Lecturer: Audio Post Production

SAE Cape Town is looking for a committed sound lecturer that specialises in the area of Audio Post Production. The post requires impeccability in every aspect of the qualification’s academic integrity, student support, academic content development, evaluation, moderation, assessment of learning as well as supporting SAE Institute’s vision and mission.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging lectures, workshops, and practical sessions in Audio Post

Production and on set Audio Recording and Sound Design.

• Guide students in industry‑standard DAWs and tools (e.g., Pro Tools, Dolby Atmos

workflows).

• Assess student work and provide constructive, timely feedback.

• Supervise student projects, which may include in studio Sound Design practicals and

on Set Film Sound Design and Recording.

• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement of SAE Student

experience.

• Maintain an up‑to‑date understanding of audio post‑production industry trends, tools,

and best practices.

• Support academic processes, quality assurance, and institutional initiatives.

• Facilitation in accordance with the learning outcomes as set for the programmes

taught within, with a focus on practical application, theoretical frameworks, workflow

and technique.

• Mentor students, conduct consultations and facilitate learning opportunities.

• Keep accurate records of evidence (e.g. attendance, assessment results).

• Adhere to SAE policies and procedures.

• Other duties as assigned by the HOA.

Experience, Education and

Competency:

• Minimum NQF Level 8 qualification (BAHonours)

• A Master’s Degree is preferable.

• A PGCHE is advantageous.

• Proficiency in Pro Tools and post-production pipelines.

• Knowledge of Dolby Atmos, immersive audio workflows, or advanced sound design.

• Portfolio demonstrating audio post-production work (dialogue, Foley, SFX, sound

design, ADR, mixing, mastering etc.).

• Live Sound and Recording experience (Advantageous)

• Facilitation of learning experience (Advantageous)

• Proficient with industry-standard equipment and software

• Classroom management and workshop facilitation skills

• Be able to execute and facilitate the normal day-to-day demands of lecturing, lesson

planning, delivery, assessment, administration, student support and review.

• Possess outstanding communication, interpersonal skills, administration skills, be

highly organised and possess good time management skills.

• Ability to develop and conduct appropriate practical and theoretical assessments as

well as teaching and learning materials pertinent to modules.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.