Adjunct Faculty - Fashion Styling

Job Description:

Lasell University's School of Fashion is looking for a new adjunct to teach our Fashion Styling course to undergraduate students. Fashion Styling is an immersive course designed to equip fashion content creators, stylists, and event planners with a deep understanding of the conventions and visual traditions in fashion styling. Students explore lighting techniques, visual identity, makeup application, brand influences, and hands-on styling through regular photo shoots.

The course also offers a lens into styling for various events and venues. Industry applicants are strongly recommended to apply. The adjunct instructor will be responsible for:
Teaching and facilitating all aspects of the Fashion Styling course. Delivering engaging lectures and demonstrations on lighting, mood creation, and styling techniques. Guiding students through the history and evolution of fashion stylists. Connecting marketing principles to visual styling decisions. Organizing and supervising regular styling events, ensuring students gain practical experience. Evaluating student work and providing constructive feedback. Collaborating with department faculty to align course outcomes with program goals.

Qualifications:

* Master's degree, MFA or MBA in Fashion, Visual Arts, or related field

* Professional experience in fashion styling or fashion marketing

* Demonstrated knowledge of lighting principles and fashion photography conventions as well as the use of styling for events

* Experience with photo shoot planning and execution

* Prior teaching or mentoring experience at the college level preferred

* Strong communication and organizational skills

Application Instructions

Please submit the following:

* Resume/CV

* Cover letter

* Contact information for two professional references