e: mleighfield@cardiffmet.ac.uk
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Specialist Subject Areas
Web Technologies, Social Media, programming for designers and artists
Qualifications
BA (hons) Multimedia
Master of Design (MDes)
Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA)
Biography
In 2000, Matt graduated from the University of Wales, Newport with a
Degree in Multimedia. Since then he has worked as Multimedia designer,
teacher and technician, developing his creative and technical skills. He
has worked for clients such as the BBC, the Welsh National Opera, and
the NHS, and has taught at Further and Higher Education levels. He
continues to develop his interests in the creative potential of emerging
digital technologies, working with students and staff throughout CSAD
in areas such as Graphics, Textiles and Illustration.
In 2013 Matt completed his Master of Design (MDes), focusing on emerging web technologies.
Current research
Currently developing his skills using the ‘Processing’ programming
application, exploring its potential for artists and designers.
