Johnny Issapour

Dr Johnny Issapour is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader at Buckinghamshire New University, where he leads the BA (Hons) SFX Props and Modelmaking for Film and TV, BSc (Hons) Animatronics Design, and MA Special Effects for Film & TV programs. He joined BNU in September 2021, bringing over 22 years of experience in higher education and creative industry practice.

His academic leadership spans previous roles at Solent University and the University of West London, where he developed and led special effects degree programs aligned with industry needs.

• PhD in Animatronics Design, London South Bank University
• BA (Hons) / MA Special Effects Programme Leader, Solent University (2010–2021)
• Programme Leader, University of West London

Dr Issapour's research and professional expertise lies at the intersection of physical and digital special effects, with a focus on animatronics, prosthetics, and practical model fabrication for screen-based media. His work emphasizes innovation in curriculum design that reflects evolving industry standards in film and television production.

Although no publications are listed in the provided text, his pioneering PhD in animatronics suggests significant contributions to the field of practical effects in cinematic arts.

Dr Issapour has not been mentioned as receiving any scientific awards or honors in the provided profile.

He advises students through his leadership of multiple degree programs, integrating academic rigor with industry practice. While specific grant funding or research projects are not detailed, his role involves developing curricula that meet the demands of the creative industries. His dual career as a freelance animator, animatronics designer, and props maker enriches his pedagogical approach.

Though no formal lab or research team is mentioned, his leadership in specialized SFX and animatronics programs implies involvement in workshop-based, practice-led research environments equipped for physical effects prototyping and fabrication.