• Teaching courses such as Introduction to Theatre, Stagecraft, Stage Lighting, Introduction to Stage Design, Introduction to Design, and/or Stage Management, with additional courses assigned based on department need, faculty rotation, and area of expertise.

• Designing scenery and lighting, and serving as technical director for four mainstage productions annually.

• Managing the design, construction, and completion of scenic props and scenic painting.

• Overseeing scene shop operations including cleanliness, organization, maintenance, and safety compliance.

• Managing budgets, materials, and schedules related to scenic and lighting areas of production.

• Actively participating in the scene shop through hands-on construction and student oversight.

• Providing safety training and mentorship for students.

• Supervising work-study students and part-time staff.

• Collaborating with other departments or organizations utilizing shared theatre and shop facilities

Additional Duties:

• Involvement in student recruitment and retention.

• Department service.

• Perform defined campus-wide duties, including holding office hours, attendance at department and school meetings, and adherence to department, school, and college policies and procedures.

• Communicate clearly with students, staff, and colleagues, both orally and in writing.

• Commitment to student recruitment, mentorship, and retention initiatives within the department and college.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MFA or MA in Theatre Production or Theatre Design

• Significant professional or academic experience in scenic and lighting design, with technical direction expertise.

• Demonstrated experience in prop shop operations, including construction and painting.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the history of decoration, furnishings, and architecture.

• Demonstrated ability to use and teach typical computer programs for theatre design and technology (Vectorworks, AutoCAD, and/or Sketchup).

• Working efficiently within financial constraints.

• Demonstrated dedication to teaching students from a variety of backgrounds with differing levels of experience.

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate successfully as a member of a production team and colleague, fostering a positive learning environment, and proactively promoting student success within an academic theatre program.

Desired Qualifications:

• MFA Degree

• 1-3 years of college-level teaching experience with the ability to develop engaging and relevant coursework.

• Expertise in design/technical experience in digital media and dance.