Steve Cassar

Steve Cassar is a Senior Lecturer at Buckinghamshire New University, where he serves as Course Leader for BA (Hons) 3D Game Art (Online), BA (Hons) Animation (Online), and BA (Hons) Visual Effects (Online), all full-time programs. He is also a member of the teaching team for the on-campus versions of these courses.

His professional expertise lies in 3D/CGI art, animation, and visual effects, with over 15 years of industry experience, including contributions to award-winning projects for the BBC. He began his career in traditional illustration and has also been actively involved in the music industry as a musician and live event technician.

Steve's work has received significant recognition, including a BAFTA nomination and being a finalist for the Japan Prize, highlighting the artistic and technical excellence of his creative output.

• BAFTA Nominee
• Japan Prize Finalist

He has advised and taught students across multiple digital arts disciplines, contributing to the development of future professionals in game art, animation, and VFX. While there is no mention of research grants, his leadership in online degree programs indicates a strong commitment to innovative and accessible arts education.

Though no specific lab or research team is mentioned, his role as Course Leader and Senior Lecturer positions him at the forefront of digital arts education at the university.