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VCUarts Adjunct Instructor - Department of Fashion Design + Merchandising
- 45001063
- 907 Floyd Avenue, VCU Main Campus, Virginia, United States, 23284
- Academic and Faculty Affairs
- Adjunct
- School Of The Arts MBU
Summary:
Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts (VCUarts) department of Fashion Design + Merchandising is recruiting a pool of applicants on an ongoing basis for adjunct teaching positions. The Department of Fashion Design + Merchandising will consult the adjunct applicant pool and contact qualified applicants whose credentials match our specific teaching needs on an as-needed basis.
Possible adjunct opportunities could include teaching a course(s) in any of the areas of study offered by the Department of Fashion Design + Merchandising. A link to fashion course descriptions from VCU's Undergraduate Bulletin can be found at https://bulletin.vcu.edu/azcourses/fash/.
If an adjunct opportunity arises, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated skills and experience in one or several of the following areas of expertise:
1. Market and trend research experience – regularly shopping the European and Asian markets, product awareness and competitive pricing.
2. Familiarity with NYC garment district suppliers (fabric, trims, novelty goods) and resources.
3. Address concept development and presentation skills: create mood and inspiration packages- using primary and secondary sources- both traditionally and digitally.
4. Generate iteration of color, trim, and textile palettes.
5. Proficiency in patternmaking, draping and construction- knowledge of knits and wovens.
6. Strong visual and communication skills, experience in garment sourcing, excellent Adobe Creative Suites (specifically Illustrator and Photoshop) Microsoft Excel, and PDM skills.
7. Ability to develop original surface design, print repeats and textile manipulation.
8. Create action and technical flats with specifications.
9. Establish technical package templates.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Terminal degree (MFA in a related field or a MBA) , or BFA, BA, or BS with additional training and/or professional experience that equates and/or parallels the artistic development expected in a terminal degree holder.
2. Appropriate teaching experience and/or strong oral presentation and communication skills.
3. Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
Application Materials:
Only electronic applications submitted via the VCU Jobs website will be accepted.
· Current CV or Resume
· Cover letter
· A list of three professional references including names with titles and contact information. References will not be contacted prior to a candidate’s approval.
Salary Range: VCUarts Standard Adjunct Per Credit Rate
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
FTE: Varies
Contact Information: VCUarts Human Resources, artshr@vcu.edu
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