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AnimationBA [Hons]

ArchitectureBA [Hons]

David McGowan

Laurie PriestProgramme Overview

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BA (Hons) Architecture graduate, 2011, David McGowan experienceswork in an architect’s practice in Münster, Germany.

Laurie Priest graduated in 2008 from BA (Hons) Animation,and has secured a dream job working on the latest Walt Disneyfilm by Pixar animator Andrew Stanton.

I am currently working at Double Negative Visual Effects in London on the 2012 film ‘John Carter of Mars’, a Walt Disney film by Andrew Stanton, Pixar animator and director of ‘Finding Nemo’ and ‘WALL-E’ as well as one of the writers of the ‘Toy Story’ series. My previous projects include ‘PAUL’ and ‘Inception’. Broadly speaking I’m an Effects Artist and deal with simulating water, fire, cloth and explosions in feature films. I work in common 3D software such as Maya and Houdini along with Double Negative’s own in-house took kit. I thoroughly enjoy my job as it covers both artistic and technical areas. I get to work with some of the best minds in the industry producing exciting work in innovative ways.

How did you get into this job?I started off as a story board artist for music videos and short films. This was great fun as I was working intimately with a small team and was able to touch on concept, production planning, and assistant direction as well as post production advice in the edit of the film. My artistic and story telling skills from university enabled me to give sound ideas and advice to the film director and director of photography. It was extremely

I want to tell you about the large transition I have gone through over the last few months, from studying day and night at uni, to graduating in Lincoln Cathedral; from my final year project being nominated for the RIBA Bronze President’s Medal to what it was like to ‘up sticks’ and move to Germany, working at one of my favourite architectural studios, Bolles+Wilson GmbH inMünster, Germany. I finished my third year project and subsequently found out that it was nominated for the RIBA Bronze President’s Medal, which being an avid fan of the work that gets nominated every year, was the perfect ending to my time at Lincoln. However, it also meant I could not easily just switch off from the project and that I had another 3 months to think/question it and play around with it, which as the summer went on, I realised was harder than expected as other things seem to take over. Early September it was finally submitted and the results are to be posted later this year.

satisfying seeing my drawings and ideas transform into the finished product. As well as storyboarding and live action production, I ran a small medical animation company from home, working directly with clients producing animations that demonstrated new lab equipment. This was enjoyable but difficult as I had to deal with clients who are generally ill-informed about animation and media, which is a common problem. With this work the challenge is political rather than artistic; getting a client to sign off work and stick within agreed deadlines was pivotal to success. It was through these small projects that I got put in touch with an artist at Double Negative. From there I had great guidance on pushing my work in a direction that got me my first job in feature film visual effects, commonly knownas VFX.

How relevant and useful wasyour BA at Lincoln?My BA was extremely relevant and useful to me; comparing the skills I had before and after the course, I progressed in leaps and bounds. The main thing my BA helped me with was my artistic eye; an under-

Whilst all this was going on, I had moved home, settled into a new life in a country where I didn’t know the language, started my first architectural job and nipped back to Lincoln for graduation. I had worked hard throughout my third year to balance my project work and dissertation with endless amounts of job applications and portfolio changes. This fortunately paid off when I was offered a position at Bolles + Wilson in May. I moved to Germany in late July and started at Bolles + Wilson on 1st August. It is now October and I have thoroughly enjoyed my time so far. I work closely with Peter Wilson and the team here in Münster, predominantly on competition projects. This could mean anything from CAD drawings to creating schematic diagrams, presentations and most importantly being told my English humour does not seem to translate ‘on the continent!’ Other than the endless hours strapped to the computer and drinking coffee, it’s great just to meet people from all over the world and see how things are different in another country and city.

Animation at Lincoln is a newand exciting development within the context of moving image, digital visualisation and contemporary narrative; ranging from game artistry, character and creature performance to experimentaldigital techniques. “This was an incredible opportunity for me as I didn’t really expect to get such a position straight out of university, and particularly on such a high-profile movie! I grabbed the opportunity with both hands”, graduate Darren Rodriguez working on the Harry Potter movie, The Prisoner of Azkaban at Framestore, London. Underpinned by a strong contextual foundation, students gain a broad understanding of the entire animation process, its production ethos, and how to prepare for the future of the medium, with regardto new technologies. The emphasis of the programme is to develop creative animators and artists with flexibility to practice their developing craft in a variety of mediums, and understand how such mediums of 2D traditional drawn animation, and 3D computer generated techniques merge to create unique innovative projects.

Design is at the heart of Lincoln’s BA (Hons) Architecture programme. Assessment is through design projects which are developed in small studio groups under the guidance of a design tutor. We think of the studio as a co-operative and productive environment in which the student discovers his or her own voiceas a designer. From the outset, the student learns to apply drawing techniques for investigation and communication, together with computer-aided design techniques and hands-on modelling and construction techniques. Studies in history, theory, construction and environment are integrated with design projects. The aim is to helpthe student acquire a complete tool-kit of skills for architectural design and production. The first year programme is designed to release creative potential, explore design processes and lay a foundation of cultural and technical knowledge. The second year programme addresses social, theoretical and contextual issues of living in the contemporary city. Design projects aim to build confidence in responding with imagination, humanity and concern for the environment.

standing of what makes work good or bad has underpinned my development and ability to produce work of high quality. By the third year I was in an amazing situation, working with exciting students and receiving great guidance that helped me make a film I am extremely proud of and which formed the bulk of the work thatgot me my job today.

What was the best thing about studying Animation at Lincoln?Without a doubt the teamwork with other talented students and the high artistic skill of the tutors helped me keep the bar high. When I was underperforming I always knew I could do better as the examples set by tutors were so strong. I believe this is one of the core aspects that drove my quality up though the course.

What made you chooseLincoln originally?I chose Lincoln because of the success and work of previous graduates, namely Benji Davies and Jim Fields who are directors for commercials and Darren Rodriguez who is a feature film animator. Interestingly I’m now working on my second film in a row with Darren who worked on ‘PAUL’ with me as well.

Being ‘on the continent’ it would be rude not to explore it a bit, especially as the trains and busses and even something called “Mitfahrgelegenheit” (which is a kind of organised hitchhiking) make it so easy and you can be in any number of interesting cities in only a few hours. For example a few of us from the office are off to Berlin this weekend to explore the culture over there… mainly the party culture, but that’s beside the point! Anyway, what I will just say to all of you out there who are either in the midst of choosing a university, or at the other end of the scale, currently looking for jobs and work experience, is to consider looking to places other than your home town or ‘The Big Smoke’. There are lots of great opportunities out there all over the world so why not use your aspiring career as an excuse to see some of it.

Conservation& RestorationBA [Hons]

Contemporary Lens MediaBA [Hons]

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Kathy Wilkinson

Robin Gibson

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Robin graduated in 2011 from BA (Hons) Conservationand Restoration, and returned to full time education afterforty years in the engineering profession.

Kathy Wilkinson graduated in 2010 from BA (Hons)Contemporary Lens Media and is now working on theLondon 2012 Olympic Games.

Current Post Conservation Officer, Tyne and Wear Archives and Museums, Newcastle upon Tyne. This job is completely related to the study undertaken at Lincoln, and without the knowledge gained within the degree course and the ability to put the knowledge acquired into physical practise whilst at Lincoln, it would have been impossible to gain the knowledge and confidence to carry out the tasks required of me. Without doubt, I would not have succeeded in getting this post without the degree, as it was an essential requirement within the person specification for the job. Interestingly, within our small department of three general conservators, all of us studiedat Lincoln!

First post after completingmy degreeI was very fortunate in being successful in achieving an Icon / HLF educational bursary twelve month internship at the National Museums Liverpool immediately after completing my degree. Although I subsequently applied for the post I currently have at Newcastle only five months into my twelve month internship, it was a very

useful and profitable time spent, learning from experts in the field and developing new skills which will be useful, as well as working within the field of conservation in a museum environment. I am confident that the internship helped in my application for my current role.

Conservation at LincolnLincoln is fairly unique I believe, in providing both the theoretical knowledge, and practical hands on experience, which not all other institutions may be able to provide. It was this factor particularly which was instrumental in my decision when selecting an university. The Conservation department at Lincoln is fortunate in having very experienced staff from varied backgrounds, as well as the link with the in-house consultancy Crick Smith, which provides not only excellent tutoring, but vital and important opportunities to students to develop skills and experience, particularly in the field of historic interiors conservation and restoration. The highly competent and committed Lincoln staff were always able and willing to help and assist in providing guidance, whilst encouraging independence, an essential requirement for later employment. I found that the

Lincoln is home to a thriving centre for Conservation and Restoration studies, one of few of its size and experience in the whole of the UK, with strong links to local, regional and national museums, and professional bodies in the heritage sector and private practice. We are very fortunate to be located in close proximity to both the Cathedral and Castle in the historic old part of Lincoln at the top of Steep Hill in the beautiful setting of Chad Varah House, the former Theological College. Our students come from a wealth of backgrounds in arts and crafts, history, and science and right from the outset get to work with fascinating objects from all periods supplied by museums, historic houses and private owners worldwide. Growing international links, of which we are very proud, enhance students’ opportunities for placement and study abroad, working on a major project such as the recently restored St. Pancras Renaissance London Hotel. The department is also proud to be associated with professional conservators Crick Smith, who work closely with the programme and its students on commercial conservation and restoration projects nationwide.

Contemporary Lens Media atthe University of Lincoln provides a creative learning environment in which the needs of aspiring photographers and film-makers are met. Throughout the course emphasis is placed on the development of your own portfolio/ show-reel and artistic aspirations. More than just a photography course, Lens Media is challenging and intellectually stimulating and provides you with a broad educational experience within art and design. The programme offers an exploration of contemporary lens-based methods, both still and moving image, digital and film, and with emphasis on materials, techniques and different approaches, underpinned by critical theory. Creative expression is at the heart of the programme which encourages experimentation, contextual investigation and critical thinking in the pursuit of artistic endeavour and distinctive, successful pieces of visual communication.

information imparted through taught lectures and practical sessions on what is an extremely varied profession, to be completely worthwhile, valid, current, and accurate. My work placement host was particularly appreciative of the practical skills which form a large part of the Lincoln programme.

BackgroundMy background, coming onto a degree course as a mature student, with forty years experience within the engineering profession was, despite some initial misgivings not that unusual, as my course year had an interesting mix of younger and more mature students. In my opinion, this mix seemed if anything to be complimentary to the course and was perhaps useful when team working, as it enabled younger students to work with older students with workplace experience and knowledge.

My adviceI would strongly advise anyone interested in restoring and conserving objects and artefacts to consider studying at Lincoln and particularly for those with transferable skills from other professions, as these only add to one’s personal attributes which potential employers might find attractive. For younger students, it would seem prudent to gain as much work experience as possible, probably not only within the conservation field, but equally in any sector with contact with people which can only add to the knowledge gained and experienced whilst at university.

After graduating in September 2010, I managed to get a full week’s work experience in London as a photographer’s assistant with headshot photographer Nicholas Dawkes, after which I was offered an internship position until Christmas to help him expand his business. I then went on to work for a freelance photographer specializing in actor’s headshots and dance portfolios as well as other special events. My roles included assisting on shoots, creating and designing concepts and deciding themes, creative editing, general admin and client relations as well as studio maintenance. I was also involved in the marketing side as well as updating the website, designing layouts for advertising and writing creative pieces for promotional campaigns. Once this contract was completed I had to look for more work elsewhere. I found a company called Fixation based in South London, which specialises in camera repair and so emailed them asking for work and three months later was asked for an interview. They accepted me due to my knowledgeof photography and skills withApple software.

I’m mainly employed as a correspondent between the technicians and the customers who have their equipment in for repair. We have recently sealed a deal and are going to be a major feature at the 2012 Olympic Games. There is a lot of promotional work that needs to be done for this event and I will be heavily involved in this process. I have also been to other promotional events, the biggest being London’s Fashion week, as a representativefor Canon. My degree definitely helped me get to where I am now but it wasn’t also without a lot of hard work and commitment on my behalf. Looking for work in the creative industry is not easy and jobs are few and far between. I had to email companies directly and be willing to just turn up at any moment. Most of the time, I would receive rejection letters if I was lucky to hear anything at all. Many of the companies were asking for experience and as a fresh graduate, this made life difficult. Now that I have my foot in the door, I can gradually start making my way to what I really want to be doing, which is creative design work for photo shoots.

Studying Contemporary Lens Media meant I gained a lot of knowledge of other artists and photographers thanks to the research skills I developed over the three years. Even though I didn’t get a First class honours degree, my portfolio has impressed people in the industry because it is contemporary. My final year was tough but I had great support from the technicians and tutors which kept me positive. Trying to be original in every single project proved to be difficult for most of us but I think that we pulled it off at our final degree show at The Strand Gallery in London which was a great success. Raising money for the show was also very tough but equally very rewarding in the end. I originally chose Lincoln because of the course and location. I grew up in Germany with the British Forces so choosing the right university was extremely important as it would also become my home in the UK. Lincoln is such a buzzing city because of the university but still retains some of its historic charm up by the Cathedral. It has a great night life and everything is so cheap compared to London!

CreativeAdvertisingBA [Hons]

Design for Exhibition & MuseumsBA [Hons]

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UCAS Code WP21

Mike Cuthell

Thomas Morris

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Graduate Profile

Creative Advertising Mike Cuthell graduated from BA (Hons)Creative Advertising in 2008, and has this to say about life inthe advertising world in London.

Thomas graduated in 2010 from BA (Hons) Designfor Exhibition and Museums and is now working asa 3D Designer in Singapore. This is his story.

How did I get from the wondrous Lincoln Creative Ad course to where I am now?A whole load of work, late nights, early mornings, perilous journeys on London’s finest transport services, and some good fun. Oh, and my Nan who put me up for 3 months! But seriously, it’s down to getting to meet people in the industry. I probably owe much of it to those we met at every agency we visited. With Phil, a friend and fellow student from my course, we hit London together and worked our socks off. We ran a blog which opened a LOT of opportunities and gave us some exposure beyond our normal contacts. We did anything and everything we could for agencies tokeep us on, ‘borrowed’ a few marker pens here and there, and tried to be genuinely nice people. We hopped from agency to agency, learning the craft and eventually got our big break at Wieden + Kennedy. Phil and I eventually went our own ways, but it gave us a spring board to do what we wanted to do. Phil headed back to Manchester and I continued in London. I then spent a year working at Leagas Delaney agency with numerous people and then joined Inferno as a Freelancer in February of this year, to become permanent just four months later.

I am currently a 3D Designer working for Kingsmen, a communication design and production group based in Singapore, as part of a team specialising in museum and thematic design. Established in Singapore 35 years ago, Kingsmen is now one of the largest design groups in the Asia-Pacific with 17 offices across Asia and the Middle East. I first heard about them and the potential job at my final year show. My Director here in Singapore studied himself on Design for Exhibition & Museums over eleven years ago and as he was looking for a new graduate to help start up a new Museum team, so he sent one of his designers to come to Lincoln to select potential candidates. Just two months after my final show I found myself boarding a plane to Singapore for my first job. Whilst primarily based in Singapore my work has enabled me to travel to Kuala Lumpur, Indonesia and Beijing and the Great Wall of China. The greatest challenge I have experienced in adjusting to my world of work is being commercial in everything I do and getting used to the very fast pace of work. Having my degree significantly helped me to get this position, not only the benefit of having a

What am I doing now?I’m flying solo as a Creative, in other words Art Director and Copywriter at Inferno, in our shiny new offices in Covent Garden, London. I also spend a lot of time with some fellow YCC monkeys, a talented bunch trying to give creatives a spring board into the industry. Be it portfolio events, workshops, uni visits, live briefs etc it’s fun andwe’ve got some exciting things coming up... it’s crazy the amount of stuff going on. Check it for yourself at youngcreativecouncil.com

The most important thing Ilearnt which helps me now inmy current job?Good work can mean late nights, but work clever, i.e. don’t spend all night working on something that just isn’t working. Be proactive; keep something ticking over as much as you can. Meeting people and networking. Being in Lincoln, you’re kind of removed from the hub of advertising, so it really does encourage you to take the odd trip to London, if that’s where you want to be, or wherever, but you’ve probably made a good start if you want to stay in Lincoln...Lincoln is cheap and London is expensive! What I loved about the course is that it was a chance to

degree as a qualification, but the skills I learnt through the course itself. Design for Exhibition & Museums is so perfectly tailored to give its graduates the best chance of employment in this field, from the variety of projects and skills taught, to its long relationship with industry. When I started work I was surprised how similar the processes were to the uni projects I had been undertaking, allowing me to settle into my first job quickly.

What was the best thing about studying at Lincoln?It’s hard to pin down the best thing as there were so many things that made studying at Lincoln far better than I could ever have hoped, from the city itself to the course, trips and work experience. Above all there are the tutors, who not only become your teachers but also your friends, doing their up-most to help you achieve. But also the working environment of the studio which allowed me to have a stimulating place in which to work with friends. The course also helped me so much with my self confidence. Having to stand up and justify my design in front of tutors and peers during the dreaded ‘crits’, was such a valuable skill to have developed, helping me now to present to clients.

