Assistant Professor/Department Chair-Digital Animation at the College of Design, American University in the Emirates, Dubai. With over 23 years of academic experience, an established education professional with a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) focused in Visual Arts & Design (Animation) from the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) INDONESIA & a Master of Arts & Design (Visual Communication & New Media) from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam, Selangor MALAYSIA.

His expertise in Animation and the Creative Industry, especially involving 3D Design and Virtual Reality, the preservation of Tangible & Intangible Heritage puts him at the forefront of research in the digital world of creative design. Nizam’s research and creative work interests include internationalization, education, new technologies, culture and heritage. His work is characterized by a deep passion for preservation, understanding and for bridging the gap between academia and creative industry.