Assistant/Associate Professor of Theatre: Resident Costume Designer

NCAT • Greensboro, NC

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About The Position

This position is responsible for teaching an approved curriculum of introductory through advanced level courses in the Theatre Arts Program with a special focus on costume, set and new media design. The ideal candidate will highlight the use of theatre as a means of self-expression, awareness and discipline, as well as acquainting students to the great works of theatre through his/her teaching. The new hire will: Acquaint students with the great works of theatre through reading and producing them Prepare students for professional careers in acting and technology and/or admission to graduate schools Convey the skills necessary to promote theatre as a means of enhancing culture and community Assist students in developing the skills necessary to participate in global theatre opportunities through studies of histories and cultures of selected people participating in plays, and meetings with dramatists, actors, artists and intellectuals from other countries and cultures. This is a 9-month tenure-track position.

Requirements

• Must hold a terminal degree in Fine Arts, MFA or PhD
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must have dedication and passion for teaching
• Must enjoy working collaboratively and collegially with colleagues

Nice To Haves

• More than five years of college teaching experience and professional costume design experience
• An established national portfolio of scholarly and creative activity in the theatre arts
• Affiliation with the Actor’s Equity Association or the Screen Actors Guild is desirable

Responsibilities

• Teaching an approved curriculum of introductory through advanced level courses in the Theatre Arts Program with a special focus on costume, set and new media design
• Acquainting students with the great works of theatre through reading and producing them
• Preparing students for professional careers in acting and technology and/or admission to graduate schools
• Conveying the skills necessary to promote theatre as a means of enhancing culture and community
• Assisting students in developing the skills necessary to participate in global theatre opportunities through studies of histories and cultures of selected people participating in plays, and meetings with dramatists, actors, artists and intellectuals from other countries and cultures

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees