Full-Time Faculty Position in Fashion Design Apparel Area, School of Art and Design - Fashion Institute of Technology

Fashion Institute of Technology • New York, NY

93d • $69,346 - $173,403

About The Position

The School of Art and Design is seeking a full-time faculty member in the Fashion Design Apparel Area. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned senior designer from the fashion industry with demonstrated leadership in design. Their professional experience should focus on areas that incorporate classic heritage skills, particularly within Sportswear, Special Occasion, Knitwear, Childrenswear or Menswear. The successful candidate must have a strong ability to drape, pattern, and sew intricately designed garments. They should also be skilled in executing original designs and possess excellent design communication abilities within these specialized classifications. A comprehensive understanding of current successful fashion practices, familiarity with a range of design methodologies, awareness of market trends, and an experience with emerging technologies are essential. This faculty member will serve the School of Art and Design and participate in administrative responsibilities as required. Teaching duties will include delivering innovative instruction in core AAS foundational courses focused on womenswear, as well as BFA specialization courses in one or more of the following areas: Sportswear, Special Occasion, Knitwear, Childrenswear or Menswear. In addition to teaching, the faculty member will actively contribute to the development and implementation of curriculum in collaboration with departmental colleagues. They will also engage in service to the Department, School, and College through curriculum development and committee participation. It is expected that the selected candidate will establish and/or build upon their personal areas of strength by the time they are considered for tenure. These areas may include, but are not limited to: research in sustainability or inclusive design; fashion show presentations or exhibitions; curriculum development; securing grants and proposals; cultivating industry partnerships; or producing scholarly or creative work relevant to the field of fashion design and fashion education.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required in Fashion Design or related field(s).
• 6 years of relevant industry experience as a senior-level fashion designer.

Nice To Haves

• 10+ years as a senior-level fashion designer.
• Prior teaching experience.
• Master's degree in Fashion Design or in related field(s).

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative instruction in core AAS foundational courses focused on womenswear.
• Teach BFA specialization courses in Sportswear, Special Occasion, Knitwear, Childrenswear or Menswear.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of curriculum in collaboration with departmental colleagues.
• Engage in service to the Department, School, and College through curriculum development and committee participation.
• Establish and/or build upon personal areas of strength relevant to tenure consideration.

Benefits

• Retirement Plans
• Health Care Plan and Dental Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Benefit Plan
• FIT Tuition Exemption Program
• Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree