Leadership Team - Art and Design
Meet the team
Michael Marsden
Executive Dean
Michael Marsden is the Dean of Art & Design at Nottingham Trent University.
Professor Natalie Brown
Deputy Dean
Professor Natalie Brown is the Deputy Dean of the Nottingham School of Art & Design at Nottingham Trent University. Natalie supports the Dean in leading the strategic direction of the School.
Claire Lockwood
Head of Department
Claire Lockwood is Head of the Design and Digital Arts Department at Nottingham School of Art & Design, leading a wide portfolio of courses spanning graphic design, animation, games, filmmaking, photography and fine art. She champions innovative teaching, industry engagement and creative opportunities that prepare students for the future of the sector.
Melanie Robertson
Head of Department
Head of Department for Fashion at Nottingham Trent University’s Nottingham School of Art & Design, Melanie leads fashion education with a focus on innovation, industry collaboration and creative excellence.
Richard Bibb
Associate Dean for Research
Professor Richard Bibb is the Associate Dean of Research for Nottingham School of Art & Design, responsible for all research activities in the School.
Guy Bingham
Associate Dean for Practice
Professor Guy Bingham joined NTU in 2023 as Associate Dean for Practice in the School of Art and Design. He is responsible for all Practice activities in the school.
John Meredith
Head of Music and Events
John Meredith is Head of the Music and Events Department and a member of the Senior Management Team at Nottingham Trent University. He leads the strategic direction of innovative, industry-informed courses in music, events, and related disciplines, ensuring high-quality, inclusive learning for students.