Digital Media Artist / Research Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a creative Digital Media Artist to join a dynamic research team at a prestigious university. This part-time role involves collaborating on innovative projects that merge dance and digital media, including designing interactive installations that engage communities in rural areas. The successful candidate will play a key role in public engagement and the development of digital materials, all while working under the mentorship of experienced professionals. Join a forward-thinking institution committed to fostering creativity and inclusivity in the arts.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Mentorship opportunities

Creative work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Academic or vocational qualification in digital arts or related discipline.
• Experience in digital arts/media practice relevant to the project.

Responsibilities

• Develop the project website and prepare digital materials for publication.
• Coordinate with venues for touring activities.

Skills

Digital Arts

Interactive Technology

Motion Sensing

Public Engagement

Digital Media Design

Social Media

Education

Qualification in Digital Arts

Tools

Online Engagement Tools

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Digital Media Artist / Research Assistant, Belfast

Client: Queen's University Belfast

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 18e476845101

Job Views: 5

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

This is an exciting opportunity for a Digital Media Artist to join our creative research team for the Dance Connects in Rural Border Regions project, funded by an award to Cavan County Council from the Creative Ireland ‘Creative Communities on a Shared Island’ Programme. The post-holder will support the creative practice and public engagement strands of the project in areas such as interactive installation co-design, installation touring support, and public engagement activities. The project is led by Professor of Dance Aoife McGrath, Queen's University Belfast, and social scientist Dr. Victoria Durrer, University College Dublin. A key activity involves collaborating with a choreographer to design and tour an interactive digital media installation that captures and projects visitors' movements in real time.

This is a part-time position, with options for 22.2 hours (0.6 FTE) or 25.9 hours (0.7 FTE). The contract runs from the appointment date until October 2025.

Additional information about the project: It involves local authorities of Cavan, Monaghan, and Fermanagh-Omagh, alongside researchers and dance practitioners, employing innovative engagement approaches that combine dance practice and social science to develop new methods of community engagement in rural border regions.

About the person:

We seek a candidate to undertake a creative practice and public engagement program under mentorship, including co-designing an interactive digital installation and managing a touring exhibition. Responsibilities include developing the project website, preparing digital materials for publication, and coordinating with venues for touring activities.

• An academic or vocational qualification in digital arts or related discipline.
• Experience in digital arts/media practice relevant to the project.
• Skills in designing and implementing interactive technology for digital media, including real-time capture, motion sensing, coding, or immersive tech.
• Experience in public engagement activities.
• Proficiency in digital media design, social media, and online engagement tools.
• Willingness to travel across Ireland and work outside regular hours if needed.

Please ensure your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information.

Fixed-term contracts are initially for the project duration but may be renewed or made permanent depending on funding.

What we offer:

Queen's University promotes equality and diversity, subscribing to various Charter Marks and supporting staff networks such as iRise and PRISM to foster an inclusive environment.