Head of Department – Design, National
Location: Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney
About us
JMC Academy is Australia’s leading private college in the Creative Industries with campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane offering Diplomas and bachelor’s degrees in a range of creative courses. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive and collaborative environment that empowers our students to achieve their goals and pursue their passions. By nurturing, supporting and mentoring students who share a true passion and dedication for these industries, we are able to guide them into rewarding careers.
About the Role
As the National Head of Department – Design (Visual Communication), you will provide academic leadership and drive the strategic development of our Design program across all three campuses. This role is responsible for the curriculum's quality, consistency, and industry relevance, as well as supporting student engagement, growth, and retention. You will lead a national team of talented lecturers delivering the Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication) and its nested awards.
What’s involved?
* Leading and mentoring academic staff across campuses, promoting collaboration and innovation
* Overseeing curriculum development and embedding emerging design fields such as UX/UI, AR/VR, AI in Design, Illustration, and Sustainable Design
* Driving quality and consistency in teaching, learning, and assessment
* Building strong industry partnerships to enhance student learning and internship opportunities
* Collaborating with internal teams on initiatives to showcase student work and build program engagement
* Monitoring student satisfaction, engagement, and outcomes with a continuous improvement mindset
* Recruiting and supporting a passionate and highly skilled teaching team
* Promoting scholarly activity and professional development across the department
Are you who we are looking for?
You’ll know this role is for you if you:
* Hold a Master’s degree (or higher) in Design, Visual Communication, or a closely related discipline
* Have 5+ years’ experience in a similar academic leadership role, ideally across multiple campuses
* Demonstrate deep industry knowledge and maintain currency in design trends and technologies
* Have a track record of high-quality course leadership and curriculum development
* Are passionate about student-centered education and mentoring emerging creatives
* Have experience building industry networks and creating real-world opportunities for students
* Communicate clearly and confidently with students, staff, and industry stakeholders
* Have or are willing to obtain a Working with Children Check
Interested?
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, send us your Resume and a Covering Letter outlining why you're a great fit for this role and for JMC Academy.
Want to know more? Reach out to Jasmine Ford at hr@jmc.edu.au for a confidential discussion.