Lecturer in Creative Arts - Theatre and Costumes

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Loudonville, NY Posted:

Jun 5, 2026

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Part-time Position ID:

201212

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Job Description:

The Creative Arts Department at Siena University invites applications for a part-time contract faculty position in Creative Arts to begin Fall 2026. Teach 3 sections of THTR262 Theatre Production. Manage the stock of costumes for the Theatre program, maintain inventory and track usage in one main-stage production per term, and one smaller student-run production. Supervise, engage with, and instruct THTR262 and Practicum students assigned to the costume shop in all aspects of the costume shop duties. Procure fabrics and other supplies for costume construction and track expenditures under direction of the Production Manager. Consult with Guest Artists. Drape costume mock-ups. Perform all skilled costume construction. Properly fit mock ups and finished costumes on actors. Design and Construct costume accessories and soft goods as they relate to the production. Participate in curricular assessments for personal professional development, and for departmental and college core curriculum assessment. Work with colleagues in a shared performing arts classroom space and participate in cleanup and organization. Participate in production meetings with theatre faculty and staff.

Requirements:

3 years of academic or professional theatre experience BA or BFA in Costume Design and technology is preferred Experience teaching at the college level is required. A background screening

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Pay Rate:

$1333.34 per contact hour •The hiring pay rate above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting in compliance with the Albany County Salary Transparency Law. Siena University is committed to attracting, supporting, and retaining a diverse faculty. We actively encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, veterans, and others from under-represented groups who may make a positive contribution to the diversification of ideas and perspectives. Siena University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All bargaining unit faculty members shall be covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Siena University and SEIU (Service Employees International United) Local 200

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit: Letter of application that addresses your qualifications and experience Current CV PDF Portfolio of recent work Contact information for 3 references A background screening will be required Review of application materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by Hide Main Navigation