Foundations in Design Instructor

1 week ago

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time

Employee Group:

Faculty (Kwantlen Faculty Association)

  • Workplace Type:

On-Site

  • Hours of Work (BCGEU):
- # of openings:

2

  • Hours Per Week (BCGEU):
  • Pay Level:

Faculty Pay Scale

  • Days of Work (BCGEU):
  • Employment Type:

Qualified Faculty List

  • Internal Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

  • Travel Frequency:
  • External Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

  • Competition ID:

3305



FACULTY POSITION TITLE:
FOUNDATIONS IN DESIGN (FIND) INSTRUCTOR

Competition ID: 3305



POSITION TYPE:
Qualified Faculty List (QFL)


Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) proudly offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers.

KPU takes its name from the Kwantlen First Nation.

We work, study, and live in a region south of the Fraser River which overlaps with the unceded traditional and ancestral lands of the Kwantlen, Musqueam, Katzie, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Qayqayt, and Kwikwetlem peoples.


FACULTY OVERVIEW
Imagine working in a new, cutting-edge facility backed by a 30-year history as an industry leader.

The Wilson School of Design (WSD), located on our Richmond campus, has eight different programs that encourage students to take risks and innovate in small, personalized classes offering intensive hands-on learning experiences and state-of-the-art equipment.


POSITION OVERVIEW

The Foundation in Design program (FIND) is seeking to hire for our Qualified Faculty List (QFL) which is utilized for Non-Regular type 1 contracts as they become available.

A non-regular Type 1 faculty member is a non-regular faculty member who is hired for a defined period, to teach specific courses or perform specific work such as substitutions, vacation coverage, short-term emergency hires and other work that is not expected to be ongoing.

The FIND program is also vetting current instructors from across KPU to be inventoried for our QFL. Calendar descriptions for each course are included at the end of the posting.

We are seeking applicants who are qualified to teach one or a selection of the following courses:

  • DESN 1110: Drawing for Design
  • DESN 1121:

Design Connections:
Then and Now

  • DESN 1130: Design Explorations
  • DESN 1160: Design Storytelling
  • DESN 1200: Portfolio Studio
  • DESN 1210: 3D Form Studio
  • DESN 1230: Introduction to Digital Drafting

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Faculty members of FIND are also expected to contribute and participate in any of the following:

  • Curriculum development and review.
  • Assisting students outside of scheduled class time.
  • Preparation processes and site visits.
  • Service and representation of the programme on various university committees, internally and externally.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum required qualifications include:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Apparel Design, Product Design, Interior Design, Communication Design, or related discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years of diverse experience related to design disciplines
  • Evidence of knowledge or expertise appropriate to specific course content
  • Demonstration of a clear understanding of related fields
  • Postsecondary teaching experience is preferred, but not mandatory

APPLICATION

Applications must include:

  • Include your resume and cover letter (include evidence of teaching/design experience and scholarly/industry accomplishments) preferably as a PDF file.
  • All applicants must include a link to their portfolio and teaching portfolio (if applicable).

CALENDAR DESCRIPTIONS

DESN 1110 | Drawing for Design
Students will develop drawing and rendering skills to communicate two
- and three-dimensional objects. They will explore drawing (sketching, rapid visualization, perspective systems, and scaling and rendering techniques) in order to develop and convey ideas for design-related projects.

DESN 1121 |

Design Connections:
Then and Now

Students will examine the ways in which the past and present are connected through designed objects, particularly how designs from the past have inspired contemporary design ideas.

They will analyze examples of design in the context of various world cultures, consider design influences throughout history, and investigate issues relating to cultural appropriation.


DESN 1130 | Design Explorations

Students will examine design-related issues, theories and practices as a basis for expanding their knowledge of the field of design.

They will participate in seminar discussions and project work to promote communication, research, team building, and critical thinking. Students will also investigate opportunities for continuing design studies and potential career options.

DESN 1160 | Design Storytelling

Students will study the concepts, theories and roles text and images play in contemporary visual information and communication across various design disciplines.

They will explore narrative techniques t

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