Rebecca Hayes

Rebecca Hayes is an Associate Lecturer in the School of Design at RMIT University, specializing in Animation and Interactive Media. She holds a role in teaching and is currently completing a Masters by Research in the School of Media and Communication. Her creative practice spans animation, illustration, visual arts, and digital media for live performance, utilizing techniques like stop motion, collage, and cut-outs. Her award-winning short films have screened globally, and her collaborative work with The Sisters Hayes was featured in 'Collaborative Art in the Twenty-First Century' (Routledge Press).

• Academic Positions: Associate Lecturer (2023–present), Lecturer/Industry Fellow (2022), Sessional Academic (2012–2019)
• Research Focus: Animation, AV/digital media for live performance, and cross-disciplinary art

Awards include recognition for her short films and scholarly inclusion in Routledge's publication on collaborative art. Her work extends to theatre design, exhibitions, and site-specific installations, showcasing her expertise in diverse creative mediums.