ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN SCENIC DESIGN

Supplemental Information Northwestern State University (NSU) seeks applications for a twelve-month, tenure track, Assistant Professor in Scenic Design beginning July 1, 2023.
To Apply: Qualified application should email the following items to: Mr.
Scott Burrell Director, School of Creative & Performing Arts Northwestern State University 150 Central Ave Natchitoches, LA 71497 nfburrellc@nsula.
edu Letter of application Transcripts Statement of Teaching Philosophy A list of five references including names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses Record of teaching experience, and other appropriate credentials Priority given to materials received by May 26, 2023.
However, the position will remain open until filled.
Only complete packages will be considered.
If invited for an interview, official transcripts for all degrees will be required.
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Qualifications A terminal degree in theatre, publications and the ability to work with diverse student populations and entry level students is required.
Preferred: M.
F.
A.
in Technical Theatre/Scenic Design, experience in Design and Construction, and previous university teaching experience.
Job Concepts The successful candidate will teach the following courses for all required theatre majors; Concepts of Design, Drafting for Theatre (hand and Vectorworks), Survey of Period Styles, Scenic Design and Scenic Rendering.
The candidate will also teach the following elective courses on a rotating basis; Scenic Painting, Props Crafts, Special Problems in Design/Technology and Summer Theatre Works.
Supervises and evaluates student experiences in theatre/dance productions/assignments.
Maintains appropriate expertise and competencies through continuing professional development and pursuit of creative/scholarly activities.
Assists the Technical Director in the supervision of the construction of scenic elements for the theatre's productions and the day-to-day operations of the theatre scene/paint shop and production spaces.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, collaboration, and mentoring skills are required.
Advise students and serve on departmental and university committees.
Design and build sets for productions as part of the NSU mainstage production season, when possible, as well as mentoring student designers throughout the production process Trains/teaches student crews in scenic painting and props making, supervise theatre/dance program student work calls, event/production set up and strikes.
Be committed to excellence in teaching, service, and professional growth, and scholarship.
Demonstrates knowledge of school goals and objectives.
Participates in scholarly activities including grant writing, research, and presentations.
Represents school in professional manner in all activities.
Additional duties may be assigned by the Theatre/Dance Department Chair.