Leeds Arts University
Senior Lecturer – BA (Hons) Animation and MA Animation
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Leeds Arts University
Leeds Arts University is the only specialist arts university in the North of England. We have contributed significantly to the development of arts education for over 180 years, and have developed a national and international reputation based on the achievements of our students and staff.
We are seeking a Senior Lecturer
We are seeking a Senior Lecturer to join the course team and support the Course Leader in the management of the course. Both courses provide a professional understanding of studio and freelance practice, developing specialist skills suited to a range of creative careers.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate, deliver, support, and assess practice-based animation modules across the BA (Hons) Animation course.
- Have an excellent understanding of 3D digital CG modelling and animation pipelines.
- Support the delivery of 2D animation on a practical, technical, and conceptual level.
- Provide technical studio support to animation students using software including Blender, Autodesk Maya, Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects & Premiere in particular).
- Ability to use and support Toon Boom Harmony, Storyboard Pro, TV Paint, and Dragon Frame would be desirable.
- Support the practice-based research modules at Levels 4, 5, and 6.
- Establish links with external employers and identify opportunities for exhibiting and promoting student work.
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Qualifications
- BA and MA in Animation or a related discipline.
- Post-graduate teaching qualification or willingness to achieve one within 3 years.
- Extensive specialist animation skills.
- Critical/reflective thinking and professional practice.
Application Process
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Important Dates
- Closing date: Sunday 30th August 2026 at 11:59pm
- Interview date: Thursday 17th September 2026 (in person)
Commitment to Diversity
Leeds Arts University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all learners and expect our staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be made on merit, and as an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. In recognition of our commitment to create a diverse team that draws from our widest talent pool, we would particularly encourage applications from groups who are currently under-represented at this level, which in this case is our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants.
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