Resume

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Julian G. Crooks

julian.crooks@gmail.com |267.481.2978| www.juliancrooks.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliancrooks/

Professional Summary:
Creative educator and program director with extensive expertise in instructional design and curriculum development. Proven ability in fostering student engagement and designing innovative learning experiences across online, hybrid, and in-person formats. Committed to leveraging technology in design education with a focus on fashion history and theory.

Education:

Ed.D. in Leadership and Innovation in Higher Education
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
MA in Art Education – Educational Media Concentration
University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA
BFA in Apparel Design
Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, RI

Professional Experience:

Director of Fashion Programs
Harcum College, Bryn Mawr, PA
January 2020 – Present

Overhauled program curricula aligning with industry trends and student needs.
Developed and updated course content, focusing on diverse learning styles.
Implemented experiential learning projects in collaboration with industry professionals.
Chaired Curriculum Committee, streamlining review processes and curriculum development.

Assistant Program Director / Professor
Harcum College, Bryn Mawr, PA
January 2017 – Present

Led faculty teams, emphasizing quality teaching and adherence to best practices.
Specialized in courses on fashion, retail management, and design technologies.

Professor

Harcum College, Bryn Mawr, PA

June 2022 — Present

Associate Professor

Harcum College, Bryn Mawr, PA

March 2012 — June 2022

Design Program Development Coordinator

Harcum College, Bryn Mawr, PA

August 2013 — January 2017

Graduate Assistant

University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA

September 2009 — May 2011

Adjunct Instructor

Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, RI

May 1996 — May 2002

Key Skills:

Instructional Design
Curriculum Development
Online and Hybrid Teaching
Experiential Learning
Student Engagement and Retention
Adobe Captivate
Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, CLO3D, Browzwear

Honors and Professional Affiliations:

Philip Klein Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching, 2020
Board Member, Fashion Group International
Textile Conservator, Radnor Historical Society

Research and Publications:

Doctoral Research on Virtual Reality in Fashion Education
Presenter at many conferences, seminars and workshops on technology in design education