Position Number Ftbd
Salary Competitive with Market
FLSA Exempt
Employment Status Full Time 9 Mos Regular
Appointment Type Full-time Non Tenure Track
General Description
The primary responsibilities of this position are teaching courses in stagecraft, applied theatre, and/or other courses based on departmental needs and areas of specialty.
Essential Job Duties
Setting and enforcing best safety practices and setting safe-use guidelines for use of all equipment and tools.
Overseeing the construction, installation, and strikes of all scenery for the Theatre Department’s season.
Daily operation, organization, and management of the scene shop.
Coordinating all technical needs for the department.
Creating build schedules for each departmental production.
Attend all technical rehearsals for productions.
Supervising student and work study crews to build scenic elements.
Advising production managers, directors, and designers on feasibility, cost, and equipment capabilities.
Attending all production meetings in the Department of Theatre.
Additional Duties
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree with significant professional experience at the regional level.
• University-level teaching experience (Graduate Assistantship experience included).
Preferred Education and Experience
MFA in Technical Director or related field.
Licenses, Certification or Registrations
None
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date 08/15/2024
Open Date 02/09/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Evaluation of candidates begins immediately and continues until position is filled.
References are contacted immediately after applications are submitted.
Additional Information
Full advertisement:
The University of Montevallo, College of Fine Arts, invites applicants for a full-time Instructor in Technical Direction beginning Fall 2024.
The primary responsibilities of this position are teaching courses in stagecraft, applied theatre, and/or other courses based on departmental needs and areas of specialty.
Responsibilities include:
· Setting and enforcing best safety practices and setting safe-use guidelines for use of all equipment and tools.
· Overseeing the construction, installation, and strikes of all scenery for the Theatre Department’s season
· Daily operation, organization, and management of the scene shop
· Coordinating all technical needs for the department.
· Creating build schedules for each departmental production
· Attend all technical rehearsals for productions
· Supervising student and work study crews to build scenic elements
· Advising production managers, directors, and designers on feasibility, cost, and equipment capabilities
· Attending all production meetings in the Department of Theatre
· Developing technical drafts from designer drawings
· Participation in department recruitment activities.
Required Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree with significant professional experience at the regional level.
· University-level teaching experience (Graduate Assistantship experience included).
Preferred Qualifications:
· MFA in Technical Direction or related field.
Additional Statement
The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status.
Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa.
No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.
Diversity Statement
In keeping with the charge of the President’s Diversity Task Force, which is “…to implement practices that help the University recruit and retain a diverse workforce and to foster initiatives that promote an inclusive campus environment,” UM is actively seeking applicants who fully represent racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity.
EEO Statement
UM is an AA/EO/Veterans/Disability Institution
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