About Us

Founded in 1982, JMC Academy is Australia's leading private college in the Creative Industries, with campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane delivering Diploma, Undergraduate and Postgraduate qualifications across a range of creative disciplines.

For over 40 years, we've empowered aspiring creatives through industry-connected education, practical learning experiences and strong industry partnerships, helping students turn their passions into rewarding careers.

By nurturing, supporting and mentoring students who are dedicated to their craft, we help shape the next generation of creative professionals and industry leaders.

About The Role

Are you an experienced audio engineer, producer or studio professional looking to share your industry expertise with the next generation of creatives?

We're looking for a practising or recently practising audio professional who is passionate about mentoring emerging talent and bringing real-world studio experience into the classroom.

Based at our Sydney campus and reporting to the Department Lead, Audio, you'll help students develop practical, industry-relevant skills through hands-on learning experiences, studio-based projects and real-world examples drawn from your professional career.

Working closely with fellow educators and technical staff, you'll support students as they develop the technical, creative and professional capabilities needed to succeed in the audio industry.

Strong studio recording and mixing experience, together with confident use of Pro Tools, is central to this role.

Experience in Live Sound, Sound for Screen, Sound Design, Electronic Music Production or Immersive Audio would be highly regarded.

What's Involved?

- Prepare and deliver engaging classes, workshops and practical studio activities aligned with learning outcomes.
- Develop and maintain Canvas resources, including practical exercises, studio examples and assessment guidance.
- Explain assessment requirements, assess student work,



provide timely feedback and enter grades within required timeframes.
- Work collaboratively with fellow educators to continuously improve teaching resources, learning activities and student outcomes.
- Monitor attendance, participation and student progress, referring concerns through appropriate support pathways where required.
- Provide student consultation and mentoring outside scheduled classes within allocated workload.
- Work closely with technical staff to coordinate practical activities, studio requirements and student projects.
- Create an inclusive learning environment that supports students from diverse backgrounds and levels of experience.
- Contribute to student showcases, Open Days, industry activities and departmental initiatives.
- Maintain current industry knowledge and continue developing your skilled and teaching practice.
- Follow JMC Academy's academic, student-support and studio safety procedures.

Are You Who We're Looking For? You will know this role is for you if you:

- Hold a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant discipline, together with 3-5 years of professional studio experience in recording, mixing, production or related audio disciplines.
- Have substantial current or recent professional experience in studio recording and mixing.
- Demonstrate strong practical proficiency in Pro Tools, including recording, editing, mixing and session management.
- Have a strong understanding of studio signal flow, microphones, recording systems, mixing consoles and studio troubleshooting.
- Enjoy sharing your knowledge and helping others develop their technical and creative capabilities.




- Can explain technical concepts clearly and provide practical, constructive feedback.
- Are confident using Canvas or other learning management systems, or are willing to learn.
- Possess strong communication, organisation and collaboration skills.
- Are committed to mentoring students and staying current with industry trends and technologies.
- Hold, or are willing to obtain, a current Working with Children Check.
- Have additional experience in Live Sound, Sound for Screen, Sound Design, Immersive Audio or Electronic Music Production (desirable).
- Demonstrate a clear alignment with JMC Academy's purpose, vision and values.

Why Join JMC Academy? At JMC Academy, you'll teach in purpose-built studios and creative learning environments while helping shape the future of Australia's audio industry. You'll work alongside passionate educators and industry professionals, contribute to meaningful student outcomes, and have the opportunity to remain closely connected to industry while inspiring the next generation of creative talent.

Whether you're currently working in a studio, freelancing, managing audio projects or balancing industry work with teaching, this role offers an opportunity to share your expertise while remaining connected to the industry you love.

This is your opportunity to combine qualified industry experience with education and make a lasting impact on aspiring audio engineers, producers and sound creators.

The Practical Bits

- BASE: Sydney
- REPORTS TO: Department Lead, Audio
- TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
- SALARY: Competitive salary commensurate with experience. We'll discuss remuneration early in the recruitment process.

What to Send

Please Submit

- Your current CV; and
- A brief Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role and demonstrating your experience against the key requirements outlined in this advertisement.

For any questions regarding the role, please contact Jami Chowdhury at [email protected].

📌 Lecturer - Audio (Sydney)
🏢 Jmc Academy
📍 Sydney