URGENT LECTURER IN PATTERN CUTTING TING
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
AOD is a leading design educator offering undergraduate education in Fashion Design, Interior Design, and Graphic Design along with internationally recognized programs. We are affiliated with the School of Design at Northumbria University in the UK, which further strengthens our goal of providing globally-recognized creative education to South Asian students. We aim to create a positive learning environment where every student's unique qualities can flourish and be nurtured with the help of our expert teaching faculty. Our mission is to pioneer design as a serious educational discipline and dynamic creative profession in Sri Lanka and the rest of South Asia.
ROLE DESCRIPTION (TEMPORARY POSITION)
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and passionate individual to join our team as a Lecturer in Pattern Cutting. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in delivering tuition in technical pattern cutting, garment construction, stitch and finishing techniques, as well as draping/moulage and Lectra to industry standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Deliver tuition in technical pattern cutting, garment construction, stitch and finishing techniques, as well as draping/moulage and Lectra.
- Develop curriculum/learning material and lesson plans to evidence learning outcomes.
- Collaborate with design tutors to guide students in delivering their creative vision.
- Conduct inductions for first-year students on the use of industrial machinery in the sewing/studio environment.
- Solve problems related to fitting, pattern making, and sample making.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree in fashion design or extensive industry experience.
- Excellent command of the English language.
- Experience in Higher Education/Further Education delivery.
- Proficiency in teaching flat pattern cutting from basic to advanced levels.
- Exceptional knowledge of fabrics and their properties, including stretch, wovens, sportswear, outerwear, and contour/swimwear.
- Experience in delivering Lectra workshops and developing digital patterns, flat CAD drawings, and Tech packs to industry standards.
- Proficiency in draping/moulage for creative fashion design.
- Ability to combine flat pattern cutting and draping to create toiles.
- Experience in conducting marking and assessment procedures in line with learning outcomes.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to teamhr@aod.lk on or before 10th March 2025
