DePaul

Movement / Acting

Assistant/Associate Professor of Movement and Acting:  The Theatre School at DePaul University in Chicago invites applications for the fall of 2010 for a full-time, tenure track position, teaching Movement for Actors and Acting to a diverse student body in an urban multi-cultural conservatory in both the BFA and MFA Acting Programs.  Other  responsibilities include directing and coaching productions, advising and service.

Qualifications:  MFA or professional equivalent.  The ideal candidate must have expertise in teaching methods of self-organization and expressive movement. Certification and/or significant experience in teaching Laban/Bartenieff is required.  Significant experience teaching acting in a theatre training program is also necessary. Candidates must have experience in directing and be committed to collegiality, a collaborative process and continuing work in the profession.  Because The Theatre School seeks faculty members who bring a critical perspective to issues of diversity and multiculturalism, candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply.  DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application and Deadline:  Applications must be completed online at http://facultyopportunities.depaul.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50590 by submitting a cover letter (which includes a personal statement and teaching philosophy) and a CV/resume. Three letters of recommendation may be submitted online or mailed to: Dean John Culbert, The Theatre School, 2135 N Kenmore, Chicago, IL 60614. For best consideration the application should be completed by January 8, 2010.

University of Nebraska--Lincoln

Assistant Professor – Acting/Directing

Assistant Professor – Acting/Directing. Tenure track. Nine-month appointment beginning August 2010. The Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film is a NAST accredited institution and member of U/RTA offering the BA, BFA and MFA in Theatre Arts. The School has substantial endowments for technology upgrades and vision for the future. The successful applicant will be expected to teach a 3/3 load, continue to work professionally and to maintain a national profile in the disciplines of Theatre and/or Film. The person filling the position would teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including but not limited to: all levels of Acting and Directing, mentor/supervise graduate and undergraduate projects and theses, direct for University Theatre and serve on School and University committees. Work in a collegial fashion with faculty, staff, students and administration, and perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Theatre & Film. Opportunities exist to direct and/or act for the University Theatre and/or the Nebraska Repertory Theatre seasons.  The successful candidate will be required to possess the MFA and professional/academic experience as a director in a variety of theatrical styles. Demonstrated ability to teach all levels of acting and directing courses is required. Membership in Actor's Equity and/or Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers preferred. Recruitment experience in a graduate and/or undergraduate training program is preferred. Experience in directing/acting for film/TV is strongly desired.  To apply, go to http://employment.unl.edu and complete the faculty/administrative form.  Search for Requisition #090574 and click “apply for position.”  Under separate cover, submit the following: a cover letter, complete vita, descriptions of teaching and artistic work, 3 letters of recommendation and names/contact information of 4 references. Send to:

William Grange, Chair
Assistant Professor of Acting/Directing Search Committee
Johnny Carson School of Theatre & Film
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
215 Temple Building
12th & "R" Street
Lincoln, NE 68588-0201

Screening of applicants will begin December 15, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Nebraska has an active National Science Foundation ADVANCE gender equity program, and is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.

University of Nebraska--Lincoln

Assistant Professor - Lighting Design

Assistant Professor - Lighting Design. Tenure Track. Nine-month appointment beginning August 2010. The Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film is a NAST accredited institution and member of U/RTA offering the BA, BFA and MFA in Theatre Arts. The School has substantial endowments for technology upgrades and vision for the future. Responsibilities include: Teach undergraduate and graduate lighting design courses, maintain national profile, mentor and supervise MFA & BFA lighting designers, supervise lighting area, recruit students. May also teach other production courses depending upon experience and qualifications (i.e. scenic design, sound design, CAD, film lighting, etc.). Opportunities exist to design for the University Theatre and/or the Nebraska Repertory Theatre seasons. MFA required; academic and/or professional experience in lighting design required. Salary: commensurate with experience. Review begins December 7, 2009 and continues until position is filled. To apply, go to http://employment.unl.edu and complete the faculty/administrative form. Search for Requisition #090573 and click "apply for position." Under separate cover, submit the following: cover letter, complete vita, descriptions of teaching/artistic work, 3 letters of recommendation and names/contact information of 4 references. Send to:

Sharon Teo, Chair
Lighting Design Search Committee
Johnny Carson School of Theatre & Film
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
215 Temple Building
12th & "R" Street
Lincoln, NE 68588-0201

Screening of applicants will begin December 7, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Nebraska has an active National Science Foundation ADVANCE gender equity program, and is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.

