Major Duties: |
(a) |
To prepare proposals and implement related design events, exhibitions and activities demonstrating experimental business solutions, focusing on retail technology and digitalisation, data base driven business and updated branding strategies in the area of fashion or design related activities; |
(b) |
To prepare funding proposals for applied design-research / industry collaborative projects and student-focused activities; |
(c) |
To support marketing and event management for the Centres and coordinate Centres projects and activities, including but not limited to research studies, publications, seminars, workshops and exhibitions; |
(d) |
To provide academic support to programme development, learning support to student projects, and to perform teaching duties; |
(e) |
To perform teaching duties including supervision of students’ projects and fieldwork placement and carry out duties in relation to student and academic administration; |
(f) |
To develop programme curriculum and teaching, learning and assessment materials including feasibility study and syllabus writing; |
(g) |
To participate in networking with industry / industrial attachments, departmental projects and functions, including but not limited to consultancy services, research studies, seminars, exhibitions and graduation show; and |
(h) |
To work closely with other HKDI Knowledge Centres on special projects. |
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Requirements: |
(a) |
A relevant recognised degree in Fashion Design / Image Design / Fashion Media Design, or equivalent professional qualification, preferably with a post-graduate qualification; |
(b) |
Preferably with relevant experience in Fashion Design / Image Design / Fashion Media Design and/or research experience; |
(c) |
Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and After Effects; |
(d) |
Ability to work independently and also as a team member with good communication and interpersonal skills; |
(e) |
Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese, preferably including proficiency in Putonghua; and |
(f) |
Records of linkages with the design industry or professional design bodies would be an advantage. |
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Notes: |
(1) |
The post is at the rank of “Teaching Associate”. |
(2) |
Applicants with substantial experience and achievements in the relevant field but without the required academic / professional qualifications OR those with exceptional academic / professional qualifications but with less experience may also apply. |
(3) |
Shortlisted candidate will be required to take a written assessment. |
(4) |
Appointees may be required to work irregular hours / outside normal office hours and/or at different work locations on a need basis. |