Head, School of Communication

University of Technology Sydney – Breaking New Ground

UTS has a bold vision to be a leading university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, consistently ranked the top young university in Australia. Our cutting-edge facilities support excellence in teaching and research, and embody our commitment to sustainability, entrepreneurship and lifelong learning.

UTS is embarking on a significant structural change, bringing together the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building, along with the Animal Logic Academy, to reimagine the creative disciplines and position them at the intersection of creativity and technology.

As part of the new creative and dynamic Faculty of Design and Society, we are now seeking an exceptional person to join us as our Head of School of Communication.  The UTS School of Communication has a global reputation for innovative and interdisciplinary academic programs in social science, communication and media.

As one of the first schools of communication in Australia, and with more than 30 years of teaching expertise, the School strives to uphold their vibrant, dynamic and progressive approach. The School is shaped by the youth, agility and entrepreneurial spirit that have come to define UTS, bringing together expertise across media arts and production, strategic communication, social and political sciences, journalism, digital and social media, screen arts and production, animation production, music and sounds design and creative writing and publishing.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a passionate group of practitioners and scholars during a period of transformation. This pivotal role reports to the Dean of the Faculty of Design and Society and is responsible for providing academic leadership, managing the School’s operations, and enhancing its teaching, research, and external engagement activities. The Head of School will play a critical role in contributing to the strategic management of the Faculty.

For further information and a confidential discussion, please contact Natalie Walker who is advising the University on this appointment.

Tel: +61 (0)2 6243 3673

Email: UTSHOS@walkerexecutivesearch.com 
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Applications close Friday 25^th July 2025

UTS acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the Boorooberongal people of the Dharug Nation, the Bidiagal people and the Gamaygal people, upon whose ancestral lands our university stands.

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