Neelam Karanawal
Fashion Designer / Senior Lecturer
A passionate and committed fashion lecturer with over 7 years of experience in leading academic institutions, teaching diverse student communities across India and Nepal. Skilled in a wide range of fashion disciplines including pattern-making, garment construction, draping, fashion illustration, and digital design tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Dedicated to staying ahead of evolving industry trends and deeply invested in nurturing creativity, innovation, and individuality in fashion education. Known for promoting a modern, inclusive, and hands-on learning environment that prepares students to thrive in the dynamic world of fashion.
Professional Skills
- Pattern Making & Garment Construction
- Draping & Advanced Draping
- Fashion Illustration & Model Drawing
- Accessories Designing
- Surface Ornamentation
- Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
- Creative Pattern Development
Professional Experience
Senior Lecturer
IEC College of Arts & Fashion, Kathmandu, Nepal
Affiliated to Limkokwing University, Malaysia
2022 – PresentConduct lectures in major fashion subjects for undergraduate and diploma students
Guide students in developing creative patterns and graduation show collections
Review and update curriculum in alignment with university guidelines
Lecturer
Shri Ram Group of Colleges, Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India
2021 – 2022Delivered key fashion theory and practical classes
Supported student projects for final year showcases
Encouraged innovation in surface ornamentation and design technologies
Lecturer
International Fashion Academy, Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
2018 – 2021Provided academic support across Bachelor and Diploma programs
Specialized in accessories design, creative patterns, and draping
Mentored students for competitions and exhibitions
Senior Lecturer
IEC College of Arts & Fashion, Kathmandu, Nepal
2017 – 2018Taught Master’s and Bachelor’s students in core design subjects
Supervised final year portfolios and fashion show collections
Education
MBA
Chandigarh University
Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Designing (BFAD)
Vidya Institute of Fashion Technology, Meerut
Affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow
2013 – 2017
Internships
Textile – Government Weavers Service Center, Meerut (45 Days)
Visual Merchandising – Madame, Jain Amar Clothing Pvt. Ltd., Delhi (60 Days)
Merchandising – V & S International Pvt. Ltd., Gurgaon (45 Days)