Lecturer Theatre Arts / Technical Dir and Lighting Designer - 2758

University of North Carolina Pembroke; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a passionate Lecturer in Theatre Arts to join their dynamic team. This role involves designing and executing lighting for multiple productions, managing a black box theatre, and teaching various courses in theatre arts. With a focus on collaboration and creativity, this position offers opportunities for directing and sound design. If you are dedicated to fostering student talent and enhancing the theatre program, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• MA or MFA in theatre arts or related field is required.
• Experience in technical direction and lighting design is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build sets and design lighting for three program productions each academic year.
• Manage shop operations and provide technical support for student productions.

Skills

Theatre Arts

Lighting Design

Stagecraft

Technical Direction

Sound Design

Education

MA in Theatre Arts

MFA in Theatre Arts

Job description

Lecturer Theatre Arts / Technical Dir and Lighting Designer - 2758

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply Now link/button.

If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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.

Position Details

Position Information

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

Instruction of Students

.

Division	Academic Affairs
Department	English, Theatre & Languages (Office)
Working Title	Lecturer Theatre Arts / Technical Dir and Lighting Designer - 2758
Vacancy Type	Non-Tenure Track Faculty
Min T/E Requirements
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
Primary Purpose of Position	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 2025. 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.
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 2025. 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. Applicant Instructions: 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
Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation

Posting Information

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.

Job Opening Date	02/04/2025
Job Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Posting Category	Faculty
Posting Number	EPA00953
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/11651
Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. C V/Resume


2. Cover Letter


3. Other Document

Optional Documents

1. Other Document 2


2. Other Document 3


3. Other Document 4

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *
   How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   
   
   
   • Agency Referral
   
   
   • American Librarian Association (ALA)
   
   
   • Association of Fundraising Professionals
   
   
   • BlacksInHigherEd.com
   
   
   • Career Builder
   
   
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   
   
   • Cosida
   
   
   • CUPA HR
   
   
   • Disabled in Higher Ed
   
   
   • Disability Website (Other)
   
   
   • Educause
   
   
   • Glassdoor
   
   
   • HigherEdJobs
   
   
   • Indeed
   
   
   • Inside Higher Ed
   
   
   • Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
   
   
   • LinkedIn
   
   
   • Monster
   
   
   • NACUBO
   
   
   • NativeAmericansInHigherEd.com
   
   
   • Native Hire
   
   
   • NCAA Market
   
   
   • NC Works Online / One Stop Center
   
   
   • Newspaper
   
   
   • Personal Referral
   
   
   • Placement Exchange
   
   
   • SACUBO
   
   
   • Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)
   
   
   • StudentAffairs.com
   
   
   • UNC Collaborative Website
   
   
   • UNC Pembroke Online Employment System
   
   
   • Veterans Advantage Jobs & Career Network
   
   
   • Veteran Website (Other)
   
   
   • VeteransInHigherEd.com
   
   
   • Vocational Rehab
   
   
   • Women in Higher Education
   
   
   • Website - Other