Industry Professionals

The lead mentor within the academy is Alastair McIlwain — a highly experienced professional with over 50 years’ experience in the animation industry. Alistair has led design and direction for over 40 television series and 17 feature films, with his more notable contributions including TV series Roobarb and feature film Pink Floyd: The Wall.

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Meet the Team

Jennifer McAlorum

Jennifer McAlorum

Screen Academies Manager
Dee Gribbin

Dee Gribbin

Creative Media Trainer
Barry Brennan

Barry Brennan

Community Partnership Manager

Funders

The Screen Academies in Animation, Games Development and VFX is delivered by Nerve Centre and funded by the Department for Communities through Northern Ireland Screen.