Lecturer in Games Programming

3 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom dBs Music Full time

**dBs Institute has an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in Games Programming to join a fresh and dynamic teaching team.**:
This role is twofold; in the first instance we are looking for an experienced individual to lead the development of Game Development: Programming course content and resources across our centre in Manchester and secondly, to form part of the wider course delivery team in January 2024.

You will be part of a lively and supportive community, leading the development of our Game Development: Programming provision and helping set the standard by which the course will be run. This will lead on to teaching as a member of the lecturing team, within a variety of settings, using a variety of teaching and assessment methods, delivering a world-class experience for our students and establishing dBs Institute as a leader in Game Development: Programming tuition.

**About You**

This role would suit a Game Programmer/Developer with either an excellent Games Programming/Development portfolio and/or extensive experience in the games industry (freelance or contract work), with a particular focus on the development of games, games programming, middleware, games mechanics and integration of games.

Duties are primarily to develop and deliver teaching material in our timetabled sessions and support the students in our various Game orientated workshops and studios. You should have the ability to work closely with a variety of internal/external stakeholders, bringing diverse voices into the student experience, ensuring the support we give our students is culturally competent.

In addition, whilst guiding students through the game development process, you will be expected to supervise collaborative Game Development teams made up of Game Art, Game Programming and Music Tech students and support learners academically and pastorally throughout their programme of study.

**Qualifications/Experience (essential)**:
Excellent Games Design/ Art portfolio with a particular focus on games programming, game engines, middleware, games mechanics and integration of games.

Experience of teaching Games within an HE environment.

Experience of working in the games industry as Games Programmer or Games Developer (freelance or contract work) with a particular focus on games programming, game engines, middleware, games mechanics and integration of games.

Strong, high-quality portfolio demonstrating varied abilities commensurate with the role.

**Qualifications/Experience (desirable**)**:
Master’s degree (or equivalent) and capacity to register for doctoral study/ or research if needed.

Completed, or commitment to complete, a relevant teaching qualification such as Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy or PGCHE.

Experience of module leadership in HE

Experience of leading the development, design, delivery and assessment of modules and courses at various levels.

For further details on the skills/experience required for this role, please see the full job description and person specification.

**Applications are to reach us by 12th January 2024 at 23:59. Please note that interviews may take place before the closing date**.**

About dBs

dBs was established in 1998 and prides itself on having built a dedicated community of students, alumni and staff upon their beliefs.

Inspiring Creators. Empowering Innovation.

We’re on a relentless mission to empower creative people by providing the experience, education and opportunities needed to pursue a life in the creative industries.

For 25 years we’ve been focused on providing an exceptional educational experience that equips you with the technical skills, theoretical knowledge, and entrepreneurial mindset needed to succeed in a constantly evolving industry. Our goal is to empower you to think critically, approach your work with curiosity, experiment, and take risks to push the boundaries of creative technology.

We're big believers that innovation flourishes in a community that's diverse and collaborative. That's why we're dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates and supports a wide range of voices and perspectives. We encourage creativity and the sharing of ideas; a space where everyone is valued and treated with respect, where every member of our community has the opportunity to contribute their unique talents and ideas.

At dBs Institute, we’re nurturing a new generation of creative professionals who will use their skills and passion to make a positive impact on the world.

Working for dBs means working with colleagues who are talented, hard-working, dedicated and fun people so that we can give our students the best experience possible.

dBs is part of the Access Creative College wider group.



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