Lecturer : Interactive Development & Creative Computing

Lecturer : Interactive Development & Creative Computing

Full-time | Gauteng - with preference to Blairgowrie Campus, Johannesburg

Starting January 2026

Are you a creative thinker who loves to code?

The Open Window School of Creative Technologies is looking for an inspiring educator to join our team as a Lecturer in Interactive Development and Creative Computing. You’ll guide students as they explore how code, design, and hardware come together to shape the digital experiences of the future.

About The Open Window

The Open Window is South Africa’s leading private higher education institution for visual arts and digital sciences. Since 1994, we’ve built a reputation for innovation and creative excellence. Our lecturers are practicing professionals who bring real‑world insight into the classroom and we encourage experimentation, collaboration, and curiosity across all disciplines.

What You’ll Do

You’ll teach and mentor students across undergraduate levels in both Interactive Development (web, mobile, and systems programming) and Creative Computing (electronics, fabrication, and smart object creation).

• Facilitating learning in both face‑to‑face and digital classrooms
• Guiding students through hands‑on projects that combine design and code
• Contributing to curriculum and content development
• Assessing student work
• Mentoring students as they build confidence, skills, and creative identities
• Collaborating with colleagues and MakerSpace technicians on cross‑disciplinary projects
• Staying up to date with emerging technologies and trends in creative tech
• Attend and participate in Open Window related events and initiatives such as open days and graduation ceremonies
• General subject administration

What You Need

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At The Open Window, teaching isn’t just about delivering content — it’s about shaping creators who think critically and work imaginatively with technology. You’ll join a team of makers, coders, artists, and designers who value experimentation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Our Blairgowrie campus offers access to cutting‑edge facilities, including a fully equipped MakerSpace where students bring ideas to life through electronics, fabrication, and code.

Remuneration

R320,000 – R400,000 per annum (commensurate with qualifications and experience).

No additional benefits are on offer other than a Retirement Annuity which The Open Window contributes a majority portion to, outside of the remuneration package.

Apply Now

Send your CV, motivational letter, and portfolio to :

Please note : In support of the company’s Employment Equity plan, applicants from designated groups are encouraged to apply.

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

Should you not receive a response within two months after the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.

The Open Window reserves the right to retract the position advertised without notice.

As your application is likely to contain personal information, the documents will be handled according to OW POPIA policies, and the information will only be shared with HR, interview panels, and the Academic Executive.

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