Full-Time Faculty Position in Fashion Design Apparel Area, School of Art and Design - Fashion Institute of Technology
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About The Position
The School of Art and Design seeks a full-time faculty member in the Fashion Design Apparel Area. The successful candidate will be a seasoned fashion industry senior designer with design leadership experience, primarily in the segments of the industry that are using classic heritage skills in Sportswear, Special Occasion, Knitwear or Menswear. The ability to fluidly drape, pattern, sew intricately designed garments, execute original design sketches as well as strong design communication skills, within the specialized classifications, must be demonstrable within the candidate's professional background. Thorough knowledge of current successful fashion practices across several methodologies, an understanding of market trends, and an appreciation of emerging technology are also a requirement. The new faculty member will serve the School of Art & Design and will participate in administrative activities as required. Responsibilities will include teaching innovative core AAS foundational courses in women's wear and BFA specialization areas of Sportswear, Special Occasion, Knitwear, or Menswear courses. The faculty member will engage in developing and implementing the curriculum in collaboration with departmental colleagues. It is expected that the selected candidate will establish and/or build upon their personal areas of strength at the time of attaining tenure. Such areas might include, but are not limited to; relevant research such as sustainability, inclusive design, fashion show presentations or exhibitions, development of curriculum, grants, proposals, cultivation of industry support, or scholarly/creative work in another area. The successful candidate will contribute to the Department, School, and College, beyond the classroom in curriculum development and with committee service.
