Lighting Design Adjunct Professor — Theater

1000scholars; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA's Department of Theater is seeking an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Lighting Design for a full-time position starting March 1, 2027. The role includes teaching undergraduate and graduate lighting courses, supervising student projects, and contributing to research and service within a world-class program.

The candidate should hold an MFA and demonstrate successful teaching at the collegiate level, with professional lighting design experience and a commitment to inclusive, experiential

Qualifications

• MFA is required or equivalent terminal degree.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the collegiate level.
• Professional lighting design experience with engagement with emerging technologies.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching and a diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in lighting design and related theater topics.
• Supervise and advise student lighting design projects and theses.
• Mentor students in academic and career planning.
• Serve on department and university committees and contribute to curriculum development.

Skills

Teaching ability

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

MFA

Job description

UCLA's Department of Theater is seeking an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Lighting Design for a full-time position starting March 1, 2027. The role includes teaching undergraduate and graduate lighting courses, supervising student projects, and contributing to research and service within a world-class program.

The candidate should hold an MFA and demonstrate successful teaching at the collegiate level, with professional lighting design experience and a commitment to inclusive, experiential