Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 120 nationalities, 14 000 students, 400 professors and close to 5000 faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.
The Aalto School of Arts, Design and Architecture (Aalto ARTS) is a Nordic leader in higher education for design, fashion, game design, media, architecture, film, art education and fine art. We are a diverse community of professionals, with great appreciation for creativity and responsibility. We produce world-class research and educate front-line professionals and visionaries for established, changing and emerging fields. Our new campus in Espoo, in the greater Helsinki area of Finland, makes working together among and across disciplines easier than ever before. We are tackling societal grand challenges head-on and striving towards a sustainable, just society and environment.
The Department of Film, ELO, is the only university-level film school in Finland. It is a vital combination of innovative art academy and an active, practice-based and artistic research unit. It teaches all aspects of filmmaking and performance design as separate skill sets. Our faculty consists of international-level practicing filmmakers, scenographers and researchers.
Aalto University ARTS, Department of Film (ELO) is seeking
University Teacher / Lecturer / University Lecturer in Film Directing
Your role and goals
The lecturer's teaching responsibilities encompass instructing on the fundamentals of film directing in the joint study modules of the bachelor's degree program, as well as in courses within the film directing major. Responsibilities include tutoring students, developing curriculum, supervising and evaluating bachelor's theses, and performing administrative tasks. The lecturer collaborates closely with the professors from the major and other educators in the Film degree program.
The Lecturer is primarily responsible for teaching the majority of film directing courses. This role involves overseeing course implementation and recruiting hourly-paid teachers and guest lecturers, for whom the Lecturer serves as supervisor. Teaching in the program typically takes place in small groups through lectures, practical exercises, workshops, and productions. The Lecturer must possess both the ability and willingness to engage in open and active interaction with students, guiding them in teaching situations while supporting their unique artistic development. Additional duties include participating in the student admissions process.
The Department of Film at Aalto University supports faculty in their artistic endeavors and offers unpaid leave to advance individual artistic careers.
Your experience and ambitions
A minimum of a master’s degree is required, along with directing experience in professional film and/or television drama productions, as well as the artistic merits and teaching experience appropriate to this role. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent collaboration skills. A commitment to advancing both teaching and the field is essential. Proficiency in Finnish and English is vital. A broad understanding of the film industry, an interest in research, and knowledge of Swedish are considered assets.
What we offer
Salary is determined according to Aalto University’s salary system depending on experience and qualifications. We have a career path where progression is merit-based. The workplace is located on the Otaniemi campus in Espoo. The new studio building Marsio was completed in autumn 2024, and Aalto Studios offers excellent infrastructure for teaching and research. Aalto University provides an inspiring work environment, occupational health care, and opportunities for diverse staff training.
Aalto University has a culture in which everyone is valued. Our students are carefully selected and highly motivated. All our work is guided by the university’s values: responsibility, courage, and collaboration. We are an open community where equality and inclusiveness enable curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and well-being.
We offer excellent opportunities for competence development and learning. We strive to make the best use of each Aalto community member’s strengths. We help each other succeed, focusing on community and people, and learning from one another. Together, we can make an impact.
You will work within a community of students, researchers, and film professionals, where we advance socially significant goals in art, research, and education. We will provide an induction to familiarize you with your tasks.
Join Us!
Please submit your application via our recruitment site (“Apply now!”) by 23:59 (EET) on December 22, 2025. Please include the following materials:
Short-listed applicants will be asked to provide a teaching portfolio in accordance with Aalto University’s guidelines. Teaching-competence-assessment_Guidelines-for-a-candidate_2024_Aalto-University.pdf
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The recruitment committee may request additional material from applicants. The application period may be extended if suitable candidates are not found in the main call. The committee will select the applicants to be interviewed and be given a teaching demonstration.
For further information about the role, please contact Assistant Professor, Film Directing Hanna Maylett, hanna.maylett(at)aalto.fi, and for questions related to the application process, please contact HR Partner Katju Helminen, katju.helminen(at)aalto.fi.
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