Tim Riley

Dr. Tim Riley is a Senior Lecturer in Branding and Digital Media and Programme Leader for the BA Creative Digital Design Professional Degree Apprenticeship at Middlesex University's School of Design within the Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries. He holds a PhD from the University of Westminster and specializes in digital content creation, work-based learning, and creative industry education.

• Teaching roles include module leadership for Creative Advertising and Campaign Planning.
• Research focuses on digital media accessibility, industry-academia partnerships, and degree apprenticeships' impact on small businesses.

His career spans 25 years in the creative sector, including design agency management and TV production roles, enabling him to bridge academic and industry practices. He emphasizes integrating student projects with industry partners to enhance workplace readiness.

Recent research highlights include exploring apprenticeship benefits for SMEs and developing innovative work-based learning programs in creative disciplines.