Jacqueline McDonagh
Sunderland,UK
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in project management and creative leadership, demonstrating strong skills in Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator. Proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with a focus on stakeholder-facing professionalism and ethical integrity. Experienced in coaching and mentoring, departmental planning, and providing student support. Committed to leveraging subject expertise to drive innovative solutions and achieve organisational goals.
Focused Lecturer accustomed to collaborate with department faculty to support academic programme success. Drives student engagement and comprehension to meet established learning outcomes. Clear and concise communicator with expertise in moderating group discussions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Art & Design lecturer
Sunderland College
09.2019 - 03.2026
- -Deliver Art & Design teaching across Further Education courses, supporting learners with a range of abilities and needs.
- -Plan and deliver creative curriculum combining traditional art practices with digital design.
- -Design and carry out formative and summative assessments in line with awarding body criteria.
- -Provide clear written and verbal feedback to support student development and achievement.
- -Participate in moderation and standardisation to ensure consistent and accurate assessment decisions.
- -Maintain audit-ready assessment documentation and contribute to quality assurance, including internal and external verification.
- -Support colleagues in applying assessment criteria and maintaining consistent grading standards.
- -Promote safeguarding, equality and inclusive teaching practices within the FE environment.
- Integrated diversity into program content which resulted in an inclusive learning environment.
- Developed programme objectives with cross-functional team collaboration.
- Conducted comprehensive curriculum reviews for constant improvement in educational standards.
- Streamlined programme curriculum by incorporating innovative teaching methodologies.
- Maintained updated knowledge of subject matter through continuous professional development.
- Prioritised student welfare whilst adhering to institutional policies and regulations.
- Managed daily logistics and operations to facilitate smooth-running projects.
- Built partner relationships to enable growth towards programme development targets.
- Supported senior teams in developing realistic, achievable project timescales.
- Improved employability skills amongst students by planning diverse work placements.
- Fostered an atmosphere conducive to learning during each placement, encouraging self-development.
- Increased student confidence for future employment through the provision of valuable work experience opportunities.
- Streamlined administrative processes related to work experience programme for enhanced efficiency.
- Developed meaningful relationships with local businesses by coordinating student placements.
- Improved community relations through regular liaison with local employers.
Co Founder and Designer
Marlee & Fee
09.2011 - 03.2022
- -Planned, create and implemented Women’s, kids and unisex clothing line.
- -Manages all business operations.
- -Sourced international manufacturers.
- -Develop fitting, reviewed samples and provided garment construction. Specialised in printing.
- -Designed Marlee & Fee website, managed sales, stock and outgoings.
- Liaised with suppliers, ensuring quality materials for designs.
- Assisted in creating seasonal mood boards for collection inspiration.
- Ensured timely delivery of projects by effectively managing workload.
- Developed unique textile patterns for enhanced product appeal.
- Implemented sustainable practices in the design process, promoting environmental awareness.
- Set project timescales to deliver finished products withing client deadlines.
- Presented textile designs to clients and internal teams, noting feedback to achieve desired changes.
- Attended trade fairs to source new materials and learn about industry trends.
Education
PGCE Secondary Education -
Sunderland University
Sunderland 09.2016 - 07.2017
BA(Hons) - Fashion Product and Promotion
Sunderland University
Sunderland 09.2009 - 06.2011
FDA - Textiles for Fashion
London College of Fashion
London 09.2006 - 06.2008
Skills
- Microsoft Office / Teams
- Adobe Photoshop /Illustrator
- Oral and written communication
- Coaching & mentoring capability
- Stakeholder-facing professionalism
- Subject expertise
- Departmental planning
- Student support
- Ethical integrity
- Project Management
- Creative leadership
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Art & Design lecturer
Sunderland College
09.2019 - 03.2026
PGCE Secondary Education -
Sunderland University
09.2016 - 07.2017
Co Founder and Designer
Marlee & Fee
09.2011 - 03.2022
BA(Hons) - Fashion Product and Promotion
Sunderland University
09.2009 - 06.2011
FDA - Textiles for Fashion
London College of Fashion
09.2006 - 06.2008