Tenure-Track Theatrical Design for Live Performance

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 84,100 - 132,900; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley is hiring a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in theatrical design, covering costume, lighting, scenic, sound, and video/projection for live performance. Designs may include new media such as AR/VR and livestreaming.

The department emphasizes social justice, collaboration, and public engagement. Responsibilities include pursuing a creative/research agenda, teaching design courses, mentoring students, and serving the department and campus.

Qualifications

• BA or BFA (or equivalent international degree).
• At least 1 year of professional experience as a designer.
• Preference for MFA or MA, or equivalent international degree or professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Pursue a professional creative/research agenda.
• Design for the department's performances.
• Teach courses in the department's design curricula.
• Mentor and advise students.
• Participate in departmental activities and administrative service.

Skills

Professional design experience

Teaching experience in design

Mentoring students

Education

BA or BFA (or equivalent international degree)

Job description

University of California, Berkeley is hiring a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in theatrical design, covering costume, lighting, scenic, sound, and video/projection for live performance. Designs may include new media such as AR/VR and livestreaming.

The department emphasizes social justice, collaboration, and public engagement. Responsibilities include pursuing a creative/research agenda, teaching design courses, mentoring students, and serving the department and campus.