Lecturer in Art Direction

Education for Industry Group; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading institution in fashion education is seeking a Lecturer in Art Direction to inspire students at the Fashion Retail Academy. This part-time position (0.8FTE) requires strong qualifications in fashion-related fields and industry experience. You'll deliver high-quality teaching and actively shape the future of fashion education. Benefits include funded professional qualifications and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Funded professional qualifications and teacher training

Generous leave options, including a around-the-world trip after five years

Market-leading family-friendly pay

Monthly wellbeing allowance and financial support

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Fashion-related fields, particularly in photography and illustration.
• Industry experience in fashion photography or illustration, and teaching experience preferred.
• Passion for delivering a relevant and student-centered curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching that prepares students for careers in the fashion industry.
• Shape and guide the curriculum aligning with industry standards.

Skills

Fashion photography

Fashion illustration

Art direction

Education

BA/BSc (Hons) in Fashion photography, Fashion illustration, or related field

Job description

Lecturer in Art Direction

Fashion Retail Academy (part of Education for Industry Group)

Higher Education: Levels 4 - 6

Permanent

Part-Time - 0.8FTE

Electra House - London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE

About the Role

Shape the Future of Fashion Education at the FRA!FRA offers unique, accelerated 2-year degree programs that combine intensive fashion business education with hands-on industry placements and mentoring. As we expand, we're looking for a Lecturer in Art Direction to inspire and guide our students.

In this role, you'll deliver engaging, high-quality teaching that prepares students for thriving careers in the industry.

About You:

• Qualifications:BA/BSc (Hons) inFashion photography, Fashion illustration, or related field.
• Experience:Industry experience in fashion photography or fashion illustration, art direction and experience in teaching or training, preferably in higher education.
• Expertise:This role is suited to a subject specialist who is passionate about delivering a highly industry-relevant and student-centred curriculum. You will have in-depth knowledge of fashion photography, fashion illustration, art direction, and the Fashion Retail landscape.
• Passion:You will be industry-driven, student-focused, and ready to bring your energy and innovation to our curriculum!

If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.

Why The EFI?

We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Funded professional qualifications including teacher training, personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
• Generous and flexible leave options, including an around-the-world trip after five years of service
• Market-leading family-friendly pay, including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Monthly wellbeing allowance and financial loan options to support your financial health

Salary:

From £30,960 to £32,800 per annum (pro-rata £38,700 to £41,000), subject to qualifications and experience

How to apply/Next Steps:

Create an account via our website, click 'Start Application' and submit your completed application form. Please note as we are an education provider, CVs are not accepted. You can find ourEFI Application Formhere.

Closing Date:

8am on Tuesday 17 June 2025.

Interviews/Recruitment Day:

24 - 25 June - Interviews to be held in-person at Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE

More Information/Contact us:

For more information about the EFIGroup, visit ourEFIandFRAwebsites and refer to the job description.

Please [e-mail] further information.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.