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Jen John

(She/her)

Lecturer

Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

  • Lecturer
    Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

BIOGRAPHY

As a passionate educator and experienced designer, Jen brings a wealth of industry experience from the apparel and fashion sectors to the University of Chester. She has a background that includes hands-on work in trend analysis, apparel design, brand awareness and the creative use of textiles such as wovens, jersey, and yarns.

 

Her academic journey, with a Bachelor's in Fashion Design and Technology and an MRes focused on 3D design in pre-production, has fuelled a commitment to blending traditional design principles with cutting-edge technology. Jen is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of designers by sharing real-world experiences and fostering a creative, research-driven learning environment. Her research focuses on innovative processes aiming towards a zero-waste output for the sustainable future of fashion.

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER APPOINTMENTS

  • Course Leader BA Fashion Design
    University of Chester, Chester, United Kingdom31 Oct 2025
  • Lecturer Fashion Design
    University of Chester, Chester, United KingdomFeb 2022
  • Lecturer Graphic Design
    University of Chester, Chester, United Kingdom1 Jan 2025
  • Visting lecturer and demonstrator
    University of Chester, Chester, United KingdomSep 2017 - Feb 2022

ACADEMIC POSITIONS

  • Technical Demonstrator in Computer Aided Design
    University of Salford, Salford, United KingdomOct 2021 - May 2023

NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS

  • Freelance Fashion Design Technical Consultant
    Freelance, United Kingdom2016

DEGREES

  • Masters through Research
    University of Chester, Chester, United KingdomSep 2019 - Sep 2021
  • BA Hons Fashion Design & Technology
    Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, United KingdomSep 2002 - Jul 2006

SCHOOL

  • School for the Creative Industries

RESEARCH & INNOVATION ROLES

  • Contribution to Knowledge and Understanding Coordinator