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Dr. Rajesh Dangoria

Associate Professor

Rajesh.dangoria@vgu.ac.in

BIO

With more than 17 years of experience in design education, academic leadership, design and craft development. Proficient in curriculum development, institutional management, and online learning strategies. Skilled in a wide range of design disciplines including Research and Development, Interior, Furniture, Craft, and Print design, Rural Livelihood Development. Strong advocate for sustainable practices, community development, and artisanal livelihoods.

Additional Administrative Titles -

  • Associate Dean –Department of Design

Academic Appointments-

  • 2007-08 - Faculty at Arch Academy
  • 2008-09 - Craft Designer at SAATHI Bastar
  • 2009-12 - Business Partner at FRACTAL (Business, Design Education & Rural Development)
  • 2012-14 - Faculty at Srishti School of Art, Design & Technology (Currently Srishti Manipal, Bangalore)
  • 2014-17 - Assistant Professor at Pearl Academy, Jaipur
  • 2017-18 - Craft Development Project & Visiting Professor at Modi University Laxmangarh, Sikar
  • Since 2018 - Associate Professor and HOD Design at Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur
  • Since 2022 - Associate Dean, Design at Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur
  • Visiting Faculty at L'École de design Nantes Atlantique, France (2013-16)
  • Visiting Faculty for Teachers and Students of Govt. Women Polytechnic Colleges, Jodhpur Teacher’s Training Centre (2008-12)
  • Visiting Faculty at International College for Girls, Jaipur (2009)

Professional Experience - He has more than 14 years of Teaching experience:

  • 2007 – Present (17 + years)

Degree Courses -

  • B. Des (Foundation, FTD/IPD)
  • M. Des (Fashion Management)
  • PhD in Design

Executive Education & Other Non-Degree Programs

  • IBM Applied AI Professional Certificate - All Seven Modules completed:
    • 1. Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)
    • 2. Generative AI: Introduction and Applications
    • 3. Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics
    • 4. Building AI Powered Chatbots Without Programming
    • 5. Python for Data Science, AI & Development
    • 6. Developing AI Applications with Python and Flask
    • 7. Building AI Applications with Watson APIs
  • Google Digital Marketing and E-Commerce - All Seven Modules completed:
    • 1. Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce
    • 2. Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing
    • 3. From Likes to Leads: Interact with Customers Online
    • 4. Think Outside the Inbox: Email Marketing
    • 5. Assess for Success: Marketing Analytics and Measurement
    • 6. Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores
    • 7. Satisfaction Guaranteed: Develop Customer Loyalty Online
  • T.L.H.E. (fully online) Laureate International Universities, USA - 2016-17
  • O.H.B.E. (fully online) Laureate International Universities, USA - 2014-15
  • French Language - A1-P1 & A1-P2 - Alliance Française de Bangalore, 2012-13

Research Interests -

  • Crafts and Culture, Rural livelihood, Design and innovation, pedagogy and curriculum development, E-Commerce and socio economic development.

Publications -

  • Paper Published: "Literature Enhances Communication Skills: A Comprehensive Review," April 7, 2022, World Journal of English Language, Vol. 12, No. 3; 2022, Special Issue
  • Natural Shelters & Current Challenges Theme: 02. Sustainable Architecture, 2019 JETIR May 2019, Volume 6, Issue 5, Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (ISSN-2349-5162)
  • Kathputli Craft of Jaipur, An approach for livelihood and Entrepreneurship, Think India Journal, Vol 22 No 15 (2019) ISSN: 0971-1260
  • A Paper on Pre-Planning of Start-up Business, Vol. 6, Issue 10, October 2017 International Journal of Advanced Research in Electrical, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, ISSN (Print): 2320 – 3765 ISSN (Online): 2278 – 8875

