Visiting Theatre Design & Tech Director / Instructor

Playbill, Inc.; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Playbill, Inc. seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre Design, Technology and Production/Technical Director. The role splits 50% teaching (12 credits/yr) and 50% technical direction (20 hours/wk).

Responsibilities include teaching Scenic Design and Stage Management, mentoring students, and coordinating safety and production schedules. Required MFA/PhD in theatrical design or equivalent, strong technical theatre background, and ability to lead student crews.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree by Dec 2026 in theatrical design or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in technical theatre and mentoring students.
• Ability to teach Stage Technology and design courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach beginning Scenic Design and Stage Management.
• Lead recruitment and mentor technical theatre students.
• Maintain safety and production schedules for the season.
• Collaborate with department chair and other departments.

Skills

Technical theatre

Budget management

Student mentorship

Team collaboration

Teaching ability

Education

MFA or PhD in Theatrical Design

OSHA Certification

Tools

Carpentry tools

Set building standards

Job description

Playbill, Inc. seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre Design, Technology and Production/Technical Director. The role splits 50% teaching (12 credits/yr) and 50% technical direction (20 hours/wk).

Responsibilities include teaching Scenic Design and Stage Management, mentoring students, and coordinating safety and production schedules. Required MFA/PhD in theatrical design or equivalent, strong technical theatre background, and ability to lead student crews.