Part-Time Faculty: DRD 140 Introduction To Theater Crafts I- Sound Design Unit (Fall 2024)

The Department of Drama within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-time Instructor to teach DRD 140 Introduction to Theater Crafts I - Sounds Design unit only, a 4-week session - during the Fall semester, 2024.

Part-time instructor needed for an introductory unit on sound design for Theater Design, Stage Management, and Theater Management students. Class format combines lecture and studio practice assignments in the study of scenery, props, costumes, paints, lights, sound. Instructor needed for four weeks of the semester only.

About The College of Visual and Performing Arts

The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites at www.syr.edu, www.vpa.syr.edu.

Qualifications

Bachelors' degree. At least 2 years teaching at the college level.

Job Specific Qualifications

At least five years successful experience as professional sound designer. Demonstrated teaching effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Teaching lecture class twice per week for 80 minutes for a 5 week session.

In addition:

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.

• Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments.

• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.

• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.

• Meeting all designated class periods.

• If you are unable to meet your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute.

• You must also notify the department chair of your absence and of your plan to cover the class.

• Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.

• Grading student assignments and exams in timely manner.

• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.

• Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Physical Requirements Tools/Equipment Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume/curriculum vitae and cover letter.