Professor of Practice

About Anant National University

Anant National University, India’s first DesignX university, is dedicated to training students to devise solutions for global problems through creative thinking.

Our DesignX way is unique in helping young designers develop a better understanding of the context we live in through community immersion, innovation and collaboration. The core of our pedagogy is sustainable design multiplied by a host of knowledge disciplines and technology to make problem solving impactful. Our multidisciplinary undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in design, architecture, climate action and visual arts harness the knowledge from various disciplines and traditional practices to integrate it with cutting edge technology to address diverse challenges.

Job Type

Fulltime

Reporting to

Programme head, Bachelors of Visual Arts

Centre for Visual Arts

Visual Arts education asserts the value of a form of human experience that is essentially independent of ordinary cognition and action. It is a medium to understand and interpret the cultural world that we live in. It teaches us to construct non-singular art objects that are contextual, experiential and expressive to understand art, beauty and sublimity of nature. To fulfill the need for Visual arts education, the Centre for Visual Arts has established a four-year Bachelor of Visual Arts to impart the understanding of seeing and interpreting to the students through an engaging programme.

Bachelor of Visual Arts, a four-year undergraduate programme trains students in creative practice and critical thinking through an interdisciplinary art curriculum. It emphasises fundamental principles of visual arts, material exploration and development of artistic and thematic contextualisation. Drawing knowledge from various traditional arts, crafts and contemporary practices, students explore the transformative potential of visual arts.

Required Education Qualification

Practicing Visual artist with wide experience in contemporary art for 15 + years.

Years of Experience

15+ years

Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs)

Teaching

• Curriculum Development: Develop and update syllabi, course materials and instructional resources for the courses.
• Instruction Delivery: Deliver engaging and interactive lectures/studio, discussions and workshops.
• Practical Demonstrations: Provide individualised guidance and constructive feedback to students during project development.
• Mentoring and Feedback: Provide individualised guidance and constructive feedback to students during project development.
• Curriculum Assessment: Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, portfolio reviews, presentations and displays. Ensure fair and consistent grading.
• Field Engagement: Build collaborations with the art fraternity, professionals and organisations.
• Conduct Lectures and Seminars: Regularly conduct engaging workshops and seminars on art history, introducing students to key movements, styles and artists across different periods and cultures.
• Socio-Cultural Context: Incorporate socio-cultural perspectives into the curriculum, helping students understand the cultural, historical and societal influences on art, architecture and design.

Research and Consultancy

• Solo and group Exhibitions and participation in public art events.
• Publish articles and hold exhibitions with reputed publishers/ galleries.
• Undertake sponsored research/art projects and consultancy from funding agencies and industry

Academic Administration

• Contribute to developing academic policies of the University
• Coach, advise and mentor teaching assistants and colleagues
• Active participation in faculty and departmental meetings
• Support the Office of Admissions in selecting quality students for Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Fellowship programmes
• Collaborate with expert speakers and organise guest seminars and faculty events
• Assist in various departmental duties and support the Dean/Director of the School in their day-to-day academic activities and functions
• Invigilate examinations/assessments/juries

Key Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in drawing, sketching, painting and various mediums
• Proficiency in digital art tools and technologies is desirable
• Strong knowledge of art history, with the ability to teach diverse artistic movements and cultural contexts
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts effectively to students
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic academic environment and contribute to curriculum development initiatives