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Adjunct - Fashion DesignMarymount University • Arlington, VA, US
Adjunct - Fashion Design

Adjunct - Fashion Design

Marymount University • Arlington, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

It’s a great time to join Marymount University! We are looking for faculty and staff who are passionate about providing excellent service to ensure ahigh qualitystudent experience and collaborative working environment.

Direct Supervisor

Director, School of Design + Art

Status

Part-Time

Division

Academic Affairs

Target Weekly Hours

10

Location

Main Campus

Benefits Eligibility

No

JOB SUMMARY

The Fashion Design Department is seeking an Adjunct Professor to teach Draping. This course explores three-dimensional design techniques through the art of draping, providing students with hands-on experience in creating garments directly on a dress form. The ideal candidate will have industry experience in draping, garment construction, and eveningwear design, as well as a strong passion for teaching and mentorship.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Deliver course content that incorporates best practices in draping techniques.

  • Guide students in expressing three-dimensional design ideas through muslin draping on dress forms.

  • Encourage creative experimentation to help students develop finished garment designs.

  • Teach students to analyze existing garments and sketches to determine appropriate draping methods.

  • Instruct on truing patterns and refining draped designs to ensure proper fit, balance, and proportion.

  • Provide problem-solving strategies for fit, construction, and finishing techniques specific to draped eveningwear.

  • Evaluate students' work and provide constructive feedback on technical skills and design execution.

  • Introduce and discuss appropriate production methods for both finished draped garments and eveningwear designs.

  • Foster an engaging and supportive classroom environment that encourages student growth and creativity.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Master's degree in Fashion Design or related field

  • Prior teaching experience at the college level preferred.

  • Strong understanding of patternmaking, fabric manipulation, and couture techniques.

  • Ability to communicate effectively and provide clear instruction and feedback.

Licenses or Certifications

None

Financial Responsibility

None

Supervision

None

Special Working Conditions

None

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