Assistant Professor of Scenic Design
About The Position
The Western Kentucky University Department of Theatre & Dance is seeking an Assistant Professor in Scenic Design to begin in the fall 2026 semester. The candidate will teach and supervise the set design for all department productions, either designing, co-designing, or mentoring student designers. This is a pedagogical assistant professor position focusing on the training of theatre design and technology students. A typical course load will be 4 to 5 classes a year, including Design I, Stagecraft, and Set Design. This may also include additional topics based on the candidate's areas of expertise and departmental needs. Occasional courses in the department's general education curriculum may also be included. There is also an expectation for service such as committee work, recruiting, and other administrative responsibilities.
Requirements
- Terminal degree (Ph.D. or M.F.A.) in the field of theatre design and/or technology which includes graduate level experience in design.
- Professional experience in design or technology.
- Evidence of competency in computer-aided drafting applications.
Responsibilities
- Teach and supervise the set design for all department productions
- Designing, co-designing, or mentoring student designers
- Teach 4 to 5 classes a year, including Design I, Stagecraft, and Set Design
- Service such as committee work, recruiting, and other administrative responsibilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
