Lecturer Fashion Design

Istituto Marangoni; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious fashion education institution in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced freelance Lecturers in Fashion Design. The role involves delivering high-quality teaching, supporting students in their creative development, and maintaining curriculum relevance through industry engagement. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree, 5–10 years of experience, and a passion for teaching. Strong knowledge of fashion practices and excellent communication skills are essential. This is an opportunity to contribute to the educational growth of aspiring designers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related creative discipline.
• Teaching qualification or postgraduate education is advantageous.
• 5–10 years of relevant industry or academic experience.
• Expertise in research, illustration, and garment construction.
• Strong subject knowledge of contemporary fashion practice.

Responsibilities

• Delivering interactive lectures and workshops.
• Guiding students through research-led fashion design development.
• Maintaining engagement with contemporary industry practices.
• Providing feedback aligned with academic standards.
• Contributing to a collaborative academic environment.

Skills

Fashion Design

Communication

Creativity

Critical Thinking

Industry Relevance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design

Master’s degree preferred

Teaching qualification

Tools

CLO3D

Digital Fashion Platforms

AI-assisted creative tools

Job description

Istituto Marangoni Dubai is seeking experienced and innovative freelance Lecturers, and Creative Practitioners to contribute to its Fashion Design programmes.

The role is suited to industry professionals and educators who bring strong creative expertise, contemporary fashion knowledge, and a passion for teaching within a higher education environment.

Successful candidates will support students’ creative development through research-led design practice, integrating conceptual thinking, technical execution, and industry-relevant methodologies.

Key Purpose of the Job

The primary purpose of this role is to deliver high-quality teaching and academic support across Fashion Design disciplines, fostering creativity, experimentation, and professional readiness among students.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering interactive lectures, workshops, tutorials, and design critiques.

• Guiding students through research-led fashion design development (2D and 3D), from concept creation to final execution.

• Supporting learning across one or more specialist areas, including:

  • Fashion Design

  • Fashion Illustration

  • Pattern Cutting

  • CLO3D and Digital Fashion Tools

  • Materials and Textiles

  • Fashion Accessories

• Encouraging critical thinking, innovation, and cultural awareness within design practice.

• Providing constructive feedback aligned with academic standards and programme learning outcomes.

• Maintaining engagement with contemporary industry practices to ensure curriculum relevance.

• Contributing to a collaborative academic environment in line with institutional values and departmental needs.

Educational and Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related creative discipline (Master’s degree preferred).

• Teaching qualification or postgraduate education is advantageous but not essential.

• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant industry and/or academic experience.

• Proven professional background in fashion design, concept development, or multidisciplinary creative practice.

• Demonstrated expertise in research, illustration, pattern cutting, garment construction, and making.

• Experience using digital fashion platforms and AI-assisted creative tools, including CLO3D.

• University-level teaching experience is desirable; however, strong industry professionals with mentoring or training experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Strong subject knowledge and understanding of contemporary fashion practice.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Ability to engage and inspire students in a higher education environment.

• Fluent English proficiency (minimum B2 level).

• Updated professional portfolio demonstrating conceptual strength, technical skill, and design excellence.

• Active professional practice within the fashion or creative industries.