AT A GLANCE
Kumar KJ
Area of Practice:
Textile Technology
OVERVIEW
Kumar is a Textile Technologist with over 2 decades of experience in the Industry. His range of expertise extends from research to manufacturing high-end furnishings in the woven design. Kumar has taught textile courses at the NID, Ahmedabad, and has corporate exposure with Himatsingka Seide & Peter England Brand. His work is strongly industry-focused and at Srishti he teaches fibre and fabric development courses. His other interests include wearable technology. Currently, he leads the Foundation program, playing a key role in academic planning, content development, and enhancing the overall student experience.
EDUCATION
- Diploma in Textile Technology
- Bachelors in Education Psychology
- ‘Train the Trainer’: Post Graduate certification in Behavioural Sciences Training from GAMMA (Global Academy of Meta Mind Management)
- MSc Psychology – Pursuing
WORK EXPERIENCE
Over 15 years of experience in the Industry. As a textile technologist, his range of expertise extends from research to manufacturing high-end furnishings in woven design.
Srishti Manipal Institute (Full Time)
Faculty Member
Since 2011
Madhura garments Assistant
Merchandiser
2007 to 2008
NID Ahmedabad
Design Associate
2005 to 2007
Bharath Tissus Designer (Full Time)
Designer – Wovens –
1999 to 2004
Sstella Silks Ltd
Weaving – Shop Floor – ASST MANAGER
1994 to 1999
Himatsingka Seide LTD
Design Assistant
1990 to 1993
INTEREST AREAS
- Textile Design – Wovens
- Wearable Technology
- Education and Student Experience
CURRENT PRACTICE AT SRISHTI
- Foundation Studies program
- Woven textiles
- Textile Fibre & Paper
TEACHING PORTFOLIO
- Textile design – Woven
- Fibre Studies
- Craft practices
- Contextual Studies & Workshops
CREATIVE PRACTICE & OUTREACH
Textile Design, Education