Assistant or (Early) Associate Professor (Tenure-Track) in Lighting Design Location:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Open Date:
Oct 18, 2023
Description:
Tulane University's Department of Theatre and Dance is seeking a full-time, tenure-line faculty member with a specialization in Lighting Design at the rank of assistant or early associate professor. The department is in the process of revising its graduate curriculum, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to help shape the content and structure for future graduate cohorts. The department is committed to inclusive and equitable practices in work, teaching, and production. We are excited to bring innovative faculty members who can help us create a dynamic, inclusive, and progressive program.
We seek a candidate with strong collaboration and communication skills and professional network resources for MFA and undergraduates entering the field or for internships. Applicants must have the capacity to effectively teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and to engage in the collective life of the University through service and administrative roles. Excellent funding opportunities are available for work in the successful candidate's area of expertise.
Designers interact with students and faculty from within the department programs and across the institution, and so a demonstrated capacity and commitment to working well within team situations with inclusive and equitable practices is essential. The successful candidate will engage in positive collaborations with graduate student designers as well as fellow artists/faculty members and design teams to realize our productions. Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities: Mentor graduate and undergraduate lighting design students; teach classes in lighting design and related subjects at the graduate and undergraduate levels Oversee lighting area: set standards for all hanging, focusing, programming, cabling and rigging of equipment executed using student crews Communicate, collaborate, and act as Master Electrician where needed; work closely and effectively with Technical Director, shop supervisors, and other members of the production team in all phases of the production process Attend creative meetings, production meetings, paper and dry techs, as well as all technical and dress rehearsals Track expenditures and stay within budget by estimating design expenses, procuring equipment, materials, and expendables for productions Advise and supervise student Lighting Designers, Assistant Lighting Designers, and advise and supervise, with Lighting and Sound technician, MEs, lighting practicum students and lighting run crew for mainstage and studio seasons Train students in the safe use and maintenance of lighting consoles, dimmers, automated and conventional lighting fixtures, and associated equipment The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to: Creating and sustaining an environment of equity and inclusion in curriculum and work practices Utilizing mentoring techniques designed to increase the likelihood of success for every student. Creative collaboration Teaching excellence Building a national/international reputation as an artist/scholar Active participation in department activities (e.g. department meetings, area meetings, alumni events, University service, recruiting, and community outreach). Organizational and administrative service About the Department of Theatre & Dance
The Department of Theatre and Dance is currently in an exciting period of reimagining and expansion. We are hiring four full-time faculty positions and recently received a significant grant from the Louisiana Board of Regents to update the technology in our primary performance venue. We are excited to bring innovative faculty members who can help us create a dynamic, inclusive, and progressive program. We produce a fully-designed season of mainstage Theatre and Dance productions, often bringing exciting guest artists to work with our students (recent guests include Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Lynn Nottage, Israeli choreographer Ronit Ziv, and Broadway director Zhailon Levingston). In addition to faculty and guest artist led work, we offer opportunities for student-led projects in both dance and theatre.
Tulane is located in beautiful uptown New Orleans, a city known for its unique history, outstanding food, and rich arts and culture scene. As an R1 research institution, tenure is dependent on successful work in the field. In addition to working on campus, our faculty members and students are often employed in the vibrant professional film, television, and theatre communities in town. Family-Friendly Policies and Professional Development
We offer family-friendly policies and a range of professional development opportunities focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are dedicated to supporting our faculty, especially those from underrepresented groups, through mentoring and resources.
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree or commensurate professional experience Professional experience in lighting design University teaching experience Knowledge of contemporary training practices and techniques Preferred Qualifications: Design experience in both dance and theatre Capacity to work in at least one other area of design and advise in a third (sound and/or video preferred). Experience in curriculum development Commitment to creating and producing new work IATSE membership Application Instructions: To apply, submit the following to Interfolio: Letter of Application CV Statement of Teaching Philosophy - Please include how you acknowledge and address issues related to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in your pedagogy Sample of work (either link to on-line portfolio or uploaded examples of design projects) Contact information for three references Please reach out to the chair of this search, Associate Professor Leslie Scott, with any questions: .
Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages. Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane's Strategy for Tomorrow .
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