Specialist Technician - Digital Arts Animation

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.

As a Specialist Technician, you will provide expert technical support, training, and guidance to students and staff across these subject areas. You 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. Working closely with academics, technicians, and students, you will enhance teaching and learning within MIDA, while also acting as a primary point of contact for technical queries, contributing to the planning and coordination of resources, and ensuring 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.

About you

We are looking for a creative individual with a passion for 3D Computer Animation and its related skills and workflows, who relishes the challenge of supporting a diverse range of talented learners, thinkers and makers.

Drawing on your substantial professional experience in 3D Computer Animation, VFX, or related digital arts fields, you will 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 and Unreal Engine, and other specialist tools used in animation, games, and extended reality (XR) production.

Previous experience of supporting learners and colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds and skillsets within their creative and pedagogic workflow will also be key to success in this role.

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

Closing date: 17:00, 3^rd November 2025.

If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Lesley Wilkins, Senior Resourcing Adviser, lcc.jobs@lcc.arts.ac.uk

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