Specialist Technician Digital Arts Animation

London College of Communication | Ideal Insight

The opportunity

London College of Communication (LCC) is undergoing an exciting period of growth and transformation in preparation for its move to a new, state-of-the-art London campus in 2027. As part of this evolution, the College seeks a Technical Specialist to play a central role in developing and delivering the technical offer within the Moving Image and Digital Arts (MIDA) programme.

The MIDA programme supports a diverse range of disciplines encompassing visual effects (VFX), animation (2D, 3D, and traditional), immersive technologies, and games design. Courses include BA and MA Animation, BA Immersive Media & Mixed Reality, MA Virtual Reality, BA Computer Animation & Visual Effects, MA VFX, MA 3D Computer Animation, BA Games Art, and BA/MA Games Design. The programme brings together students exploring creative and technical aspects of digital storytelling and interactive media.

The role focuses on providing expert technical support, training, and guidance to students and staff across these subject areas. The post-holder will develop and deliver workshops, create technical resources, and advise on practical and digital techniques central to visual effects and 3D world and asset design.

Collaboration will be a key element of the role. The Technical Specialist will work closely with academics, technicians, and students to enhance teaching and learning within MIDA. They will act as a primary point of contact for technical queries, contribute to planning and coordination of resources, and ensure students can access up to date tools, facilities, and information. A significant part of the role involves maintaining and improving technical infrastructure, guaranteeing that equipment and processes are used safely, efficiently, and in alignment with the College's strategic direction.

Your profile

Are you a creative individual with a passion for 3D Computer Animation and its related skills and workflows, who would relish the challenge of supporting a diverse range of talented learners, thinkers and makers? If you think this might be you, please read on.

We are keen to find someone who is a good communicator and mindful collaborator, with the ability to explain complex subject related information clearly and passionately. Experience of supporting learners and colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds and skillsets within their creative and pedagogic workflow is key in successful delivery. Knowledge of Health & Safety best practice and management within the designated technical areas and studios should also be important to you.

Drawing on substantial professional experience in 3D Computer Animation, VFX, or related digital arts fields, the successful candidate will be expected to support students in building the technical and creative skills necessary for success in the industry. This includes guiding them in software such as Maya, Blender, Houdini, ZBrush, Substance Painter & Unreal Engine, and other specialist tools used in animation, games, and extended reality (XR) production.

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-looking institution that is redefining creative education. The role offers a chance to influence how technical support and digital practice are embedded in future curricula, helping prepare the next generation of digital artists and storytellers as LCC transitions into its new campus and a new era of creative innovation.

We are committed to building and maintaining diversity within our teams, so if there are any aspects of the role that you think you may require training on or are currently training in, please let us know. If you are a good fit for most of the requirements listed and a great team player who can help the department to provide an excellent student experience, a skills gap assessment will help us in defining how we can support you to grow and flourish in the role.

If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Lesley Wilkins, Senior Resourcing Adviser,

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.

Application process

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