Lecturer in Games Art

Shape the Future of Creative Gaming Education

The College of Esports, the world’s premier university-level institution dedicated to the global esports and games business industry, invites applications for a Lecturer in Games Art. This is a unique opportunity to inspire the next generation of artists in a dynamic, practice-led academic environment at the intersection of creativity and digital innovation.

About the Role

As a Lecturer in Games Art, you’ll play a key role in designing and delivering undergraduate modules across:

• Concept art and environment design
• 2D and 3D asset creation
• Game-ready workflows and pipelines
• Character and technical art development

You’ll guide students through tools like Maya, 3DS Max, Blender, Photoshop, Adobe Substance Suite, and Unreal Engine, preparing them for real-world production and collaborative studio environments.

Start Date: “As soon as possible”

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver inclusive, engaging teaching across Games Art modules
• Supervise student projects and provide portfolio feedback
• Co-develop curriculum and module content aligned with industry trends
• Participate in assessment, moderation, and academic quality assurance
• Support student events, exhibitions, and guest speaker sessions
• Embrace digital education best practices including safeguarding and accessibility
• Champion inclusion, widening participation, and learner success

Person Specification (Essential/Desirable: 'E'/'D')

Qualifications

• Bachelor's & Master’s in Games Art, Digital Art, or related field; PGCert or willingness to obtain (E)
• PhD; Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) (D)

Experience

• HE teaching or significant industry experience; strong grasp of 2D/3D game art workflows (E)
• Studio/freelance experience; technical art understanding; involvement in game jams or reviews (D)

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Blender, Maya/3DS Max, ZBrush, Adobe Suite, Photoshop; knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 (E)

Teaching Skills

• Capable of designing accessible, engaging learning materials; strong interpersonal and feedback skills (E)
• Understanding of safeguarding, data compliance, and inclusive digital delivery (D)

Professionalism

• Student-focused, collaborative, committed to creative innovation and academic excellence (E)
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams with coders, producers, or designers (D)

Why Join Us?

This is more than a teaching role. It’s a chance to contribute to a growing institution at the forefront of esports and digital arts education. You’ll be part of an energetic and supportive team working to bridge academia and industry, shaping graduates ready to leave their mark on the global games landscape.

To apply, please click on the ‘Apply’ button above.

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