Assistant Professor – Scenic Design Position Available In Montgomery, Tennessee

Assistant Professor – Scenic Design

Company:

Austin Peay State University

Job Location:

Clarksville, Tennessee

Category:

Theatre

Type:

Full-Time
Adjunct Position?
No Position Summary Austin Peay State University Department of Theatre and Dance seeks a qualified Scenic Designer to begin August 2025. The full-time faculty position will be tenure-track at the level of Assistant Professor.
The Theatre and Dance program at Austin Peay State University offers a BFA with concentrations in Acting, Dance, Design, Musical Theatre, and Stage Management, and a BA with concentrations in Theatre and Dance. Minors in Theatre and Dance are popular choices for many students. An intimate proscenium theatre seating just under 200 currently houses 4-5 productions each academic year, with a Laboratory Theatre space available for additional productions, student performances, and events. Theatre and Dance are integral parts of the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (www.apsu.edu/creativearts). A long established, state-funded initiative, APSU’s Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts, is designed to enhance the cultural environment of the university, community, and region through a diverse range of imaginative arts experiences. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Responsibilities of the job include:
Scenic design for the mainstage production season which may include supervision of student designers in scenic design, painting, and props.
Teaching core curriculum courses in technical theatre, scenic design, stagecraft, drafting and rendering, scenic painting and props, or other courses specific to the applicant’s training.
Participating in design curriculum development and continual assessment of BFA Design concentration.
Advise and mentor students effectively throughout their time in the program and help majors persist toward graduation.
Serve effectively on Departmental and University committees and other appropriate functions that assist in University governance.
Show a commitment to continued recruiting efforts as the program continues to grow.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of contemporary Scenic Design practices, specifically in technology.
Required Minimum Qualifications
MFA, or terminal degree, in scenic design or related field
A minimum of two years experience in university teaching.
A record of professional scenic production and design.
Additional experience in technical theatre and other design areas is a bonus.
A background search will be required of the successful applicant.