Program Director, Acting for Stage & Screen – Tenure-Track

Nazareth College Of Rochester Inc

City of Rochester (NY)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 61,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Nazareth University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to co-lead our B.F.A in Acting for Stage and Screen program, starting August 2027. This role seeks a practicing artist with a background in acting for the camera and related fields, to teach acting for the camera and on-screen auditioning, among other courses.

The candidate will direct one production per academic year, advise students, and recruit prospective students locally and nationally.

Qualifications

Terminal degree in acting, directing, or other industry related field with significant professional experience.
Demonstrated experience teaching 3+ years at the university level.
Professional film and/or television experience as an actor, director, or casting professional.
A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and supporting students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Responsibilities

Teach a 3-3 load each semester.
Design syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with departmental and program learning outcomes.
Attend regularly scheduled department meetings, showcases, and performances.
Advise and mentor undergraduate theatre and dance students.
Collaborate with the department and faculty to support integrated production and studio work.
Maintain regular office hours.
Collaborate with the Theatre and Dance recruitment team and attend on and off campus auditions and represent the program to prospective students.
Pursue ongoing creative or professional activity and contribute to department and university service.