Lecturer in Technical Theatre/ Technical Director

Job Details

Position: Lecturer in Technical Theatre/ Technical Director

Department: Music and Performing Arts

Date Posted: 05/22/2025

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Description

Rich in history, steeped in tradition, Hampton University as a dynamic, progressive institution of higher education, provide an entire range of technical, liberal arts, and graduate degree programs. In addition to being one of the top historically, black universities in the world, Hampton University as a tightly-knit community of learners and educators, representing 49 states and 35 territories and nations. The department of music and performing arts at Hampton University, which houses the BA in Music (Performance and Music Education Pre-Certification), BS in Music Technology, BS, in Audio Production, BA in Theatre (Performance and Technical Theatre) is seeking to fill a faculty position at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2025.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate must be committed to teaching undergraduate courses, such as a Stagecraft, Lighting Design, Scene Design, and other discipline related topics. The individual will oversee the theatre performance space, construction shop, props, lights and other related areas. The successful candidate is expected design and lead construction of the set, lights, props and running crews for 3-4 shows per year. Candidates should demonstrate dedication to the progress of the Music and Performing Arts Department, the School of Liberal Arts and Education, and the university, through service activities.

Qualifications

Qualified candidate must have an earned BA or a BFA degree in technical theatre, or a closely related field from an accredited university. Experience in and evidence of successful teaching is preferred. Demonstrated achievement as a technical director and designer through a portfolio that documents, professional activity, and productions is required. Documented proficiency in stagecraft, lighting design, stage management, theory and practical skills in theatre is needed. Compensation is commensurate with the credentials and experience.

How to Apply

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates must submit a completed application for faculty employment, a cover letter specifically addressing suitability for the position, resume, three professional letters of reference with contact information and an official transcript from the institution awarding the degree. Applications must be emailed to each of the following: