Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach full-time in a liberal arts environment course such as Introduction to Technical Theatre, Theatre Appreciation, Design Communication, Rehearsal and Performance, Design II: Scenery & Costumes, Design II: Lighting & Sound.
• Teach electives within the major such as Stage Makeup, Stage Management, and Scene Painting
• Mentor student capstone projects.
• Design Scenery and Lighting for department productions.
• Collaborate as appropriate with department technical staff in the costume and scene shops.
• Attend technical and dress rehearsals and performances as required.
• Supervise and train student stage managers and technicians throughout the design and rehearsal process
• Prepare, manage and balance the production budget
• Serve on Theatre and Dance department committees, advise students, and perform other customary faculty duties.
• Instruct courses in varied locations, at varied times, and via various media commensurate with department and university needs.
• Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field.
• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities.
• Contribute to student growth and development including student advising.
• Provide service to the university and community including the program, the department, the college, the university, and the greater community.
• Support Winona State University’s mission to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural, and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• M.F.A. in Theatre Design and Technology Field
• Evidence of completed scenic and lighting designs at the academic or professional level.
• Proficiency in industry standard software e.g. Lightwright, Vectorworks/AutoCAD, QLab etc.
• Demonstrated experience leading or training successful student technicians.
• Other minimum qualifications specific to this position

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Skills/ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Experience in theatrical production management.
• Experience as a scenic artist or paint charge.
• Experience in video or projection engineering and design.
• Experience in designing for dance.

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A member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. An equal opportunity educator and employer. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.