Istituto Marangoni Riyadh is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Teacher in Fashion Photography with advanced skills in digital imaging, visual storytelling, and the use of AI-driven tools for image-making. The ideal candidate is a practicing professional with a strong aesthetic vision and cultural awareness, capable of guiding students through both traditional and innovative photographic processes, from concept development to post-production, within a fashion and luxury industry context.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver studio-based and digital lessons in Fashion Photography with a project-oriented and industry-relevant approach.

• Teach technical and creative aspects of digital photography, lighting, composition, and post-production, including the use of Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Capture One.

• Guide students in the conceptual development of fashion narratives, visual storytelling, and the creation of editorial and campaign imagery.

• Introduce and integrate AI-based tools (e.g. Midjourney, DALL·E, Runway ML, Adobe Firefly, Krea.ai) into photographic workflows for research, ideation, and production.

• Support students in developing hybrid visual projects across still photography, video, and CGI environments.

• Encourage critical thinking on the ethics and aesthetics of AI in fashion imagery.

• Supervise student progress, providing constructive feedback, and promoting individual creative identities.

• Collaborate with other faculty to design interdisciplinary projects bridging photography with fashion styling, art direction, and digital design.

Academic & Professional Requirements:

• Minimum two years of teaching experience in higher education (preferably in fashion, photography, or media arts)

• Proven professional experience in fashion photography, editorial or commercial photography, and/or photographic art direction.
  Strong skills in digital post-production and color grading (Photoshop, Lightroom, Capture One).

• Proficiency in generative AI tools and digital imaging software used in contemporary image-making.

• Up-to-date professional portfolio demonstrating creative, technical, and conceptual expertise.

Soft Skills & Competencies:

• Passion for teaching and mentoring emerging creatives.

• Capacity to integrate historical, theoretical, and ethical discourse around photography and image technologies.

• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.

• Flexible, collaborative, and innovation-driven mindset.

• Deep understanding of visual culture, fashion media, and digital aesthetics.