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Temporary Instructor 9 Mo

Working Title Temporary Instructor of Theatre in Lighting and Sound Design 9 Mo

Position # F00233

Department Theatre

Employment Status:

Temporary (1 Year Assignment)

Type of Employment:

Faculty

# of openings:

1

Location:

ASU-Jonesboro

Proposed Salary Range:

Commensurate with Experience

Closing:

5/23/25

Please note: All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date. A-State participates in E-Verify.

Position Summary:

The Department of Theatre at Arkansas State University invites applications for a Full-Time Temporary Instructor of Theatre in Lighting and Sound Design. This is a 9-month teaching appointment for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

+ Teaching a 4/4 load (really 5/5), which typically includes one academic course, two laboratory sections, and serving as the lighting and sound designer for two productions each semester. Possible courses are Sound Design, Lighting Design, Principles of Stage Design, and Fine Arts Theatre (part of the General Education Humanities curriculum).

+ Serving as the Head Electrician and Audio Engineer for departmental productions.

+ Creating lighting plots, instrument schedules, channel lists, and programming lighting consoles.

+ Developing sound designs, including recording, editing, mixing, and programming playback software.

+ Maintaining inventory for all lighting and sound equipment, materials, and supplies.

+ Supervising and training student crews in lighting and sound design and technology.

+ Mentoring and supervising student designers.

+ Being available for student supervision during evening and weekend rehearsals and performances.

+ Occasionally transporting materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds with or without assistance.

+ Working collegially and collaboratively with students and faculty.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Applicant should present evidence of excellence in teaching, active scholarly and creative work, knowledge of current trends in the field, and artistic leadership in the areas of theatrical lighting and sound design.

General Days/Hours:

Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM plus additional hours for productions on weekends and weekday evenings.

Other:

Please upload the following:

- Cover letter addressing qualifications

- Curriculum vitae

- Indication of professional designs such as portfolio

- Teaching philosophy

- Contact information for five professional references

Transcripts will be requested by the search committee after initial screening of applicants.

For additional information, please contact: DayDay Robinson, Assistant Professor of Theatre and Chair of Search Committee: Temporary Instructor of Theatre. Email: [email protected]

Department Overview:

The Arkansas State University Department of Theatre offers rigorous theatre training in a liberal arts environment. Students receive a comprehensive education, whether choosing a general approach or the more select experiences within the three emphases: Acting, Design and Technology, or Musical Theatre. The curriculum is designed to combine classroom instruction with practical production experience, as both are integral to the student’s development. Classroom experiences provide theoretical, historical, and critical examinations of the theatre as art, craft, and discipline, while production experiences offer practical opportunities for exploring and applying these concepts. This liberal arts-based education provides opportunities to master critical thinking, communication, and creative problem-solving skills, preparing graduates to become engaged, thoughtful, and compassionate citizens of a global world.

Facilities:

The Department of Theatre is housed within Fowler Center, Arkansas State University's premier performing arts complex. The 344-seat Drama Theatre serves as the primary venue for plays and musicals, featuring stepped seating to maximize sight lines and acoustics designed for spoken drama productions. The proscenium features a 40’ x 20’ opening, and a complete catwalk system provides access for lighting and rigging areas. The stage house features a suspended floor and full fly-loft, rigged so that scenic properties may be “flown” out of view.

Adjacent to the Drama Theatre is the Simpson Theatre, a flexible black box space that allows for various configurations, providing students opportunities to develop skills required to work in many different kinds of venues.

Additional facilities include a Light Lab equipped with intelligent LED theatrical lighting and a small theatrical sound system, a Design Lab featuring Apple iMacs with CAD, lighting and sound design software, and access to Adobe’s Creative Cloud, as well as drafting tables and a wide-format printer. The Costume Shop is equipped with 14 Bernina sewing machines, industrial irons, sergers, a dye vat, cutting tables, and an embroidery machine. The Scene Shop is among the finest in the region, equipped with a variety of professional-grade stationary and portable power tools, as well as a 3D printer.

About Arkansas State University:

Arkansas State University (A-State), founded in 1909, is the second largest university in Arkansas and serves over 15,000 students. As a Carnegie Research 2 institution and the premier university of the mid-South, A-State is committed to teaching, research, and service. Located in Jonesboro, A-State offers a vibrant campus life with a diverse student body and a strong tradition of student-focused instruction. With more than 150 degree programs, including robust online offerings, A-State combines world-class research with academic excellence and is a catalyst for progress in the Delta and Mid-South region.

A-State is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence among its faculty and staff. A-State is dedicated to the goal of equal opportunity for all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

About Jonesboro:

Jonesboro is the regional hub of Northeast Arkansas for healthcare, entertainment, business and industry. It is the 5th largest city in Arkansas with a population of over 76,000. The Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) encompasses over 130,000 people. The A-State campus is centrally located in Jonesboro with the thriving downtown entertainment sector to the west and the growing Hilltop area to the east. Jonesboro provides convenient access to major markets via interstate and four-lane highways. Memphis, TN (1 hour), Little Rock, AR (2 hours), St. Louis, MO (4 hours), and Nashville, TN (4 hours).

Minimum Qualifications:

Expectations for minimum qualifications are as follows:

- M.F.A. in Lighting Design, Sound Design, or a closely related field, or equivalent professional experience.

- Demonstrated proficiency in both lighting and sound design for theatrical productions.

- Experience with digital and analog sound reinforcement devices and consoles.

- Knowledge of OSHA and industry safety compliance standards.

- Proficiency with QLab

Additional Considerations:

- Experience with projections design. § Proficiency in utilizing moving, intelligent, and LED lighting instruments.

- Membership in professional organizations such as IATSE, USA, USITT, etc.

- Current OSHA 30-Hour Training Program Certificate & DOL Card.

- Commitment to diversity and inclusion in educational settings.

- Proficiency with ETC light console.

- Proficiency with Yamaha and/or Behringer Sound Console.

E-Verify Participation Notice:

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf

E-Verify Right to Work:

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER\_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng\_Es.pdf