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About the National Art School

The National Art School (NAS) is at the forefront of innovative arts practice utilising our distinctive studio-based teaching model to deliver exceptional higher education and research, scholarship and professional practice. NAS has a firm commitment as a 21st century art school in preparing the next generation of artists to take our stories to the world. NAS is an independent art school with an Academic Board focussed on dynamic studio-based education to enable, educate, enhance, and propel students as the artists of tomorrow to shape the future of art. The National Art School is accredited through TEQSA and offers Bachelor of Fine Art, Master, and Doctorate courses in Painting, Photomedia, Sculpture, Ceramics, and Printmaking, and core subjects in Drawing and Art History and Theory. We are a State Significant organisation (SSO) in NSW with a dedication to become the leading art school in the Asia Pacific.

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Head of Photomedia

The Head of Photomedia is responsible for the development and leadership of Photomedia programs and curricula at the National Art School. This is a full time, ongoing permanent position.

The successful applicant will bring significant experience of academic leadership and management of Photomedia programs including the line management of departmental staff, studios and related learning and teaching resources.

In keeping with minimum standards for Academic Levels under the Australian Higher Education – Academic Staff – Award 2020, staff employed at this level can normally be expected to make original and innovative contributions to the advancement of scholarship, research and teaching in their discipline.

A competitive remuneration package is available to the successful candidate.

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How to Apply

Please include the following in your application:

  • A covering letter addressing how your experience matches the job requirements.
  • A comprehensive resume citing your academic qualifications and outlining professional experience.

If you have any questions or if we can assist in making the application process more accessible for you, please call Juanita Hyde on 02 9339 8672 or email [email protected].

Please email your application to [email protected]

 

The National Art School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The closing date for all applications will be Sunday, 2 November 2025.

Head of Drawing

The Head of Drawing is responsible for the development and leadership of drawing programs and curricula at the National Art School. This is a full time, ongoing permanent position.

The successful applicant will bring significant experience of academic leadership and management of Drawing programs including the line management of departmental staff, studios and related learning and teaching resources.

In keeping with minimum standards for Academic Levels under the Australian Higher Education – Academic Staff – Award 2020, staff employed at this level can normally be expected to make original and innovative contributions to the advancement of scholarship, research and teaching in their discipline.

A competitive remuneration package is available to the successful candidate.

DOWNLOAD POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to Apply

Please include the following in your application:

  • A covering letter addressing how your experience matches the job requirements.
  • A comprehensive resume citing your academic qualifications and outlining professional experience.

If you have any questions or if we can assist in making the application process more accessible for you, please call Juanita Hyde on 02 9339 8672 or email [email protected].

Please email your application to [email protected]

 

The National Art School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The closing date for all applications will be Sunday, 2 November 2025.

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Lead the Drawing Department at the National Art School. We are on the lookout for a visionary academic educator capable of leading a large staffing team across a diverse range of drawing practices to become our next Head of Drawing.

Shape and deliver curriculum.
Inspire students.
Lead a passionate team.

If you’re a practising artist and an academic ready to make bold, original contributions to drawing education and academic leadership, we want to hear from you.

Competitive salary + creative community

More info: nas.edu.au/working-at-nas (link in bio)

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Lead the Drawing Department at the National Art School. We are on the lookout for a visionary academic educator capable of leading a large staffing team across a diverse range of drawing practices to become our next Head of Drawing. Shape and deliver curriculum. Inspire students. Lead a passionate team. If you’re a practising artist and an academic ready to make bold, original contributions to drawing education and academic leadership, we want to hear from you. Competitive salary + creative community More info: nas.edu.au/working-at-nas (link in bio)

Lead the Photomedia Department at the National Art School. We are seeking a senior academic educator to join as Head of Photomedia to lead the departmental staff, studios and related learning and teaching resources.

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who is responding to current transformations in the field and can lead across diverse photo media practices from analogue to digital to expanded photographic practice.

Lead curriculum and studio practice
Inspire students.
Lead a passionate team.

If you bring deep expertise, visionary thinking, and a collaborative spirit, we’d love to hear from you.

Competitive salary + creative community

More info: nas.edu.au/working-at-nas (link in bio)

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Lead the Photomedia Department at the National Art School. We are seeking a senior academic educator to join as Head of Photomedia to lead the departmental staff, studios and related learning and teaching resources. The ideal candidate for this role is someone who is responding to current transformations in the field and can lead across diverse photo media practices from analogue to digital to expanded photographic practice. Lead curriculum and studio practice Inspire students. Lead a passionate team. If you bring deep expertise, visionary thinking, and a collaborative spirit, we’d love to hear from you. Competitive salary + creative community More info: nas.edu.au/working-at-nas (link in bio)

Enrol in the National Art School`s Summer Schools today with 10% early bird discount!

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Summer School Week Two courses:
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Enrol in the National Art School's Summer Schools today with 10% early bird discount! Summer School Week One courses: 12-16 January Summer School Week Two courses: 19-23 January Book today to experience our unique, studio-based learning environment and learn from professional artist-educators (link in bio).
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