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Course Leader - Digital Animation

National Film and Television School - NFTS

Location: Beaconsfield
Salary: £230
Hours: Part Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 8th July 2025
Closes: 17th August 2025

Part time – engaged on a contract basis for approximately 120 days per year, daily rate of £230 

The National Film and Television School (NFTS), Beaconsfield 

First established in 1971, the National Film and Television School (NFTS) has evolved to become a leading global institution, developing some of Britain and the world’s top creative talent in film, television and games. It is widely acknowledged to be the top school of its kind in the UK and one of the best internationally, being named as one of The Hollywood Reporter’s top international film schools for over a decade. The NFTS is a registered charity (313429). 

We are currently recruiting for a Course Leader in Digital Animation to lead our exciting new MA in Digital Animation for Film and Games. The NFTS environment provides a blend of technical, theoretical, artistic and story-based training, housed within a working film studio.  Our VFX labs are cutting-edge, with dedicated workstations that replicate those used in the VFX and games industry. Each machine has current industry standard software, including Maya, Unreal Engine, Blender, Unity, Nuke, Nuke Studio, Photoshop, Substance, Houdini, Resolve, Reality Capture and PTGui and others. 

The successful candidate will be an experienced Digital Animator, with knowledge and experience of current industry practice, including digital animation with real-time tools, such as game engines.

They will plan and deliver modules, teaching a significant part of the Digital Animation curriculum, and lead a team of contributing tutors. This would suit someone who is excited about imparting their knowledge to, and inspiring the next generation of film, television and games talent across 2D and 3D animation. Flexibility, good oral and written communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with staff and students are essential. 

For further information about this role and information on how to apply please click on the 'Apply' button above.  

The closing date for applications will be Sunday 17th August 2025. 

Please note that we are unable to sponsor candidates for this role, so we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are able to demonstrate their right to live and work in the UK.  If you do not have the right to work in the UK, we will not be able to progress your application.   

At the NFTS, people are at the heart of what we do. We’re an inclusive employer and are committed to equality of opportunity, and building a culturally diverse workforce. We are committed to being an anti-racist organization and to increasing our representation of staff from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds.

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