Job Description

As a faculty member specializing in Communication Design, you will play a pivotal role in shaping future design leaders. Your primary responsibilities will include planning, teaching, mentoring, and engaging in academic and creative activities that align with international curriculum standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching & Mentoring:

Deliver comprehensive coursework across diverse communication design disciplines, including graphic design, UI/UX, motion graphics, branding, storytelling, and emerging technologies in design.

Guide students through conceptual and technical challenges, fostering innovative thinking and creativity.

Mentor students on academic performance, personal growth, and career aspirations.

Curriculum Development:

Design and refine course content to incorporate current trends and practices in communication design, including cross-disciplinary insights.

Integrate technology, research, and industry relevance into teaching methodologies.

Student Evaluation:

Assess student progress through assignments, projects, critiques, and exams, providing constructive feedback to nurture growth.

Industry Engagement & Collaboration:

Stay updated on global industry trends, tools, and technologies, ensuring students receive a contemporary design education.

Coordinate guest lectures, workshops, and collaborative projects with industry experts to give students practical exposure.

Departmental Contributions:

Actively participate in faculty meetings, curriculum planning, and institutional events.

Contribute to research and creative initiatives that elevate the academic and professional standing of the department.

Professional Development:

Engage in professional growth activities, including conferences, seminars, and collaborative industry projects.

Qualifications:

Education:

PhD. or Master's Degree in Communication Design, Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum of (10 for PhD, 15 for Master's, or 20 for Bachelor's) years of combined industry and academic experience. Years of experience can be relaxed for an exceptionally talented candidate.

Demonstrated success in teaching and mentoring at the university or college level.

Portfolio:

A robust portfolio showcasing expertise in various areas such as advertising, graphic design, UI/UX, branding, motion graphics, or interdisciplinary design projects of your own and a portfolio of students' selected work.

Skills & Expertise:

Proficiency in all aspects of design and excellence in one of the specialisations such as illustration, typography, brand identity and visualisation. Creative writing skills will be seen as a plus.

Proficiency in design tools and software relevant to graphic design, UI/UX, and motion/3D design. Proficiency in software like Maya will be seen as a plus.

Strong skills in curriculum design and development.

Exceptional mentorship and coaching abilities.

Effective communication, public speaking, and storytelling skills.

Creative and critical thinking with an ability to inspire innovation.

Project management skills and experience in collaborative academic or industry projects.

Join DESIGNVERSITY to inspire and empower the next generation of creative minds in Communication Design!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹100,000.00 - ₹125,000.00 per month

Schedule:

Day shift
Supplemental Pay:

Commission pay
Language:

English (Required)
Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 01/09/2025