Applications are warmly invited for the Department Lead (Animation & Game Design).
A key academic leadership role shaping teaching excellence, student outcomes, industry engagement and academic and operational leadership across Animation and Game Design at JMC Academy's Brisbane campus.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced higher education academic and creative industries professional to lead the Animation and Game Design disciplines at JMC Academy's Brisbane campus.
Reporting to the Head of Faculty, Animation, Design & Leadership, and working closely with the National Course Leaders for Animation and Game Design, the Department Lead will provide academic and operational leadership across the Brisbane-based offering.
Working collaboratively with academic leaders, teaching teams, students and industry partners, you will:
Lead the delivery and academic quality of Animation and Game Design programs at the Brisbane campus
Foster a culture of teaching excellence, creativity, collaboration, innovation and industry relevance
Lead, mentor and develop academic and technical teams
Support curriculum development and ensure local delivery aligns with national course standards
Enhance student engagement, progression, retention and academic outcomes
Build industry partnerships that create live briefs, work-integrated learning and professional opportunities
Drive digital teaching innovation, including the use of Canvas and emerging learning technologies
Support research, scholarship and creative practice that strengthens discipline currency and teaching excellence
Support student recruitment, conversion, marketing, Open Days, outreach and showcase activities
Ensure academic quality, compliance and effective management of local resources and budgets
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the student experience and the continued growth and evolution of Animation and Game Design at JMC Academy.
About You




You are an experienced higher education academic and creative practitioner who is passionate about developing talented students and preparing them for successful careers in the rapidly evolving creative industries.
You will bring:
A tertiary qualification relevant to the discipline at AQF Level 8 or higher, with a Master's qualification highly regarded, or equivalent demonstrated industry standing
Significant professional and industry experience within animation, game design or a related creative discipline
Substantial higher education teaching and academic leadership experience
Experience leading academic teams, including staff performance, recruitment, induction and capability development
Strong understanding of contemporary creative practice, digital technologies and the evolving animation and game design industries
An established industry network and experience developing meaningful partnerships and professional opportunities for students
Knowledge of Australian higher education regulatory, quality assurance and compliance frameworks
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, people leadership, organisational and commercial skills, including budget management
Professionals with experience in Animation, Game Design, Digital Arts, Visual Communication, Interactive Media, Creative Technology or related creative disciplines are encouraged to apply.
About JMC Academy
Founded in ****, JMC Academy is one of Australia's leading private higher education providers for the creative industries.
With campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, JMC delivers industry-focused programs across Animation, Design, Film and Television, Music, Game Design, Acting and Entertainment Business.
JMC Academy is committed to practical learning, industry engagement and preparing graduates for successful creative careers.
Applications close:Friday 2 October ****
JMC Academy is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace for all students and staff.
The successful applicant will be required to satisfy relevant employment screening requirements.
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📌 Department Lead (Animation & Game Design) (Brisbane)
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📍 Brisbane