Assistant Professor of Theatre
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Department: Visual & Performing Arts
Work Type: Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Categories: Arts, Performing Arts
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Job Description Summary
The Visual and Performing Arts Department at Michigan Technological University seeks an Assistant Professor of Theatre beginning in August 2024. The position is focused on theatrical lighting--the successful candidate will teach lighting technology and lighting design courses in the B.S. Theatre and Entertainment Technology degree program. Duties include head electrician, lighting designer, and oversight of student electrics crews for 4 entertainment events each year.
Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply (https://www.mtu.edu/diversity-inclusion/).
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
Teach courses in lighting technology and lighting design.
Provide lighting designs for theatre division productions.
Serve as head electrician for theatre division productions.
Serve as a mentor of student lighting technicians.
Participate in department and university service as assigned.
Collaborate with faculty and staff in student recruitment.
Participate in academic assessment and curriculum development
Development of research/creative activities according to areas of expertise.
Integrate safety practices into daily activities and apply continuous improvement strategies to everyday work.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures (minimum requirements)
MFA or other terminal degree in theatrical lighting or related technical field completed by August 2024.
Required Experience (minimum requirements)
Demonstrated experience of lighting design for a range of entertainment events
Demonstrated experience in lighting technology and production
Demonstrated experience in light programming
Desirable Education and/or Experience
3 years of professional experience
Experience teaching at the undergraduate level (preferably as the instructor of record)
Experience in lighting design/production for:
o Themed entertainment
o Experiential events
o Concerts
o Architectural/retail clients
o Museums
o Trade shows
o TV/Film
Experience in projection design, and/or video system design and implementation
Experience teaching drafting for the entertainment industry
Experience with show control systems
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities (minimum requirements)
Vectorworks Spotlight and/or AutoCAD
Ability to manage and follow production budgets
Ability to use office productivity software (Google Suite, Microsoft Office), and online collaboration/teaching tools (eg. production management, video conferencing, Canvas LMS)
Ability to communicate and collaborate with an artistic/production team composed of both faculty and students, in coordination with design/tech faculty.
Ability to understand and meet the academic and artistic needs of students, both majors and non-majors.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
Experience or Interest in interdisciplinary arts collaboration.
Experience with the EOS family of ETC lighting consoles
Experience with additional lighting or technical software and hardware
Experience with moving lights and equipment
Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.
Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands
Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, wear and work in a harness, and to work at height
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
Employee Safety Overview
Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
Annual Data Security Training
Annual Title IX Training
Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Other Conditions of Employment:
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. This is not an E-Verified Position.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)
1
FLSA Status
Exempt
Appointment Term
9 months
Shift
Pay Rate/Salary
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Title of Position Supervisor
Department Chair
Posting Type
Internal & External
Dependent on Funding
No
Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)
Applicants will apply online at: www.jobs.mtu.edu/postings/TBD. Candidates will submit the following:
1) Cover letter
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Teaching Philosophy
Applicants may be required to submit a digital portfolio of work.
We strongly encourage applicants to address the required and desired qualifications in their cover letter along with an explanation of how they will contribute to the Vision and Mission of Michigan Tech.
Applicants will be asked to provide names and contact information for three references as part of the application process.
Questions may be addressed to Search Committee Chair, Kent Cyr, [email protected]
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Full consideration will be given to applicants who apply on, or before, December 1, 2023.
Additional Information
Michigan Technological University (www.mtu.edu), established in 1885, is a nationally recognized research university and a leader in science and engineering education. Michigan Tech ranks in the top tier of national universities, according to U.S. News & World Report's latest edition of America's Best Colleges. Michigan Tech is located in Michigan's scenic Upper Peninsula on the south shore of Lake Superior. Houghton and the surrounding Keweenaw Peninsula are well known for natural beauty and abundant outdoor activities in all seasons. Recently, Houghton was ranked in "The 100 Best Small Towns in America." Houghton provides a unique setting where natural beauty, culture, education, and the diversity of residents from around the world come together to provide a superb living experience.
Michigan Tech is an ADVANCE institution, one of a limited number of universities in receipt of NSF funds in support of our commitment to increase diversity and the participa
