Instructor, Assistant Technical Director

Job Summary

The faculty of the Department of Theatre and Dance at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a , professional-track position at the rank of Instructor to begin January 1, . The position is a 9-month appointment with a workload equivalent to teaching four courses per semester divided among traditional teaching and technical direction for theatre productions. This is an annual appointment that may be renewed contingent upon Deans approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.

Job responsibilities will include serving as Assistant Technical Director for mainstage theatrical productions each year by helping faculty and staff achieve departmental production and educational goals. Under the direction of the Technical Director, the Assistant Technical Director oversees and constructs scenic elements that fulfill designers artistic visions. Duties include but are not limited to : maintaining equipment, inventory, and upkeep of shop and theatre spaces; interpreting construction drawings, building scenery, and purchasing materials and supplies for productions; managing projects, in collaboration with the Technical Director, to ensure the fulfillment of production vision, schedules, and deadlines; establishing and maintaining production budgets and expenditures; assisting with load into and load out of theatrical venues; teaching courses in stagecraft or related topics such as scenic design, advanced production design for theatre, elements of design, or special topics in theatre; and supervising staff and / or students who are employed and / or completing experiential, laboratory placements in theatre production studios while ensuring proper training and adherence to safety procedures / standards. This position requires being comfortable with heights and working on ladders, possession of a valid drivers license, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Successful candidates will be proficient in scenic carpentry, welding and metal working, computer-aided drafting, basic computer skills, and theatrical rigging, and possess basic understanding / experience in scenic painting, and properties construction.

The Department of Theatre and Dance is a dynamic, collaborative community that includes two of the Universitys most vibrant and visible programs. Students pursue a strong liberal arts undergraduate education or highly specialized graduate degrees in Acting, Theatre Design and Technology, Theatre Education, and Directing. Students gain practical experience and develop artistic skills through annual public performance seasons, educational conservatories, workshops, film projects, and community-engaged performances.

The Theatre program is committed to high quality productions as an essential component of preparing students for work in the profession. Our students perform in a range of unique venues, from historic, arena-style Longstreet Theatre to our intimate black box, all located across the Universitys downtown Columbia campus. Our venues include Longstreet Theatre ( seat arena stage), Drayton Hall ( seat proscenium theatre), The Lab Theatre (90 seat flexible black box), and Catawba Studio Theatre (60 seat flexible space).

The Department of Theatre and Dance is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST), National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD), and is a member of the University / Resident Theatre Association (U / RTA). The department offers the (directing, acting, and design emphasis in scenery, costume, or lighting), and degree programs in theatre. For more information about our department, please visit our website at Required Education and Experience

• Candidates must have an or in Theatre or comparable professional experience in technical direction for theatre by the start of the appointment.
• Successful candidates will be proficient in scenic carpentry, welding and metal working, computer-aided drafting, basic computer skills, and theatrical rigging.
• This position requires being comfortable with heights and working on ladders, possession of a valid drivers license, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications In addition to the required education and experience, candidates should possess basic understanding / experience in scenic painting and properties construction. Posting Detail Information Desired Start Date 01 / 01 / Job Open Date 08 / 22 / Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Review of applications begins October 15, , and will continue until the position is filled.

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Inquiries about the search and / or the position may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Senior Instructor, Sam Gross , at Quicklink for Posting EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV / AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. Supplemental Questions

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