GTA | DES 402/403: Design Studio VI/Sr Project
Overview of duties
We require a strong design thinker with Landscape Architecture focus and a proven ability to work iteratively and imaginatively. The primary tasks of the GTA will be one-on-one desk crits with students, review work in pin-ups and discussions, give tutorials on drawing and model-building methods, field questions from students via email and other modes of communication, and organize logistics. Class attendance is required, so ensure you can be in studio all-day Mondays and Thursday afternoons, before applying.
Qualifications
SALA students heading into final year of MLA or MARCLA with prior studio TA experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with instructor and students (both verbal and written)
• Patience and precision in explaining course material and technical tools to facilitate student learning
• Mastery of foundational design principles, critical thinking, and creative problem solving
• Ability to relay information in a concise and organized manner
• Effective and logical planner that displays good team building skills
• Strong digital and analog drawing and modeling skills
• Possesses knowledge of Vancouver from previous studies
• Demonstrates ability to think across scales in portfolio sample.
Application deadline
How to apply
Complete the online application form and upload a cover letter, CV, and a 8-10 page portfolio sample.
Course Schedule Mon 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. + Mon 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. + Th 2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Please note, total hours divided equally across 16 week term. 4% vacation will be added to total hours.