Usman Khalil
Lahore
Summary
Creative ceramics designer and educationist skilled at learning new concepts quickly, working well under pressure, and communicating ideas clearly and effectively. Actor and Director, having practiced in the theatre. Demonstrated managerial and artistic skills in Event Management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Lecturer in the Department of Ceramic & Glass Design
Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design
04.2016 - Current
- Focal person for accessibility audit of HEC 2025
- Member of technical evaluation committee for procurement of machinery & Equipment for ceramic & glass design department of PIFD (2025-2026)
- Additional Charge Course Coordinator: ceramic & glass design.
- Co-opted member of the Academic Council.
- Convener Examination Committee.
- Thesis supervisor for ceramic & glass design department Session 2011-15,2013-17,2015-19,2016-20,2017-21,2018-22 2019-23,2020-24,2021-25,2022-26
- Member of Board of studies of Ceramic & Glass design department of PIFD (2022-2023)
- Member of technical evaluation committee for procurement of machinery & Equipment for ceramic & glass design department of PIFD (2022-2023)
- Member of technical evaluation committee for outsourcing of bookshop/photocopy services of PIFD (2022-2023)
- Team leader for self-assessment report of Ceramic & Glass Design Department 2018 till date
- Course Coordinator for Ceramic & Glass design department from November 2021 January 2022
- In charge Examination of ceramic & Glass design department
External Examiner
National College of Arts & University Of Gujrat
01.2022 - 01.2024
- To evaluate final year thesis project of the Department of Ceramic Design NCA & UOG for 2021,2022 & 2023
Training Course in Ceramic and Glass Techniques
Cardiff Metropolitan University
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Training Course in Ceramic and Glass Techniques, Cardiff Metropolitan University, 2018 and 2019.
- Extensive workshop on alternate firing techniques by Mr. Gopal Kalapremi 2017 and 2019
Associate Lecturer in the Department of Ceramic Design
University of Gujrat
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Developed engaging lecture materials that enhanced student understanding of course topics.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions that encouraged student participation and critical thinking.
Design Consultant
01.2014
- For Interior of Honey Waqar Outlet, Gulberg II, Lahore
- For the Interior and Exterior renovation at Mahfooz Shaheed Garrison, 21 Brigade, Lahore
Management in-charge
01.2013
- For Ataa Ulla Esa Khailvi Concert at National College of Arts
Decor Head and Chief Organizer
01.2013
- At National College of Art Welcome Festival
Education
BACHELOR’S DEGREE - Ceramic Design, Theatre and Photography
National College of Arts (NCA)
Lahore01.2014
DIPLOMA OF ASSOCIATE ENGINEERING - Architecture
Government College of Technology
Lahore01.2008
Skills
- Art Directors
- Creativity
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Skills
Certification
Group Show in Kaliedo contemporary
Extracurricular Activities
Active in Theatre to date: Performer (improv comedian), Director and Script writer. Acted in underground short movies and pilots (2013). Assisted Puppeteer Society (NCA) in ‘Shadow Light performance’ for a company prelaunch ceremony (2013). Assisted Puppeteer Society (NCA) in ‘Shadow Light performance’ during HBL Women Strengthening Program (2013). Director and script writer of Awareness Campaign Drama for Election Commission, Pakistan. Performed as Dengue in ‘Blaa Blaa Show’ at Youth Performing Arts Festival (Rafi Peer Theatre) and again in National College of Arts, Rawalpindi (2011 and 2012).
Timeline
External Examiner
National College of Arts & University Of Gujrat
01.2022 - 01.2024
Training Course in Ceramic and Glass Techniques
Cardiff Metropolitan University
01.2018 - 01.2019
Lecturer in the Department of Ceramic & Glass Design
Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design
04.2016 - Current
Associate Lecturer in the Department of Ceramic Design
University of Gujrat
03.2014 - 08.2014
Design Consultant
01.2014
Management in-charge
01.2013
Decor Head and Chief Organizer
01.2013
BACHELOR’S DEGREE - Ceramic Design, Theatre and Photography
National College of Arts (NCA)
DIPLOMA OF ASSOCIATE ENGINEERING - Architecture
Government College of Technology