University of Warwick
Teaching Fellow in Cultural and Creative Industries (111932-0726)
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About The Role
Informal Queries
For informal queries about the role, please contact Prof Pietari Kaapa (Head of CMPS) at P.Kaapa@warwick.ac.uk
Cultural and Media Policy Studies (CMPS) is a part of the School of Creative Arts, Performance and Visual Cultures (SCAPVC) within the Faculty of Arts.
The School wishes to appoint a fixed-term, 0.8 FTE Teaching Fellow in Cultural and Creative Industries to work within Cultural and Media Policy Studies. The role will commence 1st September 2026.
About You
We are seeking to appoint a candidate with expertise in the Cultural and Creative Industries, with a focus on the cultural and creative industries; cultural management; policy and regulation; and audience/user focused content. Ideally, the candidate will have industry expertise with links to domestic and international industry partners, and evidence of co-ordinating industry partner/organisation liaisons in an academic context. They will also have an interest in creative technologies, and the use of AI in the creative and cultural sector.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute innovative approaches to the delivery of the CMPS BA in Media and Creative Industries and our MA programmes. These include academic seminar-based teaching and practice-based modules (including creative projects where students respond to an external partner brief; liaise with industry contacts; design a cultural event; use createch innovation to manage cultural production; develop management and policy strategies aimed at anticipating disruption in the creative and cultural sector).
To be appointed, you will hold a postgraduate degree or equivalent industry/practice experience.
You will have clear potential for, or demonstrated excellence in academic teaching and learning, student experience and welfare (both pastoral and administrative), as well as experience in academic administration.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
About The Department
CMPS at Warwick has an excellent track record in the creative industries and cultural enterprise; media and cultural policy; media, communication and culture; cultural entrepreneurship and cultural management. We are nationally and globally connected in our subject areas, and interdisciplinary in our approach, both within and beyond the University. You will be working with a committed team of colleagues to build on and complement CMPS’s diverse teaching, research, and industry-facing strengths. You will be expected to demonstrate knowledge or experience of culture, media, and creative industries. You will also need to participate in various staff and course-based meetings, and provide student tutorials where appropriate.
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This post provides an excellent opportunity to be a part of the work and life of a friendly and dynamic Centre, and develop your teaching practice and your work as an academic professional within a secure and supportive environment.
We particularly welcome applicants from those who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, including those identifying as Black or Global Majority teachers and scholars of media, culture and creative industries teaching and/or practice. The University of Warwick provides an inclusive working and learning environment, recognising and respecting every individual’s differences. We welcome applications from individuals who identify with any of the protected characteristics defined by the Equality Act 2010.
About The University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026 Research Excellence Framework 2021
How to Apply
Closing Deadline: Wednesday 5th August 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline.
You will be asked to include a CV and Cover Letter. These documents should:
- Outline employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
- Demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description using clear examples.
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Please ensure your application clearly evidences the essential criteria, as the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application if these are not demonstrated.
Interview Date: To be confirmed Start Date: 1st September 2026
Applications must be submitted through the warwick-careers.tal.net portal before the closing deadline. We recommend completing your application form in good time, as the advert will automatically close at the deadline.
You are welcome to include any career breaks, such as parental leave, caring responsibilities, or long-term sickness absence. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.
What we Offer
We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements.
Where possible, we offer hybrid working arrangements that combine office-based and remote working. Opportunities for hybrid working will depend on the requirements of the role, business needs of the department and can be discussed during the recruitment process.
For more information, see here.
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments | University of Warwick
Job Description
[JD Teaching Fellow in Cultural and Creative Industries (111932).pdf – 106KB](Opens in a new window)
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