Instructor of Practice in Scenic Design

St. Lawrence University

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Instructor of Practice in Scenic Design

FLSA Exempt

Primary Responsibilities

St. Lawrence University invites applications for an Instructor of Practice in Scenic Design in our Performance and Communication Arts department. We seek artist-teachers committed to inclusive teaching in the liberal arts to join and expand our transdisciplinary curriculum that emphasizes theatre, performance, rhetoric, and communication. Possible courses include scenic design, scenic painting, props design, stagecraft, our Introduction to Theatre course (taught in rotation with colleagues), and other areas of the candidate’s specialty. The successful candidate will be required to teach 3 courses per academic year (organized as a 2-1 or 1-2 load based on department and university theatre needs). In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will serve as the resident scenic designer for University Theatre, assist the production manager/technical director in the scene shop during afternoon lab hours, and actively help supervise student crews. Other duties include maintaining the scenic painting and props areas and leading student workers, serving as a mentor to student-designers and technicians, and participating in recruitment and retention efforts. A successful applicant will actively participate in the life of the department through department meetings and professional development opportunities. This 10-month position begins the fall semester of 2027 (August 2027).

Minimum Qualifications

MFA in scenic design required, previous teaching experience in Higher

Education

• The successful candidate will have strong computer aided CAD skills, with a preference for candidates with strong working knowledge of AutoCAD or Vectorworks.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Professional design experience preferred.

Salary

$50,000-$55,000

Faculty Status Lecturer

Appointment Timing Full Year

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FA00231

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Reference Requests

Reference Request Details

Accept References Yes

Minimum Requests 3

Maximum Requests 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Sample Syllabi
• Design Portfolio (URL)

Optional Documents