Job Description
Assistant Professor: Fashion Communication, Journalism & Media Studies

Position Summary
The Assistant Professor shall be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in communication skills, fashion journalism, media communication, and qualified writing. The faculty member will develop students' abilities in written, verbal, visual, and digital communication, enabling them to effectively communicate fashion concepts across print, digital, and multimedia platforms. The role also includes research, curriculum development, student mentoring, and academic administration in alignment with institutional and industry standards.
Courses to be Taught
Under the module Fashion Communication, Journalism & Media Studies , the faculty shall teach:
Communication Skills
Introduction to Media Communication
Fashion Journalism
Fashion Journalism and Writing
Qualifications
Master's Fashion Communication, Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, English, Communication Studies, or a closely related discipline with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) from a recognized university.
NET/SLET/SET qualification or Ph.D. as per current UGC regulations (where applicable).
Industry or academic experience in textiles, surface design, merchandising, or fashion heritage is desirable.
Experience in digital publishing, content creation or media production will be an added advantage.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver theory and practical courses in Fashion Communication,



Journalism & Media Studies.
Develop students' proficiency in written, oral, interpersonal, and professional communication.
Teach principles of media communication, journalism ethics, editorial practices, and content creation.
Guide students in fashion reporting, feature writing, interviews, reviews, press releases, blogs, and digital storytelling.
Integrate emerging digital communication tools, AI-assisted writing technologies, and multimedia platforms into classroom teaching.
Conduct research in fashion communication, journalism, media studies, digital communication, and consumer engagement.
Publish scholarly articles in peer-reviewed journals and present papers at national and international conferences.
Organize workshops, guest lectures, media interactions, writing clinics, and communication seminars.
Coordinate student publications, communication events, media clubs, literary activities, and academic outreach initiatives.
Engage in consultancy, collaborative projects, and industry-academia partnerships.
Design and evaluate theory examinations, studio assignments, design projects, portfolios, and presentations.
Conduct continuous internal assessments in accordance with institutional policies.
Maintain accurate academic records and provide constructive feedback to students.
Skills Required
Communication
Fashion Journalism
Media Communication
Digital Skills

📌 Faculty - Fashion Communication, Journalism & Media Studies (Kanpur)
🏢 AAFT
📍 Kanpur