Adjunct Instructor- Fitting Techniques (Fashion Design Apparel)
- Employer
- Fashion Institute of Technology
- Location
- New York, NY
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- Position Type
- Adjunct
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Locations:: New York, NY
Posted:: May 3, 2018
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Faculty Adjunct
About Fashion Institute of Technology:
The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York, is currently accepting applications for Adjunct Instructors in the School of Art and Design: Fashion Design Department.
Job Description:
Individuals appointed will teach a "fitting techniques" course in the Intimate Apparel Specialization area. The position requires full knowledge in utilizing fitting techniques specific to the Intimate Apparel Industry. Expertise in fitting on a live model or form, pattern making, creating a fitting log to record specifications on all aspects of Foundation Garments, Bras, Panties, Bustiers, etc. is required. Knowledge of Intimate Apparel specialized machinery a plus. Instructors are required to assess student performance and submit grades within the academic timetable.
Requirements:
Candidates are required to have an Associate Degree. In addition, the applicant must possess a minimum of six years of working as a experience as a Designer in Foundation Design with hands on Fitting Technique experience. Basic computer literacy is required. Prior teaching at the college level is preferred.
Application Instructions:
To be considered, please submit a digital application including:
1. Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
2. CV/Resume
3. Three industry references, including telephone numbers and emails
Applicants contacted for interviews, will be required to submit their portfolio and examples of their work.
Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.
Organization
The Fashion Institute of Technology is a State University of New York college of art and design located in New York City. In 1951, it became one of the first SUNY community colleges empowered to grant the Associate of Applied Science degree. Today, FIT also grants Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in fashion and fashion-related fields. These include some unique programs, such as the United States’ only degree-granting program in Accessories Design, and the only baccalaureate program in Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing in the world.
FIT is fascinating. We are a public institution of higher education with ties to private industry designed to benefit our students. We have big city pizazz and high-end sophistication. But we boast a safe campus and a real-world mindset. We are the crossroads between commerce and creativity.
FIT is fashion. We are also design, fine arts, packaging, computer animation. We are technology, and also marketing, advertising, merchandising, production. And more. Our diverse programming has grown out of a rich history. Our Institutional Advancement is based on a clear mission. Our campus location and facilities are here to serve our college community.
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