Conferences, Talks & Speaking Engagements

  • Organized International Conference on “Design Education for a Better World,” 2020 at JKK, Jaipur
  • Organized International Conference on “Design Education for a Better World,” 2022 at Diggi Palace
  • Organized International Conference on “Design Education for a Better World,” 2023 at Rajasthan International Centre (RIC), Jaipur
  • Invited as a speaker in a Seminar by DC Handicrafts and Export Promotion Council of Handicrafts on “Measures to address the challenges and opportunities in post-COVID times for Product Development, Design, and Marketing in the Handicraft sector” at Jaipur on 20th Jan 2021
  • Keynote Speaker at National Level Seminar on Crafts and Craftsperson’s Current Challenges, at Government PG College Tonk

Book Chapters -

  • Enhancing Sustainable Education Practices for Greener Tomorrow - The book chapter of International Conference on Sustainable Design Practices, NIFT Kangra
  • "Role of the handicraft sector in tourism promotion as per Rajasthan Tourism Policy, 2020" of Tourism in India - Status, Challenges and Opportunities by NIMS University Jaipur, Manipal University Jaipur & Vivekananda Global University Jaipur. ISBN-978-1-387-25970-0 Lulu Publication, US
  • Crafts and crafts persons Current Challenges, The book chapter of Indian Art, Craft & Craftsmen’s Current Challenges, ISBN 978-81-937238-3-8

Teaching -

  • UG/PG/PhD

Awards & Honours -

  • SIDBI Swavalamban Chair grant on Jaipur Toys With Traditional Craft skills
  • Published in Design directory developed by Ministry of Textile Govt. of India
  • Received MP Ranjan Award 2021 for Contribution in Craft Design Education
  • Awarded as Green and Eco-Friendly Movement Certified Professional (GEM-CP19/180) by Assocham
  • Research Fellowship - Ministry of Culture, Government of India on Development of Puppet Crafts and Craftsperson’s of Rajasthan
  • 2nd Best Oral Presentation in two days researcher's conclave "ShodhPrayas" organized by VGU, Jaipur
  • Acknowledged by D.C. Handicrafts Govt. of India for technical help in India Toy Fair 2021

Affiliations -

  • Green and Eco-Friendly Movement Certified Professional (GEM-CP19/180) by Assocham
  • Empaneled Designer with DC Handicrafts, Ministry of Textile, Govt. of India
  • Export Promotion Council of Handicrafts, Govt. of India
  • Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC)
  • M.S.M.E. Design Clinic Scheme, Ministry of SME, Govt. of India

Professional Projects -

  • SFURTI project report of KVIC & EPCH
  • Worked on DPRs of various locations:
    • Baytu, Barmer
    • Bikaner
    • Jhadol
    • Dungarpur
    • Bheelwara
  • KVIC Report of Weaker Institutions:
    • Amarsar (Jaipur)
    • Kapasan (Chittorgarh)
    • Rupaheli (Bhilwara)
    • Dhariyawad (Pratapgarh)
    • Belasar (Bikaner)
    • Myazlar (Jaisalmer)
    • Khandela (Sikar)
  • Part of establishment of Atal Community Innovation Centre labs
  • Implemented 3 E-Chaupals by Ministry of Textile, Govt. of India in various villages
  • Design Development Program on Kathputli Craft by DC Handicrafts, Ministry of Textile and EPCH, Jaipur
  • Designed five-star heritage craft cottages at Bandhavgarh, M.P.
  • Designed residential spaces in Jaipur and Gudganva
  • Designed Shilp Gram at International Stone Mart by RUDA
  • Designed stalls for Ruda at International STONA, Bangalore and International Stone Mart, Jaipur
  • Designed space and proposed a plan for a Project of CFC and multi-project space for Federation of Rajasthan Handicrafts Exporter’s (FORHEX)
  • Provided Faculty and educational resource support to J.S.S. Ministry of H.R.D., Govt. of India, conducting various vocational design-related courses for economically weaker sections
  • Conducted Training Program on Lac jewellery for the women of Nepal by BPKF, India Nepal Foundation, Embassy of Nepal at JSS, Jaipur
  • 6 months Integrated Design Project of home furnishing and paper craft for rural women of Taal Chappar, Churu by RUDA. (Govt. of Rajasthan)
  • Designed stall of Daga Steel for a German Furniture Fair
  • Integrated Design Development Project in Wood, Iron, MOP, Bone craft of Jodhpur by D.C. Handicrafts, Ministry of Textile, Govt. of India
  • Design Development Project in Stone at Rupangarh Craft Cluster, RUDA (Govt. of Rajasthan)
  • Design Development Workshop in Block Printing at Bagru Cluster, RUDA (Govt. of Rajasthan)
  • Design development workshop in wood in Madhya Pradesh by D.C.H. Ministry of Textile
  • Various Design Development workshops & Projects in Jodhpur by D. C. Handicrafts Govt. of India
  • Craft and cluster development in Kavad Craft of Bassi, Rajasthan, R.S.I.C., Govt. of Rajasthan
  • Craft and Design development in Koftgari Craft of Udaipur, Rajasthan, R.S.I.C., Govt. of Rajasthan
  • Design project in Black Smithy with Royal College of Arts, London
  • Furniture and design consultancy to various Exporters of Rajasthan since 2007
  • Design Development workshop on Dhurrie at Dungarpur with new product development for I.F.F.DC. & D.C. Handicrafts Ministry of Textile Govt. of India
  • Exhibition design of Christian Lappie (A French sculptor) at Central Park Jaipur
  • Product development on Terracotta, Bell metal, and Black smithy Crafts for tribal crafts persons of Kondagaon and Kumharpara in Bastar, Chhattisgarh
  • Designed corporate gifts in Bidri Craft of Karnataka Company: Design Core India Pvt. Ltd, Bangalore
  • Designed Lamps in Blue Pottery craft for Neerja Potteries Pvt. Ltd., Jaipur
  • Designed Saras Craft Fair, Jaipur (2006)
  • Stage Design of Rajasthan Patrika’s 50th years of celebration at Birla auditorium, Jaipur. (2005)

Workshops & Craft Documentation -

  • Workshops:
    • Participated in a two-day Digital Marketing workshop by MSME Government of India, Jaipur
    • Participated in a two-day International Seminar on Current trends of Crafts at IICD, Jaipur
    • Participated in an International Seminar on Crafts and Current trends by IICD, Jaipur
    • Interior Decoration and Design workshop by C.B.I, Netherlands, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and FORHEX
    • Workshop on Fresco at IICD (2005)
    • Workshop on Mixed Material at IICD (2005)
    • Leather workshop at IICD (2005)
    • Workshop on Stone sculpture with Mr. Christian Lappie (French sculptor) (2005-6)
    • Workshop in Enamelling on copper. Design of accessories at IICD (2005-6)
    • Surface decoration workshop on Blue pottery by RUDA. (2006)
    • Wash painting workshop at J.K.K.
    • All India Sculptor’s Camp at J.K.K.
    • Painting camp at B.M.C.H. and research center, Jaipur
  • Craft Documentation:
    • Craft Documentation of Integrated Crafts Project of Multi-crafts (wood, Iron, MOP, Bone), at Jodhpur by D.C. Handicrafts Govt. of India
    • Document of State-level Marketing Seminar sponsored by D.C. Handicrafts Govt. of India
    • Document on languishing Miniature painting craft of Kota, a Project of RSIC by D.C. Handicrafts Govt. of India
    • Documentation on languishing Miniature painting craft of Jodhpur, a Project of RSIC by D.C. Handicrafts Govt. of India
    • Documentation on the workshop of Stone Crafts of Sikandra sponsored by D.C. Handicrafts GOI
    • Documentation on the workshop of Block Printing of Sanganer, a Project of D.C. Handicrafts GOI
    • Documentation on Bidri for Design Core, Bangalore
    • Documentation of Exhibition Design for a French Sculptor & Jaipur Virasat Foundation, Jaipur
    • Document on Dhurrie for SGSY and RUDA
    • Blue Pottery Document for Neerja pottery Pvt Ltd, Jaipur
    • NGO document on SAATHI, Bastar
    • Black Smithy document for the British council and Jaipur Virasat Foundation
    • Craft Documentation on Stones of Rajasthan
    • Issues and perspectives in the handicraft sector
    • Jawaja Leather community, Rajasthan

In the Media -

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