Assistant Professor of Lighting Design and Technology

University of North Carolina at Greensboro, United States

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Location: Greensboro, INDIANA
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Position Information


Position Number 001302
Functional Title Assistant Professor of Lighting Design and Technology
Position Type Tenure Stream
Position Eclass FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn
University Information

UNC Greensboro , located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement . Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students , and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams , 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs , UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value , with noted strengths in health and wellness , visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram .
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The UNCG School of Theatre’s mission is to prepare students to be informed theatre practitioners with commitment to creativity, innovation, inclusion, and the advancement of the art form. The School recognizes the need to move toward creating an actively anti-racist and anti-biased space of creative practice by creating systemic change through workshops, continuing education, and professional development centered around anti-racist practices, theatrical intimacy, and bettering ourselves in service of our diverse and intersectional student body. Our community seeks candidates who are invested in creating communities of practice and care in which access is paramount. We have 17 full-time, professionally active faculty members who serve over 300 students in BA and BFA concentrations and in MFA programs in Acting and Theatre for Youth. The School mounts a yearly season of seven-to-eight plays and musicals, along with student-driven work and other types of performance opportunities. The School of Theatre is committed to creating and developing a diverse, engaged, artistically well-balanced body of future theatre professionals, performers, and teachers.
Position Summary
The School of Theatre at UNC Greensboro invites applications from candidates who are experienced with advancing equity and inclusivity in their teaching and creative practice. This tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank will begin August 1, 2024. Review of applications will begin December 22, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities include:
  • Teaching, advising, and supervising a vibrant community of diverse populations and first-generation students.
  • Offering courses in lighting design, lighting technology, projections, portfolio preparation, and other design and technical theatre areas as qualified.
  • Experience in developing and creating syllabi and curricula that de-center Western/Eurocentric l approaches to design and technology courses.
  • Production duties include the practical mentorship of student lighting designers and electricians, directly supervising hang and focus and related equipment for departmental productions and designing lighting for School of Theatre season productions as needed.
  • Assisting in student recruitment.
  • Serving on departmental, college, and university committees.
Minimum Qualifications
  • MFA in Theatrical Design or equivalent professional experience with expertise in lighting design and technology, proficiency in drafting, visual communication techniques, and active professional achievement as a lighting designer.
  • Experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion in creative activity and research, teaching, and service.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Candidates will show proficiency in current software and lighting systems, projection design, and technology, as well as demonstrated experience in lighting diverse populations.
  • Innovation in university-level teaching, de-centering curricula, and experience in inclusive teaching strategies are also highly desired.
Tenure Status Tenure Track
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application should include:
  • Cover letter, including experience working with diverse student populations and first-generation students
  • Current CV or resume
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy including how to foster a collaborative and supportive production experience in an educational setting.
  • Current portfolio or link to professional website
  • List of three references. Please include their professional affiliation, relationship to the applicant, email address, and phone number.
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    Recruitment Range $55,000 - $60,000
    Org #-Department School of Theatre - 12222
    Job Open Date 10/18/2023
    For Best Consideration Date 12/22/2023
    Job Close Date
    Open Until Filled Yes
    FTE 1.000
    Type of Appointment Permanent
    Time Limited Duration
    Number of Months per Year 9
    FLSA

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