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PhD Education
Southern Cross University, Australia
MPhil Art Education
KNUST, Ghana
BA Graphic Design
UEW, Ghana
I’m Yaw Ofosu-Asare, PhD, an academic at Southern Cross University, Australia, and a communication design studio lead at RMIT. I also serve as a teaching associate at the University of Melbourne. My research focuses on decolonising design education, African indigenous practices, and critical theory.
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/ EXPERIENCE
Overview
- RMIT University, Melbourne Australia
- I lead the Communication Design Studio 1 at RMIT, specialising in innovative teaching and research to enhance educational outcomes in design. My role involves directing studio projects that integrate both theoretical and practical aspects, fostering a dynamic learning environment for creative exploration and critical thinking. My leadership ensures that our curriculum and research initiatives are aligned with industry standards, preparing students for professional success in the competitive design field.
- University of Melbourne, Australia
- Conducting high-quality tutorials in various modes (online, on campus, or blended), following provided guidelines and relevant LMS content. Consulting with students on readings, weekly topics, assessments, and skills development, both during and outside of tutorials as directed. Marking assessments, providing timely feedback, and recording results accurately. Reporting academic integrity matters and escalating student issues to the Subject Coordinator. Maintaining accurate attendance records and participating in required meetings.
- Southern Cross University, Australia
- As an Associate Lecturer at Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Education and the Sustainability, Environment, and the Arts in Education (SEAE) Research Centre Research Centre, my responsibilities extend to teaching and developing curriculum on sustainability, environment, and the arts. I mentor students and contribute to educational research, particularly within grant projects that advance the centre’s objectives. Additionally, I support the centre in marketing and branding efforts, enhancing its profile and outreach activities, and enriching my professional practice in sustainability education.
- ABC Building Product, Australia
- In my tenure as Brand and Marketing Manager at ABC Building Products, I’ve excelled in crafting and executing strategic marketing initiatives, sharpening project management skills pertinent to academic leadership. My experience with web and graphic design has equipped me to create compelling academic content, while my adeptness with marketing analytics mirrors the analytical rigor of academic research. I’ve developed stakeholder management capabilities through customer service, vital for academic collaborations and interdisciplinary research. Enhancing online sales tactics, notably reducing cart abandonment and streamlining email workflows, reflects my potential to innovate in student engagement and program development. These competencies position me well for academia, where leadership, collaboration, and analytical acumen are key to driving educational advancements.