Assistant Professor of Practice in Live and Screened Performance (Career-Track)

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice in Live and Screened Performance (LSP), beginning August 2026, with a specialization in acting and arts education. This renewable, non-tenure-track position plays a central role in advancing our BA in Live and Screened Performance by integrating rigorous classroom instruction with hands-on creative practice. The successful candidate will bridge performance practice, pedagogy, community engagement, and research by teaching acting and performance courses while also contributing expertise in K-12 arts education and the development of community-based youth programming.

TFTV is a vibrant, collaborative community of artists and scholars dedicated to storytelling across performance and media. The School offers nationally respected training in theatre arts, film and television production, musical theatre, and live and screened performance. Students learn in an environment that emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, professional preparation, and creative research.

With access to state-of-the-art production facilities, performance venues, and film production resources, TFTV prepares students to become innovative leaders in the performing and media arts industries.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate acting and performance courses, including foundations in performance, creative drama and improvisation, intro to theater education, social emotional learning through theater, foundations of arts education, and other approaches aligned with the candidate's expertise.
• Provide students with a strong foundational vocabulary and practical techniques for character development and performance.
• Integrate experiential learning, critical analysis, collaboration, and professional preparation into all courses, supporting the Provost's "Success for Every Student" priorities.
• Mentor students, fostering artistic growth, disciplined practice, and creative leadership.
• Develop and lead K-12 arts education initiatives and community-based youth development programs that extend the School's impact beyond the university.
• Cultivate partnerships with local schools, arts organizations, and community groups to support access to arts education.
• Create a pluralistic learning environment that promotes dignity, belonging, and empowerment for all students.
• Maintain an active professional profile as a performing artist and educator, contributing to the vitality and visibility of the program.
• Participate in service and outreach to the School, College, University, community, and profession.
• Collaborate with colleagues on recruitment initiatives, community engagement events, festivals, auditions, and other public-facing activities.
• Contribute to a collegial, collaborative culture that advances TFTV's mission and strengthens connections across performance disciplines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Collaborative team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement arts education programming for K-12 and community youth populations.
• Ability to mentor student of various backgrounds in a student-centered learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Theatre, Acting, Arts Education, or a related field with specialization in K-12 arts education.
• Demonstrated record of successful teaching at the university and/or K-12 level.
• Professional experience as an actor and/or teaching artist.
• Experience developing or leading arts programs for youth or community settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Arts Education.
• Record of community-engaged practice that thoughtfully collaborates with schools, youth organizations, or arts institutions.
• Experience building sustained partnerships with K-12 systems or community-based organizations.
• Experience advising and mentoring a variety of undergraduate student populations.
• A regional or national profile through teaching, performance, or arts education leadership.
• Demonstrated experience teaching and implementing intimacy practices and protocols in theatre and performance settings.