Assistant Professor of Scenic Design - Theatre & Dance

Cleveland State University

Oklahoma

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Cleveland State University in Cleveland, OH seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor to teach scenic design and technology in its Theatre and Dance program beginning August 16, 2027. The candidate will have expertise in scenic design, scenic painting, and design technology, and contribute to productions and advising.

Responsibilities include teaching six courses per year, designing scenery for the season, mentoring student designers, collaborating with faculty and guest artists, and

Qualifications

MFA in Theatre Design with a focus in Scenic Design; terminal degree completed by July 1, 2027.
ABD candidates will be hired at the rank of Instructor.
Five years or more of professional scenic design experience.

Responsibilities

Teach six courses per year.
Design scenery for the department's season and main-stage productions.
Serve as academic and design advisor to students in design and technology.
Supervise and mentor student designers and technicians; collaborate with faculty, guest artists, and the director of production.
Engage in continued professional creative activities, research and scholarship; participate in service and committee work.
On-campus teaching; may teach off-campus, evenings, weekends, and via distance learning as needed.

Skills

Teaching at university level

Collaboration with faculty and artists

Design and production planning

Education

MFA in Theatre Design (Scenic Design)

Job description

Responsibilities include teaching six courses per year, designing scenery for the season, mentoring student designers, collaborating with faculty and guest artists, and

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