"Costume Design And Technology Lecturer"

Position Summary

The Department of Theatre and Dance at MSU Denver is seeking a Costume Design and Technology Lecturer. The Theatre and Dance program offers a BA in Theatre and a BFA with concentrations in Music Theatre and Applied Theatre Technology and Design. The Lecturer position is a full-time, 9-month academic appointment beginning Fall 2026 with the potential to be renewed on a year to year basis. The position reports to the Chair of the Theatre and Dance Department.

The Costume Design and Technology Lecturer will teach three classes and associated labs (9 credit hours), provide one costume design (3 credit hours), and BFA and costume shop support (3 credit hours) each semester. The position will teach a variety of theatre courses in rotation with other faculty, including Costume Technology, Costume Design, Wardrobe Skills, Costume History, Make-up Design, Production Analysis, Theatre Career Development, and Theatre Appreciation. This position will also provide costume design and costume construction supervision (in coordination with staff Costume Shop Manager) for theatre laboratory spaces and the Theatre Program productions in the King Center, a three- theatre facility (200-seat end stage, and a black box production studio with approximately 100 seats).

Responsibilities

• Teach three classes and associated labs (9 credit hours), provide one costume design (3 credit hours), and BFA and costume shop support (3 credit hours) each semester.
• Teach and supervise student crews in collaboration with the Costume Shop Manager.
• Work within costuming budgets and cultivate relationships with vendors and other craft people in the costuming industry.
• Develop external relationships to foster costume, technical, and related internships.
• Work with technical faculty and staff to develop and maintain theatre program curriculum, facilities, lab spaces, technology and storage.
• Work collaboratively with other faculty, students, staff, guest artists and diverse communities.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Arts Degree or Master of Fine Arts Degree in Costuming or related fields
• Experience, training, and demonstrated experience in Theatre or Film Costume Design and Costume Construction

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Fine Arts Degree in Costuming or related fields
• Experience in teaching Costume Technology, Costume Design, Costume History, Make-up Design, Production Analysis, Introduction to Theatre, and Graphics for Theatre
• Costume and make-up design experience with diverse populations

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this position is $53,000 - $58,000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training.

Instructions to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online at MSU Denver's career site, https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MSUDenver and search for JR104912.

To support a thorough evaluation of your qualifications and potential contributions as a faculty member, please upload the following required materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of Interest/cover letter that includes evidence of required and preferred qualifications
• Teaching philosophy (2 pages max). Focus on engagement with diverse students and how you will foster an inclusive classroom environment that removes barriers and promotes equitable access and advancement. Include examples from past experiences teaching and/or mentoring students
• A list of three references and their contact information

Due to volume of applications received, only applications completed as outlined above will be considered. Please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the Resume/Cover letter section of the application. A maximum of 5 files can be uploaded; you may combine all documents into one pdf file if needed.

References will not be contacted until later in the search process and only with the candidate's permission.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Deadline

Priority will be given to applications received through February 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM MST; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled