Assistant Teaching Professor of Theatre & Dance (Lighting Design) at William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia

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Position Number:

F0122W

Assistant Teaching Professor of Theatre & Dance (Lighting Design)

The Department of Theatre & Performance is committed to preserving, transmitting, and expanding our understanding of Theatre and Dance within the larger context of a liberal arts education. A hallmark of the department's mission is the active integration of scholarly and artistic work in both courses and productions. The disciplinary relationship between Theatre and Dance offers a unique environment in which to explore and study performance and production from a multi-disciplinary and collaborative perspective. Students are offered a course of study designed to develop creative potential, foster inventive thought, and contribute to an appreciation of humankind's artistic, intellectual, and cultural heritage.


The Department is committed, through its productions, to providing cultural resources for university and community audiences, including classical and contemporary works that challenge and integrate commercial theatre and dance. The disciplines of Theatre and Dance, because of their ever-evolving nature, are particularly well‑equipped to prepare students to be highly responsive in rapidly changing environments both within and outside of these disciplines.

The Department of Theatre & Performance at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a 3-year, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Theatre & Performance instructional position that will begin August 10, 2025. This full-time teaching faculty appointment carries a service component commensurate with rank and comes with the possibility of ongoing renewals and a framework for promotion.


We seek an individual with expertise in lighting design. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher and will have a [3-3] teaching load.


We seek an individual with expertise in Lighting for Theatre and Dance. The Theatre & Performance Lighting Design teaching faculty member is responsible for providing courses in Lighting Design and other topics in technical theatre. The teaching faculty member will also contribute to design and implement lighting for some departmental Main Stage productions as part of their teaching load. Some background or experience in sound design and/or multimedia/digital design is welcome but not required. The teaching load is 3/3 with a course reduction each semester for mainstage production support. Duties may also include sound design or multimedia design depending on areas of expertise.


Other responsibilities include advising, student mentorship, curriculum development, maintaining professional affiliations as appropriate, and other responsibilities as assigned.

• An MFA in Theatre or a related discipline from an accredited institution is required by time of appointment (August 10, 2025).


• Applicants should have at least one year of university teaching experience and professional credits in lighting design for stage.


• Applicants should provide documented evidence of teaching excellence and scholarly activities in cover letter.


• Experience leading student or novice crews in stage lighting.


• Experience with industry-standard lighting systems.


• Knowledgeable of OSHA and industry safety compliance rules and possess extensive knowledge of safe use of equipment.

• University teaching experience/professional credits in sound design and/or multimedia/digital design.


• Experience in lighting for both theatre and dance.


• Experience with CAD drafting preferably VectorWorks and Lightwright.


• Experience with automated lighting, show control.


• Proficiency in projection design and editing tools Q-Lab, Adobe Suite, and/or projection mapping software.


• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching.

3KC310 Theatre & Performance

William & Mary

10/23/2024

11/23/2024

12/23/2024

No

Faculty

Applicants must apply online at
https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and a statement of teaching interests that describes how your scholarly work informs your approach to teaching and mentoring theatre lighting design. Ability to work collaboratively is important to the department, and reference to collaborative working methods may be included in your cover letter. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in theatre lighting design in any of the aforementioned required documents. You cannot submit a separate diversity statement. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference.


For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, November 23, 2024. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed.


Information on the degree programs in the Department of Theatre & Performance may be found at
https://www.wm.edu/as/theatre-performance/

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).


Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none