Visiting Faculty Fashion Design Department (71103) | Pratt Institute - Military Veterans

Part-Time Faculty Fashion Design Department (71103) Salary: $1,500.00 - $1,720.00 Hourly Location: NY, NY Job Type: Part Time Job Number: 202400075 Department: School of Design Closing: About Pratt Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY). Description The Fashion Design department at Pratt Institute, located in Brooklyn, NY, is creating a pool of applicants to join our part-time faculty community. At Pratt, we define fashion practice as cultural messaging through clothes. Students contextualize fashion within a social framework and through rigorous attention to production, craft, and contemporary aesthetics. Devoted to a creative learning community, Pratt recognizes the strength that stems from a diversity of perspectives, ideas, backgrounds, approaches and experiences. We aspire to continue to grow as a place that always welcomes and encourages individuals of all backgrounds to contribute to and be part of the Pratt community. Examples of Duties Teach part-time courses in the Fashion Design department, focusing on fashion as cultural messaging through production, craft, and contemporary aesthetics, while fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment. Leverage expertise in areas such as sustainability, non-western fashion perspectives, digital storytelling, or fashion technology, to engage students in critical and innovative approaches to fashion design. Typical Qualifications Candidate's professional or scholarly focus may include a broad set of interests within the field including design, textiles, and knitwear. We encourage applicants with experience and knowledge in the following areas of expertise: Historical and critical perspectives on contemporary fashion design Non-western perspectives on fashion design Sustainability, materials and circular design practices Digital storytelling, networked design, augmented/virtual reality and CLO3D Technology, culture and fashion media Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications, ranging from $1500-$1720/per contact hour. Benefits: Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking) Disability Benefits Voluntary Short Term Disability Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan Paid Time Off (Sick) Supplemental Information: Review of applications to begin immediately and remain open until filled. To apply, please submit your c.v., cover letter, contact information for one professional reference and 10 examples of syllabi and/or student work and/or professional projects that reflect your pedagogical and professional practice. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce. At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions. To apply, visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/pratt/jobs/4687153/part-time-faculty-fashion-design-department-71103 Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-4018c15cf021d241a6eb269d8657b0b6