Games Art Lecturer - Plymouth | Access Education Group

Games Art Lecturer

Location: Plymouth

Salary: £26,300 to £32,900 per annum (pro rata)

Contract Type: Part-time, Permanent. Ideal working hours: Monday and Wednesday 930-1730;  Tuesday PM 1330-1730. 

About Us

Access Education Group is dedicated to delivering exceptional educational experiences that empower learners to unlock their full potential. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, creative, and inclusive environment where both staff and students can thrive.

The Role

You will lead and inspire the next generation of gaming and media talent through your planning and delivery of our creative curriculum.  You will mark and assess learner projects, setting high expectations and motivating them to be the best that they can be. You will be a role model, providing our learners with innovative, practical and employment-led training.

You will collaborate with others to share best practices and ensure that our learners get the highest quality experience.  You will work with experienced, passionate tutors as well as within a support service provided by our Central Team. Working at Access Creative College means working with learners who are engaged, enthusiastic and passionate about the education they are gaining. 

The role is based at our South West campus in Plymouth. This campus has been established for over 20 years as part of dBs Institute, specialising in music production, and over the past few years has expanded its curriculum to become a creative hub for games art & development, and music performance. Working at Access Creative College means working with learners who are engaged, enthusiastic and passionate about the education they are gaining; making their dreams a reality.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality teaching sessions in Games Art, including 2D and 3D art, character design, environment creation, and animation.
• Develop and update course materials to reflect current industry standards, software, and techniques.
• Support and mentor students, providing constructive feedback and guidance on their work and progression.
• Assess and evaluate student performance through assignments, projects, and exams, ensuring fair and consistent grading.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the curriculum and contribute to course development initiatives.
• Engage with industry professionals and facilitate opportunities for student work placements, live projects, or guest lectures.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, assessments, and student progress in accordance with institutional policies.
• Participate in team meetings, staff development, and quality improvement activities within the department.

Qualifications & Experience

• You will have up-to-date knowledge and an understanding of 3D modelling software (Maya/Blender/ZBrush) and 3D animation processes ,  desirable skills would include an understanding of 2D digital artwork, Graphic Design principles and the pipeline surrounding the creation of game assets.  You will have theoretical knowledge across the broad spectrum of games, for example, job roles and skills, world-building, and story progression.  Additionally, You may have experience in digital audio/video, cinematography, photography and video editing and you'll be familiar with Adobe Creative Cloud or similar applications.

  You will have excellent communication and organisational skills which will help you to effectively manage the creation of stellar Schemes of Work and session plans leading to the delivery of high-quality lessons to our learners. These skills will also help you to organise internal and external examination/assessment-related administration including the moderation and verification of coursework and internal course assessments.

  Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related subject area and maths and English qualifications at level 2 or above. A teaching qualification is desirable but if you don’t have one, we will pay for you to get one and provide you with time to study!

  Diversity and open expression are fundamental to creativity.  We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and inclusivity for all our employees and potential employees.

  No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!

What We Offer

• A competitive salary of £26,300 to £32,900 per annum (pro rata for part-time hours).
• 35 days holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata)
• Permanent contract with flexible working arrangements.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Sick pay.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment focused on professional growth.
• Access to training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.
• Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme.
• Opportunity to work with enthusiastic students and contribute to the future of the games industry.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about game art and education and ready to make a real difference in students’ lives, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV along with a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Join Access Education Group and help shape the next generation of creative talent in the exciting world of games development!

Access Creative College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) clearance.