Lecturer – Photomedia

Join one of Australia’s most respected art institutions where you’ll mentor emerging artists within a dynamic, studio‑based learning environment.

About the National Art School 

Our campus is located on Gadigal land in central Sydney, within the historic sandstone walls of what was once the Darlinghurst Gaol and is now one of the nation’s premier art institutions where many of Australia’s leading artists having studied and taught. The National Art School (NAS) is Australia’s leading independent art school, dedicated to exceptional, studio-based art education and shaping contemporary art practice.  

NAS is accredited through TEQSA and offers Bachelor of Fine Art, Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours), Masters and Doctorate courses. The School is at the forefront of learning, creativity and innovative practice utilising its independent identity and distinctive studio-based teaching model to deliver exceptional higher education and research, scholarship and professional practice.   

The position 

The Lecturer – Photomedia is primarily responsible for teaching and supervision at all levels within the degree programs of the National Art School (NAS), including the development of appropriate teaching resources and related course administration within the Photomedia department. The role also requires a broad contribution to NAS operations including participation in School committees, events, student recruitment and promotional activities. 

Academic faculty employed at this level are expected to be professionally active within their field of specialisation and are expected to make a significant contribution to practice, scholarship and teaching in their discipline at a national level. 

What you bring to the role 

Postgraduate qualifications at AQF Level 10, or equivalent professional experience, are required. A strong record and current profile of artistic practice in contemporary art within  Photomedia is essential, demonstrated through exhibitions, scholarly activity, or national‑level publication. 

The role requires a deep understanding of the expanded field of Photomedia, encompassing still and moving image practices, analogue and digital processes, and interdisciplinary forms. Current working knowledge of industry‑standard software and digital workflows is expected, along with the ability to apply these effectively in studio teaching, curriculum delivery, and student support. The position also calls for the capability to embed historical, theoretical, and critical context within studio‑based learning. 

How to Apply 

Please visit the National Art School website www.nas.edu.au for more information and to download the position description. 

Please include the following in your application: 

• A covering letter addressing how your experience matches the job requirements. 

• A comprehensive resume citing your academic qualifications and outlining your teaching, research and professional experience. 

If you have any questions or if we can assist in making the application process more accessible for you, please call Juanita Hyde on 02 9339 8672 or email [email protected].  

Please email your application to [email protected]  

The National Art School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity. People from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and culturally and linguistically diverse people.  

A competitive remuneration package is available to the successful candidate. 

The closing date for all applications will be 10 May 2026.