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Notice of Nondiscrimination Working Title Assistant Professor of Practice Department Johnny Carson School-Theatre & Film-1033 Requisition Number F_260112 Posting Open Date 10/07/2026

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(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 12/01/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Description of Work Position Overview We seek a collaborative technical leader with comprehensive expertise in scenic construction and engineering, rigging and safety, fabrication, and related production disciplines, along with experience with contemporary entertainment technologies such as Vectorworks and/or AutoCAD, automation and show-control systems, CNC fabrication, and 3D printing. The successful candidate will be committed to practice-based learning and understand how foundational craft knowledge informs and enhances technological innovation. They will bring a passion for interdisciplinary collaboration and preparing students for current and future career paths across the entertainment industry. We seek a colleague who is curious about new technologies and methodologies, comfortable working in an evolving educational and production environment, and interested in contributing to the continued development of the School's curriculum and pedagogical approaches. The successful candidate will have experience managing complex technical operations; demonstrated project-management and leadership skills; and the ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, guest artists, and industry partners. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership and Production

• Oversee the physical construction and engineering aspects of School productions, including rigging, fabrication, and safety.
• Develop and implement technical systems supporting both conventional and emerging production methodologies.
• Integrate new production technologies into existing production processes and workflows.
• Provide technical leadership and problem-solving across the School's production activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff across Entertainment Design & Production, Theatre, Film, and Emerging Media Arts to develop shared technical resources and workflows.
• Maintain and advance professional standards for safety, fabrication, rigging, and technical production. Teaching and Mentorship Teach and mentor students in technical theatre, entertainment technology, fabrication, and evolving production methodologies. Depending upon curricular needs and the candidate's areas of expertise, courses may include:
• Computer-Aided Drafting
• Automation and Computer-Controlled Systems
• Rigging
• Special Effects
• Metalworking
• Entertainment Engineering
• Advanced Materials and Fabrication
• Advanced Carpentry
• CNC and Dimensional Printing Technologies The successful candidate will mentor students through hands-on, practice-based learning and help them connect foundational construction and fabrication skills with contemporary entertainment technologies. Curriculum and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Develop course work within the curricular structure that connects traditional craft, fabrication, engineering, and emerging production technologies.
• Foster interdisciplinary learning opportunities across theatre, film, and emerging media.
• Explore new technologies, methodologies, and teaching approaches as entertainment production continues to evolve.
• Contribute, as appropriate, to online and digitally supported curriculum development. Facilities and Technical Resources
• Contribute to the strategic development of technical facilities supporting the School's expanding curricular and production needs.
• Help oversee scene shops, fabrication spaces, prop and storage areas, and associated making and production facilities.
• Ensure that facilities and technical practices meet current safety standards while supporting innovative production practices.
• Participate in planning for equipment, technologies, and infrastructure supporting Entertainment Design & Production and interdisciplinary production. Professional and Industry Engagement
• Maintain active engagement with current practices and emerging technologies within the entertainment industry.
• Help develop student connections to internships, apprenticeships, professional opportunities, and industry partners.
• Represent the School through appropriate professional organizations, conferences, and industry engagement.
• Contribute to conversations about the changing nature of technical production and entertainment education. Minimum Required Qualifications
• BFA in Technical Theatre or a related field with significant professional experience in lieu of a terminal degree.
• Minimum two years of professional experience in technical direction or related production work for live entertainment.
• Demonstrated expertise in traditional theatrical craft, construction, fabrication, and contemporary entertainment technology.
• One year of collegiate teaching experience or equivalent professional training, mentorship, or instructional experience.
• Demonstrated project-management and leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications
• MFA in Technical Theatre or a related field
• Five or more years of professional experience in technical direction or related entertainment production.
• Two or more years of teaching experience in higher education.
• Experience with emerging technologies such as automation, virtual production, motion capture, real-time systems, interactive media, or advanced digital fabrication.
• Experience in film production, themed entertainment, immersive experiences, live events, or other forms of mediated entertainment.
• Professional connections across entertainment technology, themed entertainment, live performance, film, or related industries.
• Experience developing curriculum, including online or digitally supported modalities.
• Professional certifications in relevant software, safety practices, rigging, fabrication, or technical systems.

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Criminal History Background Check Required No Posted Salary How to Apply The search committee will begin reviewing applications December 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants must click on "Apply for this job", complete the form and submit the following:

• Cover letter addressing the applicant's vision for technical theatre and entertainment production education in a technology-rich, interdisciplinary environment.
• Comprehensive CV highlighting relevant professional and teaching experience.
• Teaching philosophy, maximum two pages.
• Link to online portfolio of technical and production work, including examples such as technical drawings, process documentation, fabrication work, and concept-to-completion examples.
• Contact information for three professional references.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Hank Stratton, hstratton2@unl.edu Job Category Job Category (old) Faculty Non-Tenure Leading Job Type Full-Time Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No If Temporary, indicate end date Planned Hire Date 08/16/2027 Appointment End Date Organizational Location Default Location Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae List of References Other Document Online Portfolio Optional Documents