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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts – Scenic Design and Technical Director emphasis

St. George 84770, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$57K/yr - $59K/yr

1+ years exp

Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive polytechnic institution committed to exceptional student learning and success. They are seeking a dedicated Scenic Designer and Technical Director to support their undergraduate theatre program by overseeing scenic design and technical direction, mentoring students, and managing production responsibilities.

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Responsibilities

Teach 24-credit per academic year load, encompassing teaching responsibilities, reassigned time for production work, and mentoring student designers. This will be approximately four courses per semester with reassigned time for production work

Potential courses include Scenic Design, Stagecraft, Study of Period Styles and Décor, Scene Painting, Intro to Theatre, Script Analysis, and other courses based on expertise

Scenic design and technical direction for three productions per year, with an additional student-designed production under faculty supervision. Manage the design, construction, and completion of scenic elements and props. The season includes two fully produced plays, one musical, and a student-led production. Oversee scene shop operations and construction

Oversee the scenic design/props process, budget management, technical execution, shop maintenance, and safety training. Active participation in the scene shop is expected, including hands-on involvement in construction and collaboration with students. Supervise the scene shop foreman, student workers, and work-study students while collaborating with other departments using shared facilities. The production team currently includes a part-time scene shop supervisor, four work-study positions, opportunities for workshop credit, and support from a stagecraft class

Involvement in student recruitment and retention

Department service

Scholarly/creative activity typical of tenure-track faculty

Perform defined campus-wide duties, including holding office hours, attendance at department and division meetings, and adherence to college, division, and university 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 university

Qualification

In Scenic DesignScenic Design experienceTechnical Direction experienceSceneProp Shop OperationsComputer Programs for Theatre DesignTheatrical RiggingVerbal skillsWritten skillsInterpersonal skillsCollaboration skills

Required

MFA in Scenic Design, Technical Direction, theatre technology or related field preferred

Demonstrated scenic design experience

Demonstrated technical direction experience

Demonstrated experience in scene and 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, fostering an inclusive learning environment, and proactively promote student success within an academic theatre program

Preferred

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

Demonstrated experience with theatrical rigging

Preference given to candidates with expertise in design/technical experience for film and dance

Preference given to candidates with a strong secondary area of expertise within theatre, such as lighting and/or sound

Benefits

Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.

14.2% retirement contribution, paid 100% by the employer (no match required), vested on day 1 of full-time employment;

Regular undergraduate tuition waiver (paid at 100%) for employee, spouse, and unmarried dependent children to take courses at Utah Tech;

Full medical, dental, and vision plans, with low employee-paid premiums, that begins on day 1 of full-time employment;

Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Accounts available;

Employer-paid basic life insurance & disability insurance coverage from day 1 of full-time employment;

Generous staff leave accruals, plus 12 paid holidays per calendar year.