Asst. Professor of Devised Theatre, Directing, Acting
CATEGORY: Academic/Instructor
UNC School of the Arts
Winston Salem, NC
US
Job Details
DESCRIPTION
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts, School of Drama invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Devised Theater and Directing. We seek a process driven, community building artist-educator with a robust practice in devised theatre, ensemble-based creation and directing for the stage. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to experimental processes, inclusive storytelling in the tradition of companies The Open Theatre, The Living Theatre, The Wooster Group, and others.
A resume that includes improvisation, immersive and environmental work in multiple venues is desired. Highly competitive candidates will have a working knowledge non-Western Theatre practices and pedagogies.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Teach undergraduate BFA courses in devising, directing, and collaborative creation, and guide 3rd- and 4th-year students through a pedagogical and curricular arc in devising work.
• Advise directing thesis projects
• Direct departmental productions and mentor student-led creation labs or workshops
• Maintain an active creative practice with a national and/or international visibility
Qualifications:
• MFA or equivalent professional experience in directing, devised theatre, or related fields.
• Significant experience creating original, collaboratively developed theatre work.
• A directing portfolio that reflects a range of aesthetics, forms, voices and risk-taking.
• Experience teaching at the university level preferred but not required.
DURATION
Aug 1, 2026 -
SALARY
$64,623.00 – $70,000.00 per year