Digital Design (KTP Associate)

The role:

An exciting opportunity has become available for a graduate to work full time on a 30-month Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) to develop novel digital capabilities to improve the efficiency and sustainability of the product development cycle.

Employed and supported by an academic team from the University, you will be based at Jacobson Group’s premises in Rawtenstall, Lancashire.

Company Information:

To find out more about Jacobson Group, go to http://www.jacobsongroup.co.uk/

Qualifications we require:

Hold, or be about to obtain, an honours degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant subject such as Computer Animation and Visual Effects, or Computer Game Development.

Application requirements:

Interested in digital modelling, fashion and sustainability
Knowledge of 3D modelling, high to low poly workflow, retopology, UV mapping, material design, texturing, real-time rendering, augmented reality and virtual reality workflows.
Experience with Adobe Substance software suite, relevant engines (Unity), or Computer Game Development.
Problem solving and creativity.
About KTP:

For 50 years, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) have been helping to innovate for growth by connecting businesses that have an innovation idea with the academic expertise to help deliver it. Currently around 800 businesses, 100 knowledge bases and over 800 graduates are involved in KTPs – collaborative, transformative three-way partnerships creating positive impact and driving innovation.

Benefits:

£2,000 per year to spend on personal training
opportunity to register on a higher degree at a reduced cost
opportunity of a permanent position with the company: 70% of host companies make a permanent job offer to their Associate at the end of the project
For an informal discussion, please contact Andrew Ghribi-King, a.king@mmu.ac.uk

Apply at https://manmetjobs.mmu.ac.uk/jobs by submitting a CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the criteria for the role. Only applications with a covering letter will be considered.

Due to the nature of KTP funding, those who have already completed more than 1 year of a KTP are not eligible to apply.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, particularly those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

To develop novel digital capabilities to improve the efficiency and sustainability of the product development cycle.