Distance Learning Facilitator: Creative Media Research Methods

The SAE Distance (Distance) Campus is seeking a Creative Media Research Methods Facilitator to join our academic teaching team.

This module introduces students to the systematic processes of research and inquiry within creative media contexts. It explores how research enhances creative practice through structured investigation, reflection, and analysis. Students will engage in both theoretical and practical aspects of research, developing skills in information retrieval, data collection, analysis, and academic reporting.

The facilitator will guide students through the process of designing and developing a research proposal, preparing them for their final research project. Through interactive online facilitation, students will learn to identify research questions, review relevant literature, and apply appropriate research methodologies to creative practice inquiries.

This role requires an experienced academic Facilitator with strong research literacy, creative industry insight, and the ability to support students in connecting research design to creative media production and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Webinar sessions supported by presentations to deliver the curriculum and guide the assessment task and project.
• Provide student support between webinar sessions when required by students.
• Provide constructive and timely feedback on student assessment tasks and project submissions and ensure academic integrity is upheld.
• Grade assessment tasks/projects in line with the institutional policy timeline and the administrative tasks associated.
• Partake in Programme coordinator meetings when required, and provide constructive feedback to improve the curriculum, assessment tasks and programme offering.
• Conduct administrative tasks related to the modules facilitated.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• A Masters (NQF Level 9) in Creative Media (Film Production/ Game Design/ Digital Arts/Audio) or a related discipline - essential
• A Minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience within the creative media sector (film, game, animation, sound, or design)
• A minimum of 2 years lecturing / teaching experience within higher education
• Online facilitation experience beneficial
• Proficient in Learning Management Systems and MS Office computer software
• Curriculum and assessment knowledge
• Excellent administrative and organizational ability
• Ability to guide students in formulating research questions and proposals
• Strong understanding of qualitative and practice-based research methodologies
• Competence in academic writing, referencing, and critical thinking
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and facilitation abilities in online settings.

Qualities:

• Passionate about creative media education and innovation
• Positive, patient, and supportive in student engagement
• Organised, efficient, and meticulous in task execution
• Skilled communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and adaptable to a digital learning environment