Adjunct Faculty - Fashion Styling

Job Description:

Lasell University's School of Fashion is looking for a new adjunct to teach our Fashion Styling course to undergraduate students. 

Fashion Styling is an immersive course designed to equip fashion content creators, stylists, and event planners with a deep understanding of the conventions and visual traditions in fashion styling. Students explore lighting techniques, visual identity, makeup application, brand influences, and hands-on styling through regular photo shoots. The course also offers a lens into styling for various events and venues. Industry applicants are strongly recommended to apply. 

The adjunct instructor will be responsible for:

• Teaching and facilitating all aspects of the Fashion Styling course.

• Delivering engaging lectures and demonstrations on lighting, mood creation, and styling techniques.

• Guiding students through the history and evolution of fashion stylists.

• Connecting marketing principles to visual styling decisions.

• Organizing and supervising regular styling events, ensuring students gain practical experience.

• Evaluating student work and providing constructive feedback.

• Collaborating with department faculty to align course outcomes with program goals.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree, MFA or MBA in Fashion, Visual Arts, or related field 

• Professional experience in fashion styling or fashion marketing

• Demonstrated knowledge of lighting principles and fashion photography conventions as well as the use of styling for events

• Experience with photo shoot planning and execution

• Prior teaching or mentoring experience at the college level preferred

• Strong communication and organizational skills

 Application Instructions

Please submit the following:

• Resume/CV

• Cover letter

• Contact information for two professional references