University of Nebraska--Lincoln

Assistant Professor of Practice

Assistant Professor of Practice. Non-tenure track. Nine-month appointment beginning August 2010. The Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film is a NAST accredited institution and member of U/RTA offering the BA, BFA and MFA in Theatre Arts. The School has substantial endowments for technology upgrades and vision for the future. The successful applicant will be expected to teach a 4/4 load and remain current in the disciplines and study of Theatre and/or Film via faculty development.  The person filling the position would teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including but not limited to: all levels of Acting, Script Analysis, Introduction to Theatre, Stage Movement, and direct for the University Theatre season.  Advise/mentor undergraduate student projects and theses, and serve on School and University Committees.  The successful candidate will be expected to work in a collegial fashion with faculty, staff, students and administration, and perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Theatre & Film.  Additional compensation would be available to pursue opportunities for summer instruction and to participate in the Nebraska Repertory Theatre season.  The successful candidate will be required to possess the terminal degree (MFA or PhD) and professional/academic teaching experience in the areas of Acting, Theatre Studies, History/Literature/Criticism and/or Directing.  Recruitment experience at the undergraduate level is preferred.  Experience in directing for the stage is preferred. To apply, go to http://employment.unl.edu and complete the faculty/administrative form.  Search for Requisition #090571 and click “apply for position.”  Under separate cover, submit the following: a cover letter, complete vita, descriptions of teaching and artistic work, 3 letters of recommendation and names/contact information of 4 references. Send to:

William Grange, Chair
Professor of Practice Search Committee
Johnny Carson School of Theatre & Film
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
215 Temple Building
12th & "R" Street
Lincoln, NE 68588-0201

Screening of applicants will begin December 15, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Nebraska has an active National Science Foundation ADVANCE gender equity program, and is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.

North Dakota State

Assistant/Associate Professor

University of Missouri

Dear Colleagues:

The Department of Theatre at the University of Missouri seeks a scholar/artist whose primary research and teaching interests focus on performance theory and criticism. This is a tenure-track position beginning in August 2010. Requirements include: completed PhD., evidence of ability to conduct a program of research; creative achievement in directing; and college teaching experience.

Applicants should have research and teaching interests in one or more of the following areas: theory and criticism, theatre education and pedagogy, directing. The position includes directing doctoral dissertations and masters’ theses, and responsibility for teaching a large lecture introduction to theatre course. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Our department provides excellent research and artistic support, mentoring, and offers an exciting intellectual and creative environment. Further information about the Department of Theatre can be found on our website at: http://theatre.missouri.edu/.

To apply, submit a cover letter that includes a statement of scholarly activity, future research agenda, teaching interests and experience; curriculum vitae; three letters of recommendation; and a scholarly writing sample. An official transcript and directing portfolio must be made available upon request.

Please submit your electronic application to: theatresearch@missouri.edu. The review of applicants will begin on January 15, 2010, and continue until the position is filled. Direct questions to: Dr. Heather Carver, Search Committee Chair, (573) 882-2021. The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA employer.

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA employer

Visit us at theatre.missouri.edu

Middle Tennessee State University
Head of Actor Training (# 130070)

Experience in instructing undergraduate acting (introductory and advanced acting classes), advising, directing one or more shows in the co-curricular season, and leadership within a large liberal arts training program of approximately 150 majors. Ability to teach in a range of performance areas, including musical theatre, classics, and contemporary plays and having expertise in at least two of the following areas: musical theatre, movement, voice, acting for the camera, or period styles. Ongoing professional activity in performance is expected.

