James Davoll RPCiT – New Registered Creative Professional

Profile: James Davoll, MIScT RPCiT

Congratulations James, who has become one of the first few individuals to achieve their professional registration with the new Creative Industries and Technologies accreditation.

James Davoll is an experienced Technical Manager with a proven track record in the higher education sector.

Currently, at Newcastle University, he leads the School of Arts and Cultures’ technical team, overseeing activities across Music, Media, and Fine Art facilities.

In addition to this role, James is a Lecturer in Audio-Visual Post Production at Queen’s University Belfast, where he delivers a unique course aimed at enhancing digital media skills in Northern Ireland, addressing strategic economic, social, and cultural needs.

An active researcher in creative ethnography, James’s award-winning film projects have been published in peer-reviewed journals, selected for international film festivals, and distributed across the UK and North America. His expertise spans lecturing, training, and all aspects of video and sound production. He is proficient in creative media applications such as Adobe CC, Pro Tools, and DaVinci Resolve.


Interested in becoming registered?

RPCIT registration is exclusively available to IST members – Applicants who are not already IST members will need to join the IST. Being part of our professional networks is essential for professional accreditation.

IST membership can be applied for at the same time as applying for RPCIT, or membership can be setup separately before an RPCIT application is submitted, whichever method is easiest for you. (IST Membership application form)

RPCIT Registration applications documents for the new creative framework are available to download: Click here to download the new RPCiT application pack documents

The IST is accepting applications for assessment, find out more here.