Designers Anya Hindmarch and Johanna Ho are among 10 “pioneering creatives” that have joined the inaugural University of the Arts London (UAL) ambassador scheme.

The group will champion UAL’s “mission to empower the next generation of creative talent whilst advocating for the creative industries in the UK and beyond”.

Each ambassador “brings a unique vision and influence within their field”. Together they will extend UAL’s reach through their networks, “helping to bridge UAL’s creative community with global industry”.

Joining Hindmarch and Ho are London College of Communication alum and CEO and BLT Communications Clive Baillie; artist and lecturer Deirdre Hopkins; British contemporary artist Es Devlin; advertising guru Sir John Hegarty; business leader in advertising, media and digital marketing Nick Brien; leader in creative technology and augmented reality Resh Sidhu; group MD of Fung Retailing Group Sabrina Fung-Lam; and artist and academic Shantell Martin.

David Isaac, chair of governors at UAL, said: “These exceptional individuals are not just industry leaders; they are passionate advocates for the creative industries, who will draw on their expertise to work closely with UAL to help empower the next generation of creative professionals: providing them with the tools and support our students need to make a positive impact in the world.  This exciting new initiative will enrich our creative community – and bring together supporters from around the world – each of whom is committed to UAL’s goals and will help us deliver them.”