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The Department of Design Studies is hiring lecturer positions to teach one or more of the following courses for the BS in Textiles and Fashion Design in the Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 semesters.
DS 210: Fashion Illustration
Introduction to visual communication of apparel design concepts using selected media. Focus is on drawing the fashion figure, using special techniques, with emphasis on the relationship of figure, garment, fabric, texture, and pattern.
DS 253: Patternmaking for Apparel Design (Fall 2023)
This course introduces the theory and practice of patternmaking, ideally in both physical flat patterns and digital format (using Clo3D software). There are usually two sections of this course taught in the Fall semester with the expectation of in-person teaching.
DS: 319: Cloth to Clothing (Fall 2023)
This intermediate studio course covers dye and manipulation techniques that directly relate to integrated textile and garment design. Working with color, composition and fabric movement, this course explores different approaches to textile use and garment construction to create garments that are individually and culturally expressive. There is one section of this course taught in the Fall semester with the expectation of in-person teaching.
DS 327: Textile Design: Manual/Computer Generated Imagery and Pattern (Fall 2023)
This intermediate studio course addresses surface pattern design (motif, layout, reepeats, colorways, coordinates) for textiles, wallpaper, or other applications, using both manual and computer-aided methods, with an emphasis on development of imagery, design concepts, and presentation. There is one section of this course taught in the Fall semester with the expectation of in-person teaching.
DS 227 and 427: Textile Design: Printing and Dyeing 1 and 2 (Spring 2024)
These two classes: one introductory and one more advanced, are usually taught concurrently, with advanced students undertaking more independent projects developing conceptual ideas and exploring alternative ways of producing images. DS 227 focuses on surface design developed in print and resist techniques using historical and contemporary methods. DS 427 focuses on silkscreen printing, including discharge, burnout, and chemical resist processes. This combined class is taught in the Spring semester with the expectation of in-person teaching.
DS 501: Public Presentation of Design (Spring 2024)
This advanced undergraduate course covers professional practice and public presentation of textile and fashion design, culminating in a Showcase exhibition in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery in the School of Human Ecology. This course is taught in the Spring semester with the expectation of in-person teaching.
It is expected that these courses will be taught in an in-person format during the Fall of 2023 and Spring of 2024, with the potential to continue teaching related courses in the Design Studies Department in the future.
- 80% Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance
- 5% Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction
- 15% Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations
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Required
Master's Degree of Fine Arts in fashion, textile or closely related field
Qualified candidates will have the following skills and abilities:
- Proven knowledge of the relevant subject matter(s), obtained through educational qualifications (minimum Masters degree in relevant field) and/or workplace experience
- Ability to work effectively within a diverse community
- Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive work environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least four semesters of successful teaching experience at the college level is preferred
Full or Part Time: 33.3% - 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Terminal, 9 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding
Minimum $45,000 ACADEMIC (9 months)
Depending on Qualifications
DESIGN STUDIES DEPARTMENT: The Design Studies Department is a vibrant community that approaches design from a broad range of disciplinary and practice-based approaches, and supports a range of undergraduate (Textile and Fashion Design, Interior Architecture, third major underway) and graduate programs (MFA, PhD, and Masters of Design & Innovation). The Textile and Fashion Design Program, rooted in studio practice and cultural context, is currently undergoing a program revision to focus on producing graduates who are responsible, resourceful, and research-driven about the place of textiles and fashion in global societies, cultural, economies, and environments.
DOROTHY A. O'BRIEN INNOVATION LAB: The School of Human Ecology (SoHE) Dorothy O'Brien Innovation Lab is a 1,700 square foot, flexible, multipurpose learning space for students. Its layout is optimized for design thinking strategies, including collaboration, prototyping, and group ideation. The Dorothy O'Brien Innovation Lab is an important step in SoHE's continued dedication to the process of design thinking for our student body. By continually building on our most successful practices while nurturing the best new ideas, UW-Madison is developing the next generation of creative problem solvers through our Design Thinking Program.
THE CENTER FOR DESIGN AND MATERIAL CULTURE: The Center for Design and Material Culture is the primary destination for the multi-disciplinary study of material culture and design at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with particular focus on the study of design, material culture, and textile. This vision is supported by the rich resources of the Helen Louise Allen Textile Collection, two galleries, the Ruth Davis Gallery and the Lynn Mecklenburg Textile Gallery, and the SoHE Innovation Studio.
SCHOOL OF HUMAN ECOLOGY: The mission of the School of Human Ecology is to understand the complex relationships and interdependence among individuals, groups and families, and to focus on quality-of-life issues through research, creative innovation, education, and outreach. The School has four academic departments (Civil Society and Community Studies, Consumer Science, Design Studies, and Human Development & Family Studies) with a collective undergraduate enrollment of 1,600 students, and 100+ graduate students. See
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To apply for this position, you will need to upload a cover letter and resume that relate to this position, and provide contact information for at least three professional references. Please make clear in your cover letter which course(s) on the list above you are qualified to teach; for studio courses, please also include a portfolio of 20 images of your own and your previous students' work. References will not be contacted without advance notice. Your cover letter should address your qualifications as they pertain to the minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience listed above.
The deadline for assuring full consideration is May 11, 2023, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position(s) are filled.
In addition to the lecturer need(s) identified in this position, the Department of Design Studies is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to be considered when part-time lecturers are needed to teach Textile and Fashion Design courses. Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for future teaching opportunities. The Department will keep your application on file as a prospective candidate who could potentially fill a position when a need arises. If the need shall arise and review of your application materials result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted via the contact information provided on your application.
Michelle Hamilton
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Lecturer(TL020)
Department(s):A27-SCHOOL OF HUMAN ECOLOGY/DESIGN STUDIES
Employment Class:Academic Staff-Terminal
Job Number:278279-AS
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The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/