Visiting Faculty – CAD (Computer-Aided Design)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position - Faculty – CAD (Computer-Aided Design)

Department - Fashion Design

Employment Type - Contractual

Job Location Vesu, Surat

Experience Required

Minimum 2 Years of Teaching Experience

Job Summary

The CAD Faculty is responsible for delivering high-quality practical instruction in computer-aided design and digital design software relevant to Fashion Design and related disciplines. The role involves training students in digital illustration, image editing, layout design, textile and fashion graphics, and 3D garment visualization.

The faculty member will prepare lesson plans, conduct software demonstrations, evaluate student assignments, and guide students in developing industry-ready digital design skills and professional portfolios. The role requires strong software proficiency, practical industry knowledge, and the ability to deliver engaging, hands-on training aligned with current industry practices.

Key Responsibilities

A. Teaching \& Learning

• Conduct practical classes, software demonstrations, and hands-on workshops in CAD and digital design applications.
• Prepare lesson plans, tutorials, assignments, practice exercises, and assessments in accordance with the prescribed curriculum.
• Teach the following software applications
• Adobe Photoshop: Image editing, digital rendering, fashion illustration enhancement, mood boards, and design presentations.
• Adobe Illustrator: Digital fashion illustration, technical flats, garment detailing, textile prints, motifs, and vector graphics.
• Adobe InDesign: Portfolio development, fashion lookbooks, layouts, and professional design presentations.
• CLO 3D (Preferred): 3D garment visualization, virtual prototyping, fabric simulation, and digital garment presentation.
• Demonstrate digital workflows for translating design concepts into professional visual outputs.
• Integrate current software features, industry standards, and professional design practices into classroom teaching.
• Encourage creativity, accuracy, independent problem-solving, and the effective use of digital design tools.

B. Student Mentoring

• Guide students in completing software-based assignments, fashion projects, and digital design exercises.
• Assist students in developing professional portfolios featuring digital illustrations, technical flats, textile designs, and 3D garment visualizations.
• Provide constructive feedback on design quality, technical accuracy, presentation, and software application.
• Identify students requiring additional support and conduct remedial or practice sessions.
• Mentor students in preparing industry-ready design documentation, portfolios, and presentations.
• Support students in developing the digital skills required for internships and professional opportunities.

C. Academic Responsibilities

• Prepare practical exercises, assignments, tests, and software-based assessments.
• Evaluate student submissions based on creativity, technical accuracy, software proficiency, and adherence to deadlines.
• Maintain student attendance, assessment records, progress reports, and academic documentation.
• Ensure timely completion of the assigned syllabus and submission of grades.
• Participate in curriculum planning, review, and updates in line with industry requirements.
• Coordinate with Fashion Design faculty to integrate CAD exercises with ongoing design projects and theoretical subjects.
• Conduct additional practical sessions, wherever required, to achieve the desired learning outcomes.

D. Industry Engagement

• Stay updated on current digital design tools, fashion CAD developments, and industry practices.
• Incorporate real-world fashion design assignments and digital workflows into classroom sessions.
• Introduce students to professional standards for digital illustrations, technical flats, textile prints, and portfolio presentations.
• Support the organization of software workshops, expert sessions, and industry interactions.
• Assist in facilitating industry-oriented projects that require digital design and visualization skills.
• Encourage students to explore emerging technologies, including 3D garment visualization and virtual prototyping.

E. Administrative Responsibilities

• Participate in faculty meetings, academic reviews, and departmental planning.
• Assist in student assessments, admission interviews, and software skill evaluations, wherever required.
• Maintain and update training materials, software demonstrations, lesson plans, and academic records.
• Ensure the proper utilization of computer labs, software licenses, and other technical resources.
• Coordinate with the academic team to ensure the availability of required software and learning resources.
• Support academic audits, quality assurance activities, exhibitions, and institutional events.
• Ensure adherence to institutional policies, academic schedules, and reporting requirements.

F. Research \& Professional Development

• Continuously upgrade software proficiency and knowledge of emerging digital design tools.
• Participate in faculty development programmes, software training, workshops, and industry events.
• Explore innovative teaching methodologies for software-based learning.
• Develop updated tutorials, practice files, project templates, and digital learning resources.
• Contribute to curriculum enhancement and the integration of industry-relevant technologies into academic programmes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, Graphic Design, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Relevant teaching and/or professional experience in CAD, digital fashion design, or design software.
• Strong practical knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• A portfolio demonstrating proficiency in digital fashion illustration, technical drawings, textile graphics, or related design work.
• Ability to teach software concepts through structured demonstrations and h