Visual Arts Programme Coordinator & Lecturer

Department: Faculty of Contemporary Art + Design

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: SGD 4,000 per month

About the Institution

Capital College of the Arts, Management and Technology (CCAMT) is a private higher education institution committed to delivering industry-relevant, interdisciplinary, and future-oriented education. The institution integrates management, technology, creativity, entrepreneurship, and applied learning approaches to prepare students for evolving industry landscapes.

We are seeking a proactive, organised, and student-centred academic professional to support programme coordination, academic administration, and studio teaching within our Contemporary Art, Visual Arts, and Design Foundation programme.

Key Responsibilities

Academic & Teaching Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support the delivery and facilitation of Diploma, and Advanced Diploma-level modules, which may include Contemporary Art Foundation, Studio Practice (Drawing & Painting), Inter-Arts Disciplinary Studies, Communication Across Cultures, Photography & Video Art, Portfolio Development, and the Capstone Project / Exhibition.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering lectures, tutorials, workshops, and consultation sessions.
• Preparing lesson plans, teaching materials, assessments, and developing learning resources.
• Facilitating project-based, interdisciplinary, and applied learning activities.
• Supervising student capstone projects, research, and industry-related projects.
• Supporting student presentations, formative critiques, and portfolio development.
• Providing academic mentoring and constructive feedback.
• Encouraging collaborative, self-directed, and reflective learning practices.
• Supporting the integration of contemporary industry trends, digital art tools, AI application and emerging technologies into teaching and learning.
• Candidates must be able to commit to a minimum of 15 teaching hours per week.

Programme Coordination & Academic Administration

The Programme Coordinator will also support operational and academic coordination functions, including:

• Coordinate module scheduling, lecturer deployment, and classroom operations.
• Liaise with lecturers, students, admissions, and academic management on programme matters.
• Support curriculum planning, module documentation, and academic records management.
• Assist in assessment coordination, moderation, and academic reporting processes.
• Support EduTrust, internal quality assurance, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Assist in programme review, curriculum improvement, and quality enhancement initiatives.
• Support student engagement, progression monitoring, and retention efforts.
• Coordinate industry engagement, student career preparation, and external project art collaborations.
• Work closely with the academic management team on operational continuity and programme development initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Contemporary Art Practice, Art Education, Design, Art History, or related creative disciplines.
• Teaching experience in higher education, institutional studio environments, or adult learning environments is preferred.
• Active artistic practice or experience in the contemporary art sector (e.g., gallery exhibition, curation, or creative freelancing) is a distinct advantage.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with project-based, and interdisciplinary learning approaches.
• Strong organizational, coordination, and administrative abilities.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic, fast-paced academic environment.
• Industry practitioners with relevant professional portfolio and relevant administrative experience are highly encouraged to apply.

Preferred Attributes

• Deep passion for arts education, mentorship, and student development.
• Ability to integrate practical industry perspectives and contemporary art market trends into teaching.
• Interest in innovation, multi-disciplinary collaboration, and 21st-century learning approaches.
• Familiarity with digital design software, digital learning platforms, or technology-enhanced learning environments is an advantage.
• Adaptable, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.

Additional Information

This role combines both academic teaching and programme coordination responsibilities. Candidates should therefore be comfortable balancing classroom delivery, student engagement, academic administration, operational coordination, and quality assurance responsibilities within a higher education setting.

Application Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps, including an interview and a skill demonstration task.

Contact: [email protected]