Brandon Witschi
Artist | Educator | Lab Manager
Dallas College – School of Creative Arts, Entertainment, and Design
📧 bwitschi@dallascollege.edu | info@bkwart.com |
📞 (214) 654-5328 | 🌐 www.bkwart.com | 📱 @bkwart |
Education
M.F.A., Studio Art – University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, TX (2018)
M.A., Studio Art – University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, TX (2017)
B.F.A., Art & Design – West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV (2014)
A.B.A., Business Administration – West Virginia Junior College, Bridgeport, WV (2006)
Teaching Experience
● Adjunct Faculty, Arts & Humanities – Dallas College (2024–Present)
● Developed and taught Art Appreciation courses across multiple campuses (Eastfield & North Lake).
● Designed engaging in-person instruction for both 8-week accelerated and 14-week semesters.
● Integrated contemporary practices, visual literacy, and art history into accessible curricula.
● Graduate Teaching Assistant – University of Texas at Tyler (2016–2018)
● Assisted in teaching 3D Design and Sculpture courses.
● Guided students in technical skill-building, material exploration, and conceptual development.
● Provided critiques, demonstrations, and one-on-one mentoring to support student growth.
Professional Experience
● Lab Manager – Dallas College, School of Creative Arts, Entertainment, and Design (2022–Present)
○ Provide leadership and oversight for multi-campus creative arts facilities and labs.
○ Supervise staff, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and manage specialized equipment.
○ Support faculty in integrating technology and studio resources into curriculum delivery.
● Lab Specialist – Dallas College, School of Creative Arts, Entertainment, and Design (2021–2022)
● Print Production Supervisor – Walker Reprographics, Mesquite, TX (2019–2021)
● Operations Manager – Office Max, Rockwall, TX (2018–2019)
● Copy & Print Specialist – Office Depot, Morgantown, WV (2010–2015)
● Human Resource Specialist – U.S. Army (Germany & Iraq, 2007–2010)
Professional Skills
● Instructional & Curriculum Design – Art Appreciation, 3D Design, Sculpture, Studio Foundations
● Studio & Technical Expertise – Sculpture, 3D fabrication, digital and print media, mixed media
● Technology Integration – Adobe Creative Suite, 3D printing, digital fabrication tools
● Leadership & Management – Multi-campus lab oversight, staff supervision, safety compliance
● Veteran Leadership Experience – U.S. Army Human Resources Specialist
Service & Leadership
Mentor to arts students through Dallas College Lab operations and classroom instruction.
Collaborative support for faculty exhibitions and student showcases through strategic planning of staff resources.
Contributor to strategic planning and resource allocation for arts facilities across seven campuses.
Served as Chair and Member roles on Search Committees for hiring of Faculty, Staff, and Admin positions.
Developed workshops on 3D printing, 3D modeling, Welding, Steel Fabrication, Mold Making, and Metal Casting processes.
Established standard operating procedure manuals for Studio Staff expectations, best studio practices, safety, and the use of the Dallas College Workday procurement system.