Subject Leader MA Comedy

The opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced academic to help shape the future of comedy writing and performance education at Wimbledon College of Arts, University of the Arts London. If you’re able to write a joke that makes people laugh, then this stage is yours. If you’re able to encourage others to do the same, then even better.

As Subject Leader MA Comedy, you’ll be responsible for the academic leadership and management of the subject area. This will involve maintaining and enhancing academic standards, as well as overseeing the design, development and delivery of the curriculum. You’ll manage the day-to-day running of the subject area, covering all areas of teaching, learning and student assessment, in addition to managing allocated resources.

You’ll provide an overarching vision for the subject area, setting the strategic direction for its development, ensuring that all University and College policies and procedures are implemented and observed. You’ll also ensure that the curriculum remains relevant and up to date, aligning with the mission of the Programme, the vision for the Comedy pathway, and the evolving learning needs and development stages of our students.

Your work will be key to ensuring that students develop the skills they need to create and perform their own innovative comedic work, preparing the next generation of comedy writers and performers for careers in the performing arts.

About you

You’ll need a BA qualification or above in a subject related to MA Comedy, such as writing, performing and/or producing (or equivalent professional experience). Experience of course leadership, teaching and assessment within higher education is essential.

You’ll also demonstrate a track record of research, teaching, knowledge exchange and/or professional practice that advances the field of Comedy, whether in writing, performing or producing, and aligns with the goals of the Programme, College and University. Applicants should demonstrate expertise, enthusiasm and at least one good joke.

Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills are also essential for success in this role.

Should you have any questions about the role, please contact Esther Armstrong / e.armstrong@wimbledon.arts.ac.uk.

Should you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Christine Crouch / jobs.ccw@arts.ac.uk.

What we offer

To recognise the hard work of our staff and their contributions, we provide a wide range of benefits – please check our careers site/Canvas for further information as conditions and exclusions apply:

▪ 39 days of annual leave and 2 days off to volunteer plus bank holidays
▪ Flexible and Dynamic working options available from the first day
▪ Discounted Medical Insurance including Digital GP service, therapies, in-patient and day-case treatment
▪ Free counselling and advice via our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
▪ Sector-leading Equal Parental Leave policy (6 months full pay for both parents) 
▪ Teachers Pension scheme
▪ In-house training and development including apprenticeships and free places on creative courses
▪ Interest free loans on travel and tech, discounts on gym memberships, nursery fees, eye care and much more
▪ Various opportunities to attend student shows and exhibitions

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

As a University, we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.

We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That's why we are proud to hold a Bronze Award from the Race Equality Charter (REC), are members of the Business Disability Forum and Employers for Carers, and maintain our status as a Disability Confident Scheme and Living Wage employer.