When a company wishes to advertise they will commission an advertising agency and it is the ‘creatives’ in the agency who come up with the ideas for the adverts. And that’s what we do. We produce ads that take advantage of a wide range of media: billboards, magazines, newspapers, digital, online, direct mail, radio, guerrilla and anywhere else you can think of legitimately. We have graduates who are working in some of the best agencies in the world. It’s all about teamwork, communication, problem solving, analytical skills, photography, video, creative writing, digital and presentation skills. All underpinned by contextual and cultural studies. Until we’ve found a computer than can come up with a decent idea we’ll stick to using marker pens and layout paper! That’s not to say our students don’t use computers but we place greater emphasis on spending time thinking of great ideas than actually producing them. You don’t need to be able to draw but you do need to be good at communicating visually. The most important attributes that you’ll need to be successful are an open mind, a good work ethic, ambition, passion for the subject and a sense of humour.

What exactly is Design for Exhibition and Museums? A design programme which at its core concentrates on the design of exciting, colourful and interactive 3D environments that tell a story. Then throw in some graphic design but on a large scale, and finally add some interior and architectural design, then you are getting close to understanding the ethos of Design for Exhibition and Museums. Ultimately it is the creation and design of a space which communicates to its audience in whatever medium, such as commercial exhibition stands, interactive museum galleries, theme park rides, visitor centres, events, theatre sets and expo pavilions, and graduates have found employment in all these fields, thanks to our strong industry links with education, commerce, leisure and entertainment industries. The course is multidisciplinary and studio based. It will equip you with a range of essential design skills including drawing, modelling, CAD work, storyboarding, presentation and communication skills and will prepare you for a career as a professional designer supportedby an extensive international exhibition family.

experiment – I wish I’d done this more so. Also the tutors, they determine a lot about who you are, where you end up and what sets you up for the future.

Why I chose Lincoln in thefirst place?Following a year’s Art and DesignFoundation Diploma closer to home, lets just say to broaden my ‘abilities’ or lack of them, a year later, I still wanted to do the same thing, but I had learnt A LOT in the meantime. I visited some of the top London art schools and ad courses, and they just didn’t do it for me. After a few days of touring uni’s, I visited Lincoln. It had a marina in the city centre, the architecture on campus was new, there was a buzz about the tutors and other applicants, and the course had a freshness about it. It was up and coming at the time and I figured I was probably going to end up back in London anyway, so why not Lincoln first?!

What made you choose Lincolnin the first place?When I first came to look round Lincoln on an open day I was initially considering another course but the presentation I attended revealed this other world of designing in 3D that I never knew existed, and yet when you think about it all these things do need designers; from events to exhibitions, and trade shows to stage design, expo pavilions to museums. What I had noticed at other universities was the high number of students applying for places and what the possible employability would be. So when I discovered Design for Exhibition & Museums which on the outside looks so specialized but has access to awhole industry, I just couldn’tturn it down. One of the many things that I have learnt is that I am now a story teller. Everyone has a story to tell, be it an individual, a museum collection or a company, and it’s my job to find the best way for this story to be told in the most exciting and engaging way possible. I get to work every single day on such a variety of projects that I never know what is going to come through the door next.

Fashion StudiesBA [Hons]

Fine ArtBA [Hons]

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Matilda StanleyGraduate Profile

Helen McCarronGraduate Profile

Matilda Stanley graduated from BA (Hons)Fashion in 2009. She now has a hectic lifestyleworking in Fashion in London.

Helen graduated in 2010 with a First class Honours degreein Fine Art. Whilst her chosen career path is perhaps notthe obvious one for an artist, her story is a familiar one,and one which should inspire others not to give up hope.

I‘m currently freelancing as a Fashion Assistant in London. My job involves working for a number of stylists on all kinds of shoots, which to date have included editorial and advertorial shoots as well as working on music videos and TV shows. My normal responsibilities are to assist the stylist with prepping clothes to fit a brief before the job (which usually involves me running up and down Oxford Street all day!), helping with fitting and dressing the models, being on hand during the shoots for any extra styling bits needed and then making sure all borrowed items are taken back to stores and any press items go back to the right press office. It is a great and varied job that can be really exciting. Although it isn’t nearly as glamorous as it sounds, I really enjoy it and love working with different people and on a variety of shoots every week.

How did you get into Fashion?As with most people in the fashion industry, I had to work for free or very little money for nearly a year, interning with magazines and press offices to gain experience and contacts. I then went for a work experience interview for a series of ‘Gok’s Clothes Roadshow’ and was very lucky to be offered a paid junior

position working on the show. After the series, I started contacting stylists offering to assist them, and it has continued from there. I have since worked on a few big jobs including another two series on ‘Gok’s Clothes Roadshow’, as well as BBC3 series “Hotter than my Daughter”. I was even asked to help out on the last series of X Factor, but unfortunately could not commit to the dates! In-between TV shoots, I usually go back to working with stylists as well as writing and blogging for a couple of websites. I’ve learnt it is always hugely important to do your best and go the extra mile as it does get noticed, and eventually people will employ you.

Did your BA help you get your current job? Indirectly yes, although the course is mainly design and manufacture based, and I’m much more in to journalism and styling. However, I do think that having a strong knowledge of how clothes are made and put together helps a lot and understanding the technical terms for certain styles and details on garments has been invaluable. The course taught me how to manage my time well, and to work to multiple deadlines, and the creative

Lincoln Fashion students enjoy working within an energetic and highly creative environment. Fashion design, pattern cutting, garment manufacture, knitwear design and millinery are all included in this three year programme of study which furnishes our Fashion graduates with a sound knowledge of the industry enabling them to enjoy excellent employment success. Great emphasis is placed on national and international work placements as a vital part of the creative and professional development. Recent placements have included; Design Assistant at Vivienne Westwood, Fashion Writer for Condé Nast, Design Assistant at London Fashion Week, and working alongside Celebrity Stylists Trinny and Susannah! Our students have also enjoyed growing success in a number of national competitions such as MYFDA Midlands Young Fashion Designers Awards, FAD Fashion Awareness Direct Competition, Bridal Buyers Award and the British Glove Association Design Competition. The programme culminates with the University of Lincoln’s Annual Student Fashion Show. This huge event repeatedly attracts the interest and support of prominent sponsors.

side of the degree has helped me think outside the box while prepping for shoots. I worked hard to get a number of placements while I was studying, which I think is majorly important. Not only does it open your eyes to how the industry really works, but it also helps you build up relationships with people at different companies as well as helping towards figuring out what route to take after graduating.

