Location: Hempstead,NY, USA
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Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Scenic and Costume Design Position Number 999972 School/Division Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Humanties Department Full-Time or Part-Time Part-Time Description
The Department of Drama and Dance at Hofstra University seeks applications from innovative and collaborative artists to join our pool of adjunct faculty starting February 2025.
Adjunct Scenic/Costume Design faculty member responsible for teaching introductory and intermediate courses in theater design for mixed BA and BFA classes and mentor student designers in production. Ability to teach basic VectorWorks a plus. Attendance at some design meetings, production meetings, and dress rehearsals, in order to mentor students, is expected.
Adjunct faculty collaborate with full-time theatre and dance faculty and technical staff in all facets of department functioning.
Qualifications
* MFA in Theatre, or other terminal degree in Production/Design Area
* Professional theatrical design experience.
* Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion in an educational environment.
Preferred Quals Summary
* Minimum two years teaching at the University level preferred.
Special Instructions
Please upload the following with your application for consideration:
* Cover letter
* Curriculum vitae
* Digital portfolio or link to online portfolio or website documenting design work.
* Contact information for 3 references
Consideration for applications is ongoing. Inquiries should be directed to ...@hofstra.edu
Deadline Open until filled Tenure Track No Date Posted 02/06/2024 EEO Statement
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
Salary/Salary Range $1,387-$1,750 per credit
Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
* Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.