Specialist Technician (Learning and Teaching) Styling

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The opportunity

We are seeking a skilled individual to join our Technical Styling team. The role involves providing expert guidance and support to students and staff in styling and production practices, contributing to academic activities within the College. Key responsibilities include offering training and instruction in advanced styling techniques, such as still life, editorial, and commercial styling, as well as art direction for fashion photoshoots. Additionally, the role involves giving critical feedback on student projects, contributing to their creative development, and participating in formative assessments to ensure alignment with course objectives.

If you have any queries about this role, please contact the recruiting manager E Zhang at e.y.zhang@arts.ac.uk

If you have any queries about the application process or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact the Resourcing Team at vacancies@fashion.arts.ac.uk

About you

Bachelor’s degree in fashion design, visual merchandising, or related field, or equivalent industry experience.

Expertise in sourcing clothes, props, models, and collaborating with model agencies.

Strong knowledge of fashion trends, color schemes, and design principles.

Proficiency in styling tools and software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).

Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and aesthetics.

Effective communication and collaboration skills; ability to work independently and in teams.

Familiarity with production processes and relevant Health and Safety legislation.

Desirable experience in still life, editorial, and commercial styling.

Experience in planning and organizing fashion photoshoots, including concept development and art direction. Teaching experience is desirable.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

Our culture

We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That’s why we are proud to be members of the Race Equality Charter (REC) and Business Disability Forum, are a Disability Confident Scheme Committed and Living Wage employer and maintain our status as a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

We understand the benefits of using AI in work. But, if you are thinking of using it to submit an application, we ask you to think about what value it adds. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

If we receive a high volume of applications, the closing day date might close early. We aim to communicate any changes to the closing date with at least 24 hours’ notice. If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page.

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