Lecturer in 2D Animation

FTE: 0.6 FTE (working 22.2 hours per week)

Salary: UH7 £38,249 pro rata pa with potential to progress to £45,413 pro rata pa by way of annual increments

Location: College Lane Campus, Hatfield

We are seeking a lecturer with motivation and professional experience to teach undergraduate students about the techniques, processes and technologies used by professional 2D Animators. 

Main duties and responsibilities

The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching relevant 2D Animation techniques, workflows and applications to students on the BA 2D Animation pathway in our prestigious Digital Animation Programme. You will have a broad understanding of the current technical, professional and commercial contexts for 2D Animation and of the ways practice is changing. 

You will be proactive and ambitious and will maintain a clear sense of the development of the area and ensure the curriculum and teaching remain up to date. You will further develop and strengthen external relationships and partnerships with studios and other media organisations that will benefit students and staff and support the strategic objectives of the University and School. 

You will be expected to inspire and intellectually challenge our students, developing and delivering a high-quality teaching and learning experience, and ensuring the successful and effective day to day running of modules. You will be expected to work closely with colleagues and the Programme Leader, in a collegial and proactive academic team, to provide an excellent student learning experience. 

Skill and experience required

You will have significant relevant professional experience (either salaried or freelance) in one or more areas related to 2D Animation and associated industry practices and workflows. Ideally, you will have some experience of teaching at HE level but this is not essential. You must have an in-depth knowledge of digital 2D animation processes and technologies together with an understanding of the structures, working practices and developing trends within the animation industry.

You must have good presentation and interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. You will have the ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative and be proficient in English. 

Qualifications required

You must hold an undergraduate degree, or equivalent qualification, in a relevant discipline. Having a teaching qualification, membership of the AdvanceHE and having, or working towards, a postgraduate or research degree in a relevant field would be an advantage as would membership of relevant professional organisations. 

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.

This post cannot be visa sponsored unless the applicant has a PhD / Doctorate. 

Please be aware, if visa sponsorship is required you will need to evidence a good honours first degree plus a higher degree or an equivalent professional qualification. A criminal record check may be required.

Informal Enquiries: David Tree (Programme Leader Digital Animation) d.tree@herts.ac.uk

Closing Date: 21 July 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed 

We are a committed equal opportunities employer, and we particularly encourage applications from women and BAME candidates to reflect our diverse student cohort and staff under-representation where it exists.

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