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As a Foundation Faculty member at our dynamic Foundation Studies team, your role will involve shaping the creative journeys of first-year design students. You will be responsible for instilling core artistic principles, historical awareness, and critical thinking through studio-based and theoretical learning. Key Responsibilities: - Teach foundation-level courses in Art History (Western, Indian, in Global Contexts), Drawing, Painting, Visual Studies, and Elements and Principles of Design. - Develop and deliver engaging studio-based and lecture-based sessions tailored to first-year students across disciplines such as Fashion, Communication, Interior, Product, etc. - Encourage conceptual thinking, material exploration, and contextual understanding in students. - Mentor students in developing their visual language, critical thinking, and creative processes. - Assess student work and provide constructive feedback to support academic growth. - Collaborate with peers in curriculum development, interdisciplinary projects, exhibitions, and reviews. - Stay updated with contemporary practices, pedagogy, and trends in visual culture and design education. Qualifications Required: - Masters or Bachelors degree in Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Art History, or allied design discipline from a reputed institution. - Minimum 24 years of industry/academic experience for Lecturer, 5-10 years of industry and teaching experience for Assistant Professor. - Strong knowledge of Art History both classical and contemporary, including diverse cultural practices. - Ability to engage with students from diverse backgrounds and learning needs. - Comfortable with both studio-based teaching and digital presentation tools (PowerPoint, Google Slides, Miro, etc.) Desirable Skills: - Interdisciplinary approach to art and design education. - Exposure to design thinking, critical theory, or cultural studies. - Experience in organizing student showcases or collaborative art/design projects. - Strong communication, mentorship, and facilitation skills. As a Foundation Faculty member at our dynamic Foundation Studies team, your role will involve shaping the creative journeys of first-year design students. You will be responsible for instilling core artistic principles, historical awareness, and critical thinking through studio-based and theoretical learning. Key Responsibilities: - Teach foundation-level courses in Art History (Western, Indian, in Global Contexts), Drawing, Painting, Visual Studies, and Elements and Principles of Design. - Develop and deliver engaging studio-based and lecture-based sessions tailored to first-year students across disciplines such as Fashion, Communication, Interior, Product, etc. - Encourage conceptual thinking, material exploration, and contextual understanding in students. - Mentor students in developing their visual language, critical thinking, and creative processes. - Assess student work and provide constructive feedback to support academic growth. - Collaborate with peers in curriculum development, interdisciplinary projects, exhibitions, and reviews. - Stay updated with contemporary practices, pedagogy, and trends in visual culture and design education. Qualifications Required: - Masters or Bachelors degree in Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Art History, or allied design discipline from a reputed institution. - Minimum 24 years of industry/academic experience for Lecturer, 5-10 years of industry and teaching experience for Assistant Professor. - Strong knowledge of Art History both classical and contemporary, including diverse cultural practices. - Ability to engage with students from diverse backgrounds and learning needs. - Comfortable with both studio-based teaching and digital presentation tools (PowerPoint, Google Slides, Miro, etc.) Desirable Skills: - Interdisciplinary approach to art and design education. - Exposure to design thinking, critical theory, or cultural studies. - Experience in organizing student showcases or collaborative art/design projects. - Strong communication, mentorship, and facilitation skills.
