BRITISH HIGHER SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN MOSCOW Mar 2013

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1 BRITISH HIGHER SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN MOSCOW Mar 2013 Role title: Position: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer Graphic Design Full time Salary range: Salary details: Responsible to: Monthly salary will be paid in the Russian Ruble equivalent to the agreed GBP monthly salary rate. Russian Income Tax is currently set at 13%. Head of Programmes MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB The purpose of the role is to teach Graphic Design mainly at Undergraduate level, but also making contributions elsewhere. The post holder is expected to develop a high quality teaching and learning experience for students, ensuring that the day to day running of modules is balanced and coherent and taking a contemporary approach to the curriculum drawing on strong external networks. The post holder is expected to get involved in the activities of the School beyond the course, through project working, commercial work or research on a regular basis. RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES Key aspects are: Contributing as part of a team to Graphic Design & Illustration Bringing strong expertise in Graphic Design & Illustration practice and current thinking, as well as being responsible for a key contemporary focus within communication design Teaching the relevant creative, technical and software skills Contributions to relevant teaching in other areas of art, design and media within the School Module / year leadership Development of students professional skills, building relevant contacts including graduate internships Undertaking some work on School projects as part of the post The post carries with it responsibilities as follows: Design, development and delivery of a variety of teaching and learning experiences and assessment materials for a range of modules; making a contribution to programme development and revision; Teaching, learning and assessment as a member of a team, and related administration of aspects of the programme, including module and year leadership; Assessment of student work including internal examination processes and provision of constructive assessment feedback to students; Be responsible for the pastoral care of students and aspects of student support; Take the initiative to develop links, curriculum revisions, learning and teaching innovations, module and programme development and income generation projects; Full use of StudyNet and other e-learning materials and resources for communication and developing an effective student experience; To carry out all necessary quality assurance processes and administration for the purposes of enhancing the student experience; JD BAGDI BHSAD

2 Observe good practices in health and safety, and ethical matters and advise students accordingly; Working effectively within the team and developing productive working relationships with other staff may take project lead from time to time; Collaborate with colleagues from other programmes, Schools and Universities nationally and internationally; Full liaison with internal colleagues within the school, including professional, technical and administrative officers; liaison with colleagues at the University of Hertfordshire when required; Contribute to internal collaborations within the School, as well as building strong industry links, work experience and industry-related projects, competitions and income generating activities which develop the professional and employment potential of the course and benefit students; To support the regional, national and international profile of the subject area; Full participation in industry networks and collaborations for student benefit, research and income generating activities, building new relationships as appropriate; Continue to build a research profile and be expected to build on national / international networks accordingly with annual outcomes of a national standard; Full contribution to recruitment, interviews, marketing activities and School profile development on and off site, including some potential international travel for recruitment or partnership development purposes; Planning and managing resources as appropriate; To assist with resource planning and resource allocations as necessary, including the supervision of visiting lecturers; The postholder is expected to travel and work off site from time to time and work some evenings and weekends. The majority of these activities would be planned in advance; The postholder will uphold the professional ethos of both the School and the University of Hertfordshire and share in the corporate responsibility for the academic well-being of students within the School; to establish and maintain constructive working relationships with colleagues and to cooperate with them on the development and continuous improvement of the work of the School. SUPERVISION RECEIVED The postholder reports to the Head of Programmes but is expected to operate with a degree of autonomy in carrying out the above responsibilities and duties, with the Programme Leader supervising on a day to day basis. SUPERVISION GIVEN Some team responsibilities, including supervision of team members and visiting lecturers RELATIONSHIPS/CONTACTS Internal: External: Programme leaders, Head of Programmes Subject and industry networks and other professionals and professional networks This document outlines the duties required, for the time being, of the post entitled Lecturer to indicate the level of responsibility. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or inclusive list JD BAGDI BHSAD

