CURRICULUM VITAE / 2026

SHAIF
HEMRAJ

London

Experienced Lecturer with a passion for teaching Creative Media Production, ICT, and Games Development. Specializes in asset creation, particularly 3D modeling and user-interface design, and has a proven track record of creating photo-realistic environments and objects. Achieves excellent results by completing tasks efficiently within strict time-frames, such as when leading student projects and collaborating with industry professionals. Excited to bring this expertise and enthusiasm to a new role and continue to inspire and challenge students in the field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

November 2022 – Present

Lecturer (HE) in Games Development at University of Westminster, London

As a Higher Education Lecturer in Games Development, I primarily teach students about game design principles, working with programming languages such as C++ and C#, and how to effectively use software such as Unity and Unreal Engine 5. In my role as the leader of the games studio module, I collaborate with industry professionals to bring in real-world projects for students to work on, giving them hands-on experience and valuable connections. I'm proud to have helped students create successful games and give them the skills needed to succeed in the industry.

August 2020 – November 2021

Course Manager (FE) in ICT at City of Westminster College, City of Westminster

As a Lecturer in ICT, I instructed students using a variety of software applications including Excel and Adobe Photoshop. I worked with both Level 1 and Level 2 BTEC learners where classes ranged from 9-20 people per lesson. I then took on the role of a Course Manager, which required me to manage the quality and delivery of the BTEC Level 1 Course in ICT at City of Westminster College. In this capacity, I also continued to lecture the vast majority of the units, which focus upon building employable and transferable skills.

March 2020 – August 2020

Associate Lecturer (HNC Level 4) in Post Production at Forces Media Academy (BFBS), Slough

At Forces Media Academy, I provided veterans and service leavers with the training and experience required in order to attain a career in multi-media. The Creative Media Production course combines extensive training and work experience covering modules such as Camera and Lighting Techniques, as well as Video and Editing Production of Multi-Platform Audio Programmes.

February 2020 – June 2020

Lecturer (FE) in Creative Media Production at Guildford College, Guildford

As a Creative Media Lecturer, I taught project management and self-development in Games Design where I lead, assessed, and lectured students on Animation and Project Management. I worked with both Level 2 and Level 3 BTEC Students where classes ranged from 11-25 people per lesson.

December 2019 – April 2020

Lecturer (FE) in Creative Media Production at Havering College of Further and Higher Education, Hornchurch

As a Creative Media Lecturer, I taught Games Design along with TV & Film. I worked with both Level 2 and Level 3 BTEC Students where classes ranged from 11-25 people per lesson. My specialism is in teaching Programming, Adobe Photoshop, Asset Creation and Media Journalism.

January 2020 – February 2020

Lecturer (FE) in Digital Media Production at Kingston College, Kingston upon Thames

As a substitute lecturer at Kingston College, I taught students who were BTEC Level 1-3 by providing lectures on 3D Modeling, Animation, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects. Classes ranged from 11-25 people per lesson.

September 2019 – November 2019

Lecturer (FE) in Creative Media Production at Oaklands College, Welwyn Garden City

As a Creative Media Lecturer, I taught Games Design along with TV & Film. I worked with both Level 2 and Level 3 BTEC Students and specialised in teaching Programming, Adobe Photoshop, Asset Creation and Media Journalism.

June 2019 – August 2019

Teaching Assistant at Code Camp UK , Richmond

When I was a freelance teaching assistant, I educated children in the basics of Game Design and Programming. My most recent position involved teaching 23 students with ages ranging from 6-11 at the Queens Church of England Primary School.

August 2019 – December 2019

3D Artist and Game Designer at Humanitarian Operations, Southwark

I worked as a freelance 3D Artist and Game Designer involved in assisting in the development of a Unity-Engine based game. I would contribute by making Models, Textures and by Optimizing Scenes.

May 2018 – August 2018

Games Designer and Programmer at Octopus 8 Studios, Uxbridge

For three months, I was the lead programmer in a team of game developers for Octopus 8 Studios. We developed an open world, top-down, 2D game titled, "Plague of Days" within a deadline.

EDUCATION

September 2021 – September 2022

University College London, London Digital Media: Production MA

Distinction

September 2016 – June 2019

Brunel University, Uxbridge Bachelor's (Hons) in Games Design (Art)

FHEQ Level 6 - First Class Honours

September 2020 – June 2021

Training Qualifications UK, Leeds Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (RQF)

September 2013 – June 2016

Stanmore College, Stanmore BTEC UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology

D*D*D* - Distinction

SKILLS

Adobe PhotoshopAdobe Premiere ProAutodesk MayaMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordUnityUnreal EngineClickteam FusionCommunicationComputer ProgrammingUser Interface/ User Experience

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