What was the best thing about studying Fashion at Lincoln?The staff team were all so approachable and I felt we all had a good relationship with our tutors. The facilities were great as well; being able to use all the equipment at any time of day was ideal, especially near deadline dates!!

What made you choose Lincolnin the first place?I chose Lincoln because I felt I would gain experience of all the different areas of the industry and come out with a wide range of skills. I also loved the city itself, it was big and exciting but not so big that you would get lost! I really loved mytime in Lincoln!

How did you get from Fine Artto your current position?After graduating with a First in Fine Art I initially wanted a career within arts education and engagement within a community or gallery setting. I found that even competition for unpaid internships was extremely high and financially difficult. Paid internships for the arts are extremely rare and at this point I came across the Graduate Careers Internship for Careers and Employability at the University. I wanted to be a part of improving the situation for graduates and to support this difficult transition. The nine month internship developed my knowledge of the graduate labour market and sparked an unexpected passion within art and design careers information and advice. It was the positive reception I received from the students which made me want to pursue a future in HE careers. As a creative individual myself this role offers diversity, the opportunity to be inventive, whilst working towards a purpose and a goal. The position for a Careers and Employability Advisor became available and I saw an opportunity to become a specialist advisor for the new College of Arts, where I am nowbusy developing a bespoke

service whilst at the same time training for a postgraduate Certificate in Careers Education Information Guidance in Higher Education.

How relevant was your degreeto your current job?On the Fine Art course I developed the necessary skills to study alongside work. This course was split between studio practice and fine art theory which developed independent study and organisational skills. I also developed excellent communication skills through an independent dissertation unit and theory presentations; this has made me confident when planning and preparing presentations withinmy current role. The weekly peer critical review sessions (crits) also gave me an ability to discuss issues and solutions with peers in a one to one setting. With the sessions in the studios I was able to offer advice and look at ideas for ways to develop their practice. As a third year student I was also responsible for leading peer critical review sessions for first year students, which required coaching skills to encourage and motivate them. This made me confident when it came to discussing students’ careers concerns and worries in both a group and a one to one setting.

A Fine Art degree is a voyageof enquiry. Fine Art students plot their own course, they choose their destination and they decide how challenging and exciting they want the journey to be. Every expedition is totally unique. They have to be prepared to work with curiosity and determination in order to synthesize their ideas and language. They are engaged in a process which involves learning as much about themselves, as their academic subject. A Fine Art student will have something to say about living, breathing, thinking, and engaging with our complex world - exploring the rich interior and exterior perspectives and possibilities which we all possess. They will be encouraged to grow intellectually through critical discourse, success, failure, fun and play. The ability to take a personal concern or observation and to communicate it effectively to others should not be taken for granted. It requires knowledge, insight and intelligent sensitivity. Nothing is achieved without dedication and commitment.

Fine Art was also research intensive and required an ability to create a specialist practice and study which proved beneficial when developing targeted careers information.

What did you love about your course and why did you choose the University of Lincoln?I initially chose Lincoln through a recommendation from my art teacher.When I visited the campus at an open day I fell in love with the department and the beautiful architecture of both Greestone and Chad Varah at the Cathedral campus. All the staff were extremely supportive during my time here. I enjoyed the independence of the Fine Art course and the studio culture. I found the Fine Art theory units specifically fascinating and still find the analysis and interpretation skills developed from this invaluable within my work. The course was extremely varied and encouraged independent study and research, this not only developed my professional practice but my own personal development. While I am no longer seeking a career specifically within the arts industry I feel this degree gave me important creative thinking skills which can be brought to a wide range of industries.

Graphic DesignBA [Hons]

IllustrationBA [Hons]

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Aimee MappleyGraduate Profile

Steve FennGraduate Profile

Aimee is a graduate of 2011 from BA (Hons)Illustration, receiving an Upper Second Classdegree.

Steve is currently working as a Graphic Designerat Studio8 Design in Clerkenwell, London. This ishow he got there.

The Graphic Design programmehas an enviable track record of successes in national and international competitions such as: D&AD (British Design and Art Direction), Rose Awards, Clear Channel Student Design Awards and the Young Creatives Network (YCN). By keeping up to date with current trends and developments within commercial design practice, the programme equips students with the skills and knowledge to operate effectively within a competitive and continually developing design profession. The programme has excellent contacts with the industry and students are successful in gaining high level placements in leading design consultancies such as Pentagram and Browns. It also has an extensive visiting speaker programme where top creatives such as Si Scott and David Pearson share their professional experiences with the students. A wide range of Graphic Design aspects are explored throughout the duration of the programme, complemented by professional practice and critical studiesin the history of art and design.

I graduated from BA (Hons) Graphic Design in 2009. I am currently working as a Graphic Designer at Studio8 Design in Clerkenwell, London, an independent graphic design studio established in 2005. We produce a diverse range of work across a whole range of media that includes editorial, signage, corporate literature, websites, and brand identities. This is how I got there. I first completed a month on an internship there in the summer after finishing my degree. After another internship elsewhere I was then offered freelance work back with Studio8 Design, and after a further month was offered a permanent position.

Did your BA help you getthis position?The practical and creative skills I gained on Graphic Design not only helped me to produce work for a portfolio that was obviously a big part in getting the job, but are skillsI draw on daily in my current job asa Graphic Designer.

What was the best thing about studying Graphic Design at Lincoln?The teaching on the course is second to none, and there is a real feeling that everyone is trying to achieve something together, for the course

The Illustration programme prepares students to enter a highly competitive but rewarding profession that actively responds to changes in contemporary practice and technological developments. “Being in a studio environment really helped me, input from others is essential to progress your ideas. It’s really important to listen to what others say about your work; group critiques can be really helpful and you shouldn’t be afraid to give a real opinion and take other peoples opinion into account, as it can help to move your work forward. One piece of advice I would give new students is be good at time management, being at university isn’t just about getting a degree, if you can manage your time then you’re in for the best time of your life!” Charlotte Hiesley, who achieved a First Class Honours in Illustration won the prestigious New Designers Hallmark Cards Award at New Designers. Illustration at Lincolns informs, illuminates, explains, decorates, stimulates and educates. Illustration is a creative discipline, which involves the use of drawing, painting and making in the production of images, which accompany and support a narrative.

The course allowed me to explore and study all aspects of Illustration including; Editorial, Children’s books, Graphic Novels and Advertising Illustration. I’ve since found that I am naturally drawn to Children’s book illustration andam hoping to pursue a career inthis field.

How did you get from your degreein Illustration to your current position?Since graduating I have gained valuable work experience at Miles Kelly Publishing. I was able to get a feel for the day-to-day running of a small publisher where I gained an insight to all the different job roles within the industry including; marketing, publicity, finance, editorial, production, sales and design. I was able to see how each department worked together. I observed meetings where they held discussions about time scales, budgets, sourcing appropriate pictures and images for certain projects and how they choose and commission illustrators and photographers. I was also lucky enough to work closely with the creator of ‘Famous Forever’, which is a retro t-shirt design company in Derby and which was a very different experience,

giving me the chance to design concepts for a new range of clothing. Importantly it gave me the chance to see how different companies work and get a feel for working in the creative industries. I recently attended the ‘Children’s Literature Book Fair’ in Bath, where I was fortunate enough to meet Pirates of the Caribbean actor Mackenzie Crook who is also a writer and illustrator. I got the chance to listen to him explaining the reasons behind why he wrote his book and how he came to illustrate the book himself too, which was very inspiring. After my work experience ended at Miles Kelly Publishing, I was commissioned to create five illustrated borders for a children’s book. I worked on these borders whilst in a full-time temporary office role, so I had to manage my time effectively to meet the tight deadlines. I have thoroughly enjoyed my freelance work and work experience and it has given me so much incentive to carry on with doing what I enjoy most. Also knowing that my freelance work will be at the ‘Frankfurt Book Fair’ later this year is such an amazing feeling that I never expected would have happened this soon after finishing University.

Why I chose Lincoln UniversityI visited lots of Universities before choosing Lincoln. The thought of university used to scare me, however once I visited and attended the Open day at Lincoln, I suddenly felt at home. The city is fairly small, but has everything you need and is a beautiful place in which to study and live. Everyone I met seemed so helpful and polite it completely washed away all my worriesand nerves.

Did your BA help you get to whereyou are now?Certainly my degree helped me prepare for my future career; I am now using all the skills I have gained in order to do my freelance work. It kept me focused and I was able to gain an insight into all aspects of Illustration. It took me some time getting used to managing briefs and being able to produce art work to meet tight deadlines then something finally clicked and I was able to prioritize my work load in order to meet the deadlines and produce high quality art work. I love the randomness of children’s book illustrations, which is so fun to do,a new funny character to draw, it never gets boring which is why Ienjoy it so much.

and for the individual. The time and attention that the tutors give you if you show passion for the subject is a credit to them. They not only help you to develop creatively and technically but also as an individual beyond graphic design.

What made you choose Lincolnin the first place?Honestly, at first I was unsure that I wanted to go to university, but once I had visited Lincoln and saw that it was a great place, as well as discovering that it was far enough away but not too far from home in Norwich, my mind was made up. Someone whom I respected told me that a degree in graphic design would be the best thing for me if I wanted a career in any applied creative industry, and Lincoln had impressed me the most at theOpen Day. My BA enabled me to develop creatively and technically sufficiently to be in a good position to approach potential employers for work, and I am now enjoying learning more skills through my job, which I wouldn’t have been able to do any other way. I’ve learnt an incredible amount since I have been employed in a graphic design agency which I guess is natural progression.

InteractiveDesignBA [Hons]

Interior Architecture& DesignBA [Hons]

Programme Overview

Programme Overview

UCAS Code W219

UCAS Code W250

Amanshah Andrew [Fu]Graduate Profile

Jess McLellanGraduate Profile

Jess is currently Junior Designer for Harrison DesignCompany based in Sutton Coldfield, having graduatedin 2011 from BA (Hons) Interior Architecture & Design.

Fu graduated in 2010 with a First Class Honours Degree in Interactive Design. His life has changed dramatically since deciding to go back into full time education.

I am currently living and working in central London, employed as a Digital Animator and Compositor at Animation Agency 12foot6. For many years before university I was a self employed builder involved with various trades within the construction industry, and someone who just did a bit of drawing and painting on the side. The idea of University had been floating around in my head for some time as I really was quite passionate about art and I wanted to be able to devote more time to practicing it. However I was pretty sure that I would not get in which initially put me off applying but eventually I just went for it and secured a place on the BA (Hons) Interactive Design programme at Lincoln, which seemed to me to be the most progressive course offering the broadest range of possibilities. Interactive Design allowed me to explore the entire world of art & design and what makes it work on every level; from pure design and aesthetics to coding and interactivity, from film and photography, to animation and sound, everything was covered. Within Interactive Design I was able to try things out and get to know practices I never really had

the chance to do or even knew about before the course. Not only did this make for a very interesting three years at Uni, but has also resulted in a broad range of skills and software knowledge, together with a diverse portfolio, all of which has been key to me securing an internship, obtaining varied freelance work and getting my current full time job. I have to say, the best thing about the course was the freedom to experiment with everything and to explore every aspect of art, design and technology, backed by the full faith, belief, and support of my tutors.

Career HistoryDuring the second summer vacation, I got the opportunity of an internship at an East London based graphic design company called Bunch. At the time they were looking for someone who could do a bit of motion and Flash and as this was what I aimed to specialise in, I jumped at the chance, and ended up taking on quite a few of the motion jobs that came into the agency. I interned at Bunch for about three months and built up a good relationship with the directors. A few weeks into my final year of the Interactive Design course I was contacted by Bunch, and asked if I

Through an interdisciplinary approach students develop dynamic and memorable, creative visual responses across a number of audio visual and multimedia design areas including motion graphics for film and television, web design, environmental art-based installations and more. “Throughout my time on Interactive Design my skills have developed in the areas of web design and animation, typography and print. The flexibility in which briefs can be approached also allowed me to develop my interest in photography. I designed the promotional printed material and website for the 2008 RK Burt Interactive Design print exhibition in Southwark, London, using the title ‘Flux’ and the theme of transition”. Ben Gleadell 2008. This programme of study encourages individuals to exploit digital technologies and traditional media in the pursuit of innovative forms of expression and communication, whilst offering students a design education that is attuned to new trends and sensitive to change. We encourage a willingness to experiment and take risks, an active curiosity that questions the status quo, dynamic thinking, independent learning andthe ability to ‘learn by doing’.

would be interested in taking up a brief on their behalf set by 12foot6. It was an animation/design community project in which various studios were asked to submit animations in their own style, each set to the sound bite of a short interview. I approached my course tutors and found I was able to include this brief as a negotiated project. The project was called ‘Get Well Soon’ and shortly after graduating, 12foot6 held a screening at a night club in Shoreditch, London. This ongoing project has been screening around the country at various festivals over the summer and has now been picked up by Channel 4 who are airing several pieces from the project (oneof which being the one I did). 12 foot6 is a fairly traditional animation company with a very illustrative style and the directors mentioned that they would like to benefit from some of the digital skills I held. Following the negotiated brief, I started on a small project for them working freelance and half way through the job they invited me to join them full time. Working with 12foot6 has been absolutely amazing. The directors are great guys as are all the other animators and the company is involved with all kinds of interesting projects.

The BA (Hons) Interior Architecture & Design programme is well established and has equipped hundreds of people for realising their dreams of becoming a professional Interior Designer. The course provides our students with all the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the dynamic and challenging world of design, right through from traditional drawing skills to contemporary computer aided design and digital modelling. Its breadth and diversity is what make great all rounders, able to turn their hand to almost any design task or discipline. They also become designers with a keen graphic eye and accomplished technical illustrators. Because of this diversity, we at Lincoln are not only interested in training our students to be a great Interior Designer, but a fantastic designer full stop.

My role at Harrison Design Company is to assist the senior interior designers on their current projects, with various tasks depending on the stage, timescale and type of project.Harrison Design Company, based in Sutton Coldfield near Birmingham, is a multi disciplinary architectural and brand consultancy, specialising in the market positioning, design execution and on-site development of bars, restaurants and a wide variety of complementary leisure retail concepts. I was recommended for the position by one of the course tutors after they were contacted directly by Harrison Design. I then had to go for an interview, during which I had to present a range of my portfolio work in support of my application. This was rather nerve-racking but not too dissimilar from the “crits” I was used to at Uni. This position is directly related to my course and without my degree I would not have been able to pursue a career within this company. Not only the qualification, but the skills and techniques learnt fromthe course have so far stood me in good stead for what is required ofme within this role.

I think a lot of things contributed to my great experience at Lincoln and it’s difficult to name one thing I enjoyed most. I am particularly proud of winning best Interior Architecture and Design award in my third year for my final year project, which incorporated a restaurant, cookery school and food market within an existing building which I re-designed. The focus of the project was on human senses and how we use them to interpret space, and how, as designers, we can manipulate these senses to create a certain atmosphere or message within the space, skills which will be very useful in my current job. I also enjoyed working with UK manufacturer of luxury leisure vehicles, Autotrail, on their live brief to develop alongside them new concepts for the next generation of motor-homes for which I was also awarded a joint prize. On a practical level, I really enjoyed being close to the city centre in Lincoln, having everything you need close by to the University, and the people you meet who are such a big part of the journey. I also think the support and guidance I was given by course tutors throughout my three years at Lincoln really helped me to progress within the course and to provide me with the knowledge required to develop a career out of my studies.

The first project I worked on was compositing the animation for the latest Marmite TV ad campaign. Since then I’ve been involved with all sorts from stop motion photography to CGI compositing. Most recently I’ve been filming from a moving car for a new ad campaign we’re currently working on.All in all it’s a massively interesting place to work and I couldn’t wish for a better working life. I get to do everything I ever wanted to doevery day.

Jewellery& ObjectBA [Hons]

Product DesignBA [Hons]

Programme Overview

Programme Overview

UCAS Code W720

UCAS Code W200

Jenny AshbyGraduate Profile

Anna KennettGraduate Profile

Jenny Ashby graduated in 2010 from forerunner,Contemporary Decorative Crafts, and talks how she hasgone on to become a self employed jewellery designer.

Anna Kennett graduated from BA (Hons) Product Designin 2009, and went on to MA Design at Lincoln, from whichshe graduated in 2010. She has just started a new job.

BA (Hons) Jewellery and Objectaims to explore the design and creation of innovative and contemporary jewellery and related objects. This programme provides a process and materials based education in one of the most exciting fields of contemporary art and design, and is one of few such programmes offered in the UK By providing a sound knowledgebase in material handling and specialist technical skills, students are encouraged to develop andresearch new applications andemerging technologies throughproblem solving projects and activestudio practice. Emphasis is placed on drawing and digital design for on-site and remote production. Our distinctive facilities fully support individual learning needs and the development of students as future professional practitioners. This new programme has contemporary design at its core, delivered by a vibrant team of practising artists in newly equipped workshops located in the stuuning eco-building, The Think Tankand enjoys an excellent staff/student ratio.

I have a part-time ‘day job’ but my real passion is my work as a jewellery designer and maker, working from a studio in the Ropewalk Gallery, Lincolnshire. I sell through local galleries, as well as exhibitions and arts markets, and am starting to build up my own client base. I am very fortunate to be an active member of the ST-ART programme, offering arts and crafts workshops to local children through schools and local communities, and am shortly due to teach a basic jewellery design class for adult learners. I should also mention that I am a member of the Society of Designer Craftsmen, Lincolnshire Artists Society, and of the Contemporary Crafts Network. My degree has not only led to these career and membership opportunities, but has also given me the skills I needed to take the first step into the arts and crafts world as a designer and maker. It showed me how to approach galleries with my work, submit my work for exhibitions, promote my work and gave me the basics for self-employment.

I have also been helped greatly by the Enterprise@Lincoln scheme through the University of Lincoln, for which I applied as a new graduate. This has provided me with further training and information on how to run a business, as well as providing vital funding to allow me to buy materials and pay for business set up expenses. One of the best things about studying at Lincoln was working alongside tutors who opened my eyes to other materials such as handmade paper, a material I probably would not have explored otherwise. The course also put me in touch with a lot of people who have given me valuable guidance before and since graduating, without whom I would not have been able to start out as a designer and maker with the same confidence. A college tutor initially recommended the course and after a visit to the University I was sold. I ultimately chose Lincoln because I wanted to go to a university that felt approachable and personal. The city is small and friendly, the location and historic nature lend themselves greatly to studying in the creative field in which I wanted specialize.

Design is everything and a continuous and varied array of opportunities is presented within this course. The Product Design studio is only for individuals with imagination, creativity and enthusiasm, a place where ideas are entertained and expectations are challenged. A desire to constantly confront boundaries and constraints, and an approach to continually engage diverse strategies, encouraging abstract thoughts to emerge, is ongoing. This infectious passion for design is not simply confined to the studio but allowed to wander as everything is regarded as a possible source of inspiration. The design students have observed design practices in the Far East, Europe and America and their constant search for stimulation to feed literal and tangential thinking has seen their collections selected for many prestigious design venues including the Salone Satellite Milan, and the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) in New York. The programme has also become the first Student Chapter of the Industrial Designers of America outside the US.

I’ve just started as an Assistant Product Developer at Alpkit.com, an outdoor equipment and clothing company based in Derbyshire. I’ve been very lucky to get a job in the field in which I studied, as things are definitely not easy for graduates in today’s job market. One thing I learned from both my BA and MA courses at the University of Lincoln is that you get out of life what you put in and getting to where I am now has definitely taken some hard work! I always had fantastic support from the staff at the university, and I’ve continued to receive support and advice since graduating. I first secured a six month design internship with a company in Peterborough through the Opportunities@Lincoln service within the University of Lincoln. I learnt a lot about how to design for the consumer market and I was fortunate enough to see some of my work put into production. These designs were later shown at the Harrogate Home and Gift Fair and at the Autumn Fair International in 2011 and are also on sale in numerous stores nationwide including Fortnum and Mason. Throughout my internship I’ve drawn on skills and experience from my undergraduate and postgraduate

courses. My internship gave me the confidence to send a speculative CV to Alpkit. My new job has so far involved learning about the construction and materials used in outdoor products, and even helping out in the running of an outdoor festival. It feels really great to be working in a career in design and I owe a lot of that to the support and encouragement that I gained at University. Moreover the Product Design course offered some amazing opportunities such as exhibiting at the Salone Satellite Furniture Exhibition in Milan in 2009 alongside my fellow students, where my Cuckoo Clock design attracted the attention of buyers from Paul Smith, and was subsequently selected for the window display of their flagship Covent Garden storein London. I originally chose Lincoln because of its beautiful old buildings and cathedral which could not fail to inspire a creative mind, and because the tutors really seemed to take the time to get to know you which is particularly important on a creative course. I really enjoyed my time at Lincoln and would definitely recommend it as a city and university!

Thinking about a career inArchitecture, Art or Design?Wondering where a degree inthe arts could take you? Careeroptions in these fields are morediverse, extensive, and indemand than you might think.

Or considering a Masters Degree? Continue onto post-graduate study on any of our taught Masters degrees.

MADesign

MAConservation of Historic Objects

MADesignfor Exhibition& MuseumsMAUrbanDesign

MScSustainableArchitectural Design

MAFine Art

MArch(RIBA Part 2)

MResArt, Architecture& Design

MArchMArchInternational

MAInteriorArchitecture& Design

PG Cert/DipPractice &Management(RIBA Part 3)

MAPlanning& Urban Design

MADevelopment& Regeneration

MScConstruction ProjectManagement

MAContemporary CuratorialPractice

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The focus of this broadsheet edition is employability, with each BA (Hons) programme highlighting one of its recent graduates. They have all entered the world of the creative industries in a variety of professions, thanks to their dedication, motivation and love of creative thinking. But each of these qualities needed developing, fine tuning and expanding which hopefully three years at the University of Lincoln have succeeded in doing. We decided to let our graduates speak for themselves as to why they chose to study at Lincoln, what they enjoyed most about the course, and what they have gone on to do afterwards in the worlds of Art, Architecture and Design. We hope their stories will encourage you to do the same. Their profiles are inspirational, but not out of reach of the next generation of graduates. Many of their contemporaries have gone on to similar careers with a whole host of employers within the creative sector; some have also gone on to set up their own businesses, or work on a freelance basis, or even gone on to work internationally. And some have loved it here so much, they have stayed on to study on one of our many Masters programmes, highlighted here to the right. Further information and/or accounts of where our graduatesare now working can be found onthe School blogs and University website where details of all ouropen days are also given.

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