Technical Director and Lecturer

The Department of Theatre and Dance at Cornell College invites applicants for a staff Lecturer in Theatre and Dance starting fall 2026.

The technical director is responsible for the technical direction and sound design for all departmental productions, and teaches two courses annually. There is an opportunity for additional design work with additional compensation based upon availability and expertise. This is a full-time, ten-month appointment. Appointment to begin in August 2026.

MFA in Theatre Production and Technology or related field required or equivalent professional experience. Degree in Technical Direction strongly preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in technical direction and sound design required.

Organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; technical writing skills and strong interpersonal communication skills; experience with AutoCAD systems required; experience with analog and digital sound systems desirable. Must be able to lift 50 lbs above head.

The Department seeks individuals committed to excellence and innovation in undergraduate education.

Cornell’s One Course At A Time academic calendar is divided into eight 3½ week blocks in which students take and faculty teach a single course. The college encourages interdisciplinary interests among its faculty and the development of teaching strategies that capitalize on our distinctive academic calendar. One Course At A Time allows us the freedom to take students off-campus without impinging on other course commitments. In addition, class size is limited to 25 students, and upper-level courses are often smaller.