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Job Posted: 10/13/2026

Company Name: University of California, Irvine – Dept of Drama

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 7/1/2027

Responsibilities:

The Opportunity
The Department of Drama at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Teaching in Stage Management (and/or Entertainment Management). We seek a stage management or entertainment management educator and practitioner who will help shape the department’s future and advance the excellence, reach, and national recognition of its Stage Management program. The successful candidate will bring current professional knowledge, a thoughtful approach to teaching, and the ability to turn developments in live performance into meaningful opportunities for students. This work aligns with the department’s vision of cultivating critically engaged artists through new theatrical work and emergent forms, grounding in the established repertoire, and collaboration across Claire Trevor School of the Arts (UCI Arts), UCI, the region, and the nation.

Undergraduate and graduate education are equally important to this appointment. We seek a colleague who values introducing students to stage management as deeply as mentoring experienced graduate students toward collaborative leadership. In partnership with the Head of Stage Management, faculty, staff, and guest artists, this individual will strengthen the relationship between classroom learning, production practice, and students’ professional lives.

Stage management expertise is central to the position. We also welcome a complementary strength in production management, producing, directing, themed entertainment, design, and/or other related areas. This additional expertise is preferred, rather than required, and may inform new courses, curriculum, collaborative projects, or other contributions aligned with departmental needs and the candidate’s strengths.

The Program
UCI currently has a growing undergraduate population of theatre makers in all areas, including stage management, and offers a three-year M.F.A. in Stage Management. In the undergraduate stage management framework, students take an introductory course (which will have its content paired with another design area in future quarters) and may take classes in advanced topics, production participation, some graduate-level opportunities, and Honors in Stage Management. The graduate stage managers’ course of study combines rotating advanced coursework, mentored production assignments, professional internship experience, and a culminating thesis project. In addition, graduate students are given 50% Academic Student Employee Teaching Assistantships, supervised by faculty. Students serve as stage managers or assistant stage managers on all UCI productions