Minimum Qualifications:

M.F.A. or equivalent required by appointment date.

Professional experience performing in theatre, television, and/or film; a vision for developing a large, liberal arts undergraduate acting program; an artist/scholar with sufficient ongoing professional activities record to achieve tenure at the level of associate or full professor required.


Full description and application instructions are at: https://mtsujobs.mtsu.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1254339829129 or visit MTSUJobs Online at https://mtsujobs.mtsu.edu/

Eastern Illinois University

Acting/Directing Specialist

Eastern Illinois University

Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities

Position Announcement Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities

Eastern Illinois University invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities. The College seeks a dynamic person to provide effective leadership and vision that advances the college and university missions and goals in an academic environment of excellence. The College of Arts and Humanities is comprised of 225 faculty members in nine academic departments representing the Arts (Art, Music, Theatre Arts) and the Humanities (English, Communication Studies, Foreign Languages, History, Journalism, Philosophy) as well as the Interdisciplinary Center for Global Diversity (African-American Studies, Asian Studies, Latin American Studies, Women’s Studies) and the Tarble Arts Center, a major cultural arts resource serving east-central Illinois. The College enrolls about 1800 majors and awarded 460 degrees in AY 2008-2009.

The College of Arts and Humanities Dean’s suite is housed in the newly renovated and expanded Doudna Fine Arts Center, Eastern Illinois University's newest architectural landmark, designed by the internationally renowned architect Antoine Predock, winner of the 2006 American Institute of Architects Gold Medal for Lifetime Achievement and the 2007 Smithsonian Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum's Gold Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Design

Responsibilities
The Dean’s responsibilities include:
Articulate a clear vision for the College and provide compelling leadership to realize the vision
Provide leadership to assist the College’s units in realizing “integrative learning” opportunities in all degree programs through which students are intentionally encouraged to reflect on the connections between their academic programs and their personal experiences and development.
Encourage creativity, innovation, scholarship, and interaction among faculty
Promote a climate in which excellence and creativity is fostered among both students and faculty.
Manage the quality and future directions of the undergraduate and graduate curricula
Provide skilled administrative leadership to facilitate decision making at all levels of the College
Execute responsible budget planning and fiscal management
Forge strong partnerships and collaborative relationships with local and regional off-campus constituencies in both the arts and the humanities.
Participate actively in public, private and corporate development activities and extramural fundraising efforts for the College.
Promote a positive work environment for staff, faculty, and students.
Foster diversity among faculty, staff, and students.

Qualifications
Qualified applicants must hold a terminal degree appropriate to one of the disciplines in the College with teaching, research/scholarly/creative achievement, and service commensurate with a tenured faculty appointment in one of the academic units within the College and demonstrate:
Significant administrative and budgetary experience in a higher education setting at the level of department chair, director or other senior level administrative position
Proven leadership ability including the ability to deal effectively with a diverse and broad range of constituencies and the skills necessary to lead a dynamic academic college
The ability to foster and promote the programs and activities of the College to on- and off-campus constituencies
Commitment to innovative undergraduate and graduate education
Outstanding oral and written communication skills
Commitment to enhancing diversity and equal opportunity for members of minority groups and women

Starting Date
July 1, 2010

Salary Range
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

Application Process
Review of completed applications will begin October 30, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. A complete application includes a letter of application specifically addressing the applicant’s strengths relative to the qualifications and responsibilities of the position, a current curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of five professional references. Candidates invited to continue with the search will be required to provide letters from references and official transcripts showing graduate degrees.

All application credentials, except for official transcripts, must be sent by email as Word or PDF attachments to Dr. Mary Anne Hanner, College of Arts and Humanities Dean Search Committee Chair, cahdean@eiu.edu.