Assistant Teaching Professor of Theatre & Dance (Lighting Design)

The College Company Of William And Mary - Williamsburg, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Williamsburg, VA

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Teaching Professor of Theatre & Dance (Lighting Design) at William & Mary is a full-time, non-tenure track position focused on teaching and mentoring students in lighting design for theatre and dance. The role involves a 3-3 teaching load, with responsibilities including course instruction, advising, and participation in departmental productions. The successful candidate will contribute to the department's mission of integrating scholarly and artistic work, fostering an inclusive environment, and preparing students for responsive careers in the performing arts.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Lighting Design and other technical theatre topics.
• Contribute to design and implement lighting for departmental Main Stage productions.
• Advise and mentor students in their academic and professional pursuits.
• Develop and enhance curriculum related to lighting design.
• Maintain professional affiliations and engage in scholarly activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and students on various projects and productions.

Requirements

• MFA in Theatre or a related discipline from an accredited institution by August 10, 2025.
• At least one year of university teaching experience and professional credits in lighting design for stage.
• Documented evidence of teaching excellence and scholarly activities.
• Experience leading student or novice crews in stage lighting.
• Knowledge of OSHA and industry safety compliance rules.

Nice-to-haves

• University teaching experience/professional credits in sound design and/or multimedia/digital design.
• Experience in lighting for both theatre and dance.
• Experience with CAD drafting, preferably VectorWorks and Lightwright.
• Experience with automated lighting and show control.
• Proficiency in projection design and editing tools such as Q-Lab, Adobe Suite, and/or projection mapping software.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching.

Benefits

• Retirement plans
• Health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision
• Group and optional life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational assistance
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness benefits
• Access to fitness facilities on campus
• Robust holiday schedule