Job Description

The Department of Theatre at Oklahoma State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Scenic Design to begin fall 2025. The successful candidate must be highly dedicated to undergraduate research, teaching, and mentoring. They will teach design production elements and technical theatre courses from a dynamic intercultural perspective and possess a profound commitment to the collaborative artistic process.

The Oklahoma State University Department of Theatre offers undergraduate programs that immerse students in the theatrical arts through high-quality teaching, research, and outreach. The department provides a comprehensive BA in Theatre, a BFA in Acting, and a BFA in Musical Theatre. Through enriching experiences, we ignite students' passion for the performing arts and empower them to become versatile artists, leaders, and visionaries.

Responsibilities:

1. Teach undergraduate courses in design and technology, including design principles, scenic art, properties, portfolio development, and practicum courses.
2. Collaborate with other faculty members and production teams to integrate and provide evocative and innovative scenic designs for theatrical productions and interdisciplinary projects.
3. Mentor and advise students in their design projects, providing constructive feedback and guidance throughout the creative process.
4. Head the design, creation, and application of scenery, properties, and scenic art for department theatrical productions and interdisciplinary projects.
5. Stay current with advancements and research in scenic design technology and techniques and incorporate relevant updates into the curriculum.
6. Participate in departmental meetings and other activities while adhering to guidelines and deadlines that contribute to the overall growth and development of the theatre program.
7. Engage in service-related initiatives to benefit the university, professional endeavors, and the local community.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

1. MFA in Theatrical Design and Technology or a related area of study

2. Evidence of high-quality creative research with a trajectory of building a national profile.

3. Evidence of successful college or university-level teaching and mentorship

4. Portfolio of professional scenic design work and experience that showcases creative vision and originality.

5. Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Vectorworks, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.

6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively mentor and collaborate with students and colleagues.

About Oklahoma State University

With a 130-year history, Oklahoma State University is one of the nation's most comprehensive land-grant university systems. The OSU System has over 34,000 students, 7,400 employees, and campuses in Stillwater, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Okmulgee. Exceptional strengths in the sciences, social sciences, and arts and humanities in the College of Arts and Sciences as well as institutional strengths in engineering, agriculture, and business are distinguishing features of the University. The OSU System includes the Center for Health Sciences (CHS) in Tulsa and faculty in Psychology have collaborated with researchers at CHS.

Additionally, OSU has graduated more than 264,000 students to serve the state of Oklahoma, the nation, and the world. Over the past two years, President Kayse Shrum and Provost and Senior Vice President Jeanette Mendez – OSU's transformational leadership team- have taken steps to advance the institution further by developing a strategy for the next era of OSU. The universitysystem strategy focuses on OSU becoming the nation's preeminent land-grant institution.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, digital portfolio/link to website, and contact information from a minimum of three professional references. For full consideration, please submit application materials by February 17th, 2025. However, applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

Anticipated start date: August 1, 2025

Salary: 60-70,000 contingent upon available funding.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Oklahoma State University as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit https:///eeo.okstate.edu