We have the following openings to join our team:
Judging Panel for Designer Selection and Invitation Request- ($50 Honorarium per judging panel; panelist are considered contractors) The designer selection will be judged by an expert independent panel, carefully selected and vetted to ensure no conflicts of interests. Judges are required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for the purpose of judging. Our panel of judges will carefully review each submission against the provided judging criteria. Scores are collated, then combined. The results will be challenged and discussed with (DE-FI) leadership to ensure full transparency.
Sewing Team-(Members of the Sewing Team can make their own pay rate and are considered to be contractors) We are seeking experienced sewists and tailors to support our designers work. This is a contract position, pay will vary; benefits are not included. Requirements: Must have experience in using a sewing machine (industrial sewing machine experience is a plus), patterns, garment construction, fabrics and sewing terminology. Required experience: 2 + years of sewing.
Sewing Instructors-(Sewing Instructors can make their own pay rate and are considered contractorsWe are seeking experienced Sewing Instructors for teaching opportunities with the Dayton Fashion Week Designer Incubator and The Cincinnati Fashion Incubator. This is a contract position, pay will vary based on class(es) that are taught and number of students taught; benefits are not included. Requirements: Must have experience in using a sewing machine (industrial sewing machine experience is a plus), patterns, garment construction, fabrics and sewing terminology. Required education: High school or equivalent. Required experience: 2 + years of sewing, Experience in teaching in a classroom setting with diverse students, is a plus.
Event Coordinator-The Event Coordinator position can expect compensation of $50-250 per ticketed event with commission based opportunities. The Event Coordinator is considered a contractor and responsible for ensuring that all participants of (DE-FI) produced events know their roles, volunteer positions are filled, and ensuring that the vision of the event is met. Applicants can expect to support up to 8 events per year.