Term Faculty: Lighting Design Educator

Playwright Co; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson College in Boston, MA is seeking a full-time Term Faculty in Lighting Design to teach and contribute to a robust BFA program. The appointment begins August 19, 2027, with a 3/3 course load and responsibilities spanning courses in lighting design, drafting, and electrics, plus advising and recruitment.

The ideal candidate holds an MFA in Lighting Design or a BA in Design with 3–5 years of professional practice, and demonstrates passion for mentoring emerging designers in collaboration

Qualifications

• MFA in Lighting Design or BA in Design with 3–5 years pro experience.
• Experienced in college-level lighting design and production.
• Knowledge of United Scenic Artist Local 829 preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach Lighting Design I/II, Foundations of Stage Design, Drafting I/II, Electrics, Programming.
• Provide academic advising, recruit and retain prospective students.
• Lead and mentor for the lighting concentration; contribute to senior showcase.

Skills

Lighting design

Teaching experience

Collaboration

Mentorship

Education

MFA in Lighting Design

Bachelor's in Design

Tools

AutoCAD

VectorWorks

Lightwright

EOS

Capture

Light Converse

Augmented Reality

Job description

Emerson College in Boston, MA is seeking a full-time Term Faculty in Lighting Design to teach and contribute to a robust BFA program. The appointment begins August 19, 2027, with a 3/3 course load and responsibilities spanning courses in lighting design, drafting, and electrics, plus advising and recruitment.

The ideal candidate holds an MFA in Lighting Design or a BA in Design with 3–5 years of professional practice, and demonstrates passion for mentoring emerging designers in collaboration