Lecturer In Theatre Arts/Technical Director And Lighting Designer - 2758

Division Academic Affairs Department English, Theatre & Languages (Office) Working Title Lecturer in Theatre Arts/Technical Director and Lighting Designer - 2758 Vacancy Type Non-Tenure Track Faculty Min T/E Requirements

MA or MFA in theatre arts or other related field is required.

FTE 1 Recruitment Range Commensurate with Education and Experience Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience Position # 2758 FLSA Status Exempt Months per year 9 Primary Purpose of Organization Unit

Instruction of Students

Primary Purpose of Position

The position will build sets for at least three program productions per academic year. The position will also design and execute at least three lighting designs for the academic year.

Other duties include managing the shop, implementing renovations for and managing operations of a smaller black box theatre space, and providing technical support for student productions and management of student technical crews for main stage productions. Teaching responsibilities include Stagecraft, Theatre Practicum Introduction, Introduction to Theatre, Lighting Design, and other design and technology courses in the successful applicant's areas of expertise.

Job Description

The Department of English, Theatre, and World Languages of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke seeks applications for a full-time Lecturer/Technical Director and Lighting Designer to begin August 2024.

The position will build sets for at least three program productions per academic year. The position will also design and execute at least three lighting designs for the academic year.

Other duties include managing the shop, implementing renovations for and managing operations of a smaller black box theatre space, and providing technical support for student productions and management of student technical crews for main stage productions. Teaching responsibilities include Stagecraft, Theatre Practicum Introduction, Introduction to Theatre, Lighting Design, and other design and technology courses in the successful applicant's areas of expertise.

Normal teaching load is twelve hours each semester, with releases for lighting design and shop management, and with opportunities to do sound design. Opportunities also exist for teaching Introduction to Acting, Script Analysis, and Play Direction, if desired and qualified.

As the Theatre Program is comprehensive and collaborative, directing mainstage productions opportunities are available (but not required) for qualified and interested applicants.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.uncp.edu. Attach cover letter, current vitae (including a website, if available, of construction and design projects). Submit contact information (phone and email) for three references online.

Management Preference

MA or MFA in theatre arts or other related field is required.

Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation

Posting Information

Job Opening Date 05/08/2024 Job Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Posting Category Faculty Posting Number EPA00914 Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/11313 Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.