3 and the Head of Programmes may vary duties, from time to time, which do not change the general character of the job or the level of responsibility entailed. Closing Date: Monday 22nd April 2013 Interviews: Interviews will be held in the UK during the week commencing Monday 6th May. Alternative interview arrangements can also be made if necessary. PERSON SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL - Undergraduate qualifications in subject or related subject - Teaching and assessment experience - Enthusiasm and commitment to working with students (at an HE level) - A good understanding of contemporary and future issues for graphic designers/illustrators. - An ability to identify and develop a broad and stimulating curriculum; able to relate to a diverse student group, for many of whom English being a second language - Be a creative practitioner and posses an ideas led methodology with an emphasis on creative and innovative problem solving with some track record of industry experience - Experience of different professional environments - Advanced IT skills and technical skills related to the subject, and the ability and knowledge to teach these. - Conversant with a broad range of traditional, digital and emerging media, techniques, processes and technologies - Knowledge and interest in the full spectrum of Art & Design disciplines - Understanding of the social, economic and cultural debates that underpin contemporary design - Multi media presentation skills for use in teaching and the design of learning DESIRABLE - Teaching qualification - Masters level qualification in Graphic Design and or Illustration or related subject - Curriculum development experience; teaching planning experience - Track record of teaching or leadership of modules or courses - Experience of working overseas - Software skills such as After Effects, FontLab, Dreamweaver, Acrobat Pro - Ability to teach some of the following, general subject related skills such as; Motion Design; Animation; Studio Photography, Letterpress, Printmaking, 3D/making, Book Binding etc. - Strong Typography and typesetting skills - Relevant professional body membership - Business knowledge including IP and Copyright and the ability to teach this - A good understanding / experience of collaborative working JD BAGDI BHSAD

4 CONTEXT The Post The BA (Hons) Graphic Design & Illustration programme at BHSAD is an award winning, ideas led, internationally facing programme with intentions of graduate s portfolios competing alongside those of graduates from the leading UK BA (Hons) Graphic Design & BA (Hons) Illustration programmes. The programme is diagnostic during the 1st year with students specialising in either graphic design or illustration from the 2nd year onwards. We enjoy close collaboration with the BA (Hons) Graphic Design & Illustration programme at the University of Hertfordshire with our 3rd year students given the option to either complete their 3rd year at UH or here in Moscow as is the case with all our degree programmes. We are currently looking to strengthen our teaching team through the appointment of a Graphic Design tutor who has the desire and vision in assisting with the evolution of the programme and school. Although all appropriate applications are welcome, we are particularly interested in hearing from applicants who have taught on leading UK Graphic Design programmes. There are presently around 100 students on the programme across the 3 years and 2 pathways. The 1st year is expected to grow from 40 to around 60 students in September 2013 due to the current large Foundation cohort. This will in turn see the creation of an additional tutor group (from two to three 1st year groups) and is one of the reasons that this post exists. This is an exciting opportunity to join and contribute to a unique, dynamic school of Art and Design based in the centre of Moscow that has become a leading institution for Art & Design education in Russia over the last 10 years. The British Higher School of Art and Design (Moscow) The British Higher School of Art & Design was established in Moscow in 2003 to fulfil the need for the provision of high quality, reputable, internationally facing Art & Design education within Russia. In it s relatively short existence, the school has established itself as one of the most important educational centres in Russia. A cornerstone to this success is our on-going partnership with the School of the Creative Arts at The University of Hertfordshire, with whom we have worked closely since the schools inception. The University of Hertfordshire validates all of our undergraduate degrees and as such we work in accordance with and to the standards required of UK Higher Education provision. The initial agreement between institutions saw the first two years of the degree programmes delivered at BHSAD in Russia, with students completing their final third year at UH in England. However, in May 2012 the programmes were re-validated to allow delivery for the full three years of the BA (Hons) Degree s in Moscow. Subsequently this now allows The British Higher School of Art and Design to offer students the unique opportunity of a full British Art & Design education and Undergraduate Degree without having to leave Russia. There are two educational routes offered at the school British undergraduate programmes and Russian Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes. Students enrolling onto the British undergraduate programmes are taught in English and typically undertake a one-year Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (incorporating English language classes) before progressing onto one of the 7 undergraduate programmes accredited by The University of Hertfordshire. Students on our degree programmes have the option of choosing to finish their 3rd year of study either in Moscow or at The University of Hertfordshire. Students enrolling onto the Russian CPD programmes are taught in Russian by local and international industry professionals. There are numerous specialist programmes offered which due to their nature normally follow a part time mode of delivery over weekends and evenings. As such the school is always active with a constant flow of activity and students JD BAGDI BHSAD

5 within the schools buildings. Note that for this post the post holder will only be involved with the British undergraduate programmes. An additional 3 schools have opened over the last 5 years Moscow Film School, School of Computer Graphics Scream School and Moscow Architectural School MARCH, who along with The British Higher School of Art & Design are members of a consortium of independent educational institutions representing first-class education within the creative industries. Combined, the 4 schools offer provision to approximately 2000 students across a wide spectrum of art, design, media, animation, film and TV, design management and critical and contextual studies. British programmes at BHSAD There are approximately 450 students currently studying across the Foundation Diploma in Art & Design and the BA (Hons) Degree programmes. There are around 15 permanent and 20 visiting lecturers contributing towards these programmes. The majority of these staff members have either originated from, or have spent time and were educated in the UK. The School has a strong philosophy of supporting student success through creativity, enterprise (social or business) and contemporary technical / digital skills. Key characteristics of the School are: Emphasis on creativity and innovation, alongside professional practice and employability for both students and staff Shared resources available to students and staff Project-rich environment with many external and internal collaborations in progress International partnerships and encouragement of international networking and perspectives Attractive fees in comparison to UK and other international HE institutions All students on British programmes have a permanent studio / base room allocated to them Contemporary learning environment with many studios featuring double height ceilings with mezzanine levels High profile collaborations and partnerships with international companies such as Hewlett Packard, Adobe and ASUS Strong links with local industry including branches of large international agencies and local cultural organisations such as The Garage Centre for Contemporary Culture Located in central Moscow within a new Arts complex in one of Moscow s Art districts Numerous galleries located within a 10 minute walk from the school Relationship with the British Council allowing for potential collaborations from visiting practitioners as has been the case to date Some of the areas that the School is currently working on include: Increasing the number of international students across the programmes through promotion and targeting UK and European prospective students International partnerships and networks Development of the professional practice and research environment across the School Employability, internships and supporting students into work Growth of the Fine Art department through local and international collaborations and partnerships Expansion and development of technical resources within printmaking and sculpture Development of large format digital printing and 3D prototyping facilities in collaboration with Roland as part of their Roland Academy global initiative Research in the School All staff are expected to be involved in research. This takes a variety of forms from the highest level academic research and professional practice at an excellent international level to work of national or regional significance. All research involves working in the public domain JD BAGDI BHSAD

6 through artefacts, publications, exhibitions or other forms. Lecturers are expected to bid for external funding for commercial or research work and can then get approval for buy out of teaching and other duties. Staff development Staff new to teaching often have to undertake the Postgraduate Certificate in Education which is a 60 credit course running over two years. Other staff development is available external to the School. Additional benefits The School provides visa support, medical insurance, flights, re-location assistance including finding accommodation, Russian language classes and subsidised gym membership. Leave 35 days per annum plus Russian public holidays. Place of work Moscow, Russia. The School is located close to the city centre, being just 1 stop from Red Square and within close proximity to several metro lines. See website for exact location. Start Date If successful you will be expected to be settled in Moscow before the start of the 2013 academic year (16th September 2013) and suggest that you arrive during the last week of August in order to find accommodation and subsequently be ready to start work at BHSAD on Monday 2nd September. If you would like to apply Please send: your CV; a pdf portfolio of your work; an overview of your teaching practice (to include examples of projects that you have written and delivered along with a pdf portfolio of work produced by students that you have taught); and a covering letter stating why you feel that you should be considered for the position to: Ekaterina Drozdova, career@britishdesign.ru JD BAGDI BHSAD