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Employer name: MiraCosta College

Contact information: :
Apply and submit application materials through MiraCosta College's online application system at http://apptrkr.com/133676.

MiraCosta College
Attn: Human Resources
1 Barnard Drive
Oceanside CA 92056-3899
Questions? E-mail jobs@miracosta.edu or call (760) 795-6854.

Date Posted: Dec. 17, 2009

Closing Date: Open until filled; first screening date Jan. 20, 2010

Job Title: Theatre (Design/Technical) Instructor

Minimum Qualifications:
To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications:

1.   a Master's degree in drama/theatre arts/performance; OR
2.   a Bachelor's degree in drama/theatre arts/performance and a Master's degree in comparative literature, English, speech, literature, or humanities; OR
3.   a valid California teaching credential authorizing drama/theatre arts instruction in a community college; OR
4.   the equivalent (view the equivalency instructions and guidelines at http://www.miracosta.edu/equivalency.pdf); AND
5.   sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

EOE

Employer name: Kansas State University

Contact information: :
Dana Pinkston, Costume Designer, KSU,
129 Nichols Hall, Manhattan KS 66506.

Date Posted: Dec. 21, 2009

Job Title: Costume Shop Manager

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent patterning & construction skills, BA, BFA in Theatre/Costume Technology or related field, professional costume experience & the ability to work effectively in a positive, lively environment. MFA in Costume/Costume Technology preferred.

Job Description: Costume Shop Manager
The Theatre Program of Kansas State University is accepting applications for the position of Costume Shop Manager. Management responsibilities include: hiring, training and supervision of student labor, payroll, budgeting shop funds, equipment / facility maintenance. Production responsibilities: management of the costume build for a 5 production season. This includes patterning, construction development / execution, supervision of costume construction and alterations by staff, and quality control.

The Costume Shop Manager gives limited support to two dance concerts per year. Teaching responsibilities: two sewing labs per year and mentoring costume students.

Salary/Compensation: Competitive
This is a nine month position with a full benefit package.

Please send letter of application, resume and three current letters of recommendation to:
Dana Pinkston, Costume Shop Manager Search, 129 Nichols Hall Dept. CSTD, Manhattan , Kansas 66506 -2301.

Review will begin January 30, 2010 and will continue until position is filled. Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. A background check is required.

Employer name: Columbia College Chicago

Contact information: : Dr. Sarah Jordan, Chair
Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL 60604
E-mail: Fashion846_873@colum.edu
Web Site: http://www.colum.edu

Date Posted: Dec. 1, 2009

Two Full-time Faculty Position in Fashion Studies.

Minimum Education: Master's Degree
Minimum Experience: 2 - 3 years
Job Type: Full-time

Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting. We are seeking applications for two full-time tenure-track or tenured faculty positions (rank open) in Fashion Studies beginning August 16, 2010.

The College currently has over 800 undergraduate students studying Fashion Design and Fashion Retail Management with a comprehensive program of courses and programs in fashion that cater to a diverse student body. The department is developing curriculum that emphasizes aspects of design, business, theory, and practice, and will include cross- and inter-disciplinary offerings within a vibrant environment where innovation and experimentation are actively encouraged and nurtured.

Position #846 - Fashion Designer and Educator:
Qualifications: Include an advanced or terminal degree in Fashion Design or related specialty and/or substantial equivalent industry experience, a documented record of accomplishments in professional practice, research, and/or teaching, and demonstrated competence in interdisciplinary approaches.

Candidates must possess demonstrable pattern-making, draping, construction, and tailoring skills as well as possess expert knowledge about 20th and 21st century fashion and design history. Experience with computer design and pattern-making software such as Gerber, Lectra, Photoshop, and Illustrator is preferred. Strong technical, collaborative and communication skills are required as well as strong experience or potential for working in a culturally diverse work environment.

This faculty position requires excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level or experience in related activities that suggests strong likelihood of success in the classroom and demonstrates clear understanding of the industry and educational standards relevant to designers, practitioners, managers, and future leaders in the diverse field of fashion.

Position #873 - Fashion Business and Management:
Qualifications include an advanced or terminal degree in Fashion Business or Management or related specialty and/or substantial equivalent industry experience, a documented record of accomplishments in professional practice, research, and/or teaching, and demonstrated competence in interdisciplinary approaches.

This faculty position requires excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level or experience in related activities that suggests strong likelihood of success in the classroom and demonstrates clear understanding of the industry and educational standards relevant to designers, practitioners, managers, and future leaders in the diverse field of fashion.

The preferred Candidate will possess expert knowledge about the evolution of fashion and retail management issues, and will have the ability to address and forecast current and future issues and challenges. Strong technical, collaborative and communication skills are required as well as strong experience or potential for working in a culturally diverse work environment. The successful candidate will embrace technology in the classroom as well as encourage the many uses for technology in advancing new modalities of retail beyond bricks and clicks.

Teaching Load:

Teaching load is 3 courses per semester. Full-time faculty members also advise students and participate in curriculum development and committee service at the department and college level. The use of active teaching and learning approaches is expected, as well as a demonstrated ability to embed course concepts in real world application. Tenured and tenure track faculty are also expected to continue active research, creative endeavor, or professional practice and professional development in his/her field.

Columbia College Chicago encourages female, LGBTQ, disabled, international, and minority individuals to apply for all positions. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Applications should include a letter of application, C.V., teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and the names and contact information of three references.

Review of applications will begin January 11, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. Positions are contingent on funding. Please send application materials to: Fashion846_873@colum.edu

Employer name: Appalachian State University

Contact information: Dr. Sarah Jordan, Chair
Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
Appalachian State University
Box 32056
Boone, North Carolina 28608
Fax - 828-265-8620
Email - jord...@appstate.edu

Date Posted: Sep. 18, 2009

Job Title:
Assistant or Associate Professor in Apparel and Textiles Design

Salary/Compensation: Salary will commensurate with qualifications

Job Description:
Responsibilities include: teaching undergraduate courses in apparel design and production, fashion illustration, apparel history and social/psychological aspects of apparel; advising students; assisting in program development; facilitating co-curricular experiences; working with industry advisory council, and engaging in scholarly, professional, department and university activities.

Job Category:
Academia. Required doctorate in apparel and textiles or terminal degree in a related area; competence in industry software for computer aided design and illustration; relevant industry experience; relevant professional experience; demonstrated scholarly or creative competence; and relevant professional memberships. Preferred: Successful teaching experience and at least one degree in the FCS discipline.

Applicants should provide a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three professional references. Send the information to:
Dr. Sarah Jordan, Chair
Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
Appalachian State University
Box 32056
Boone, North Carolina 28608

Review of applications will begin November 10, 2009 and will continue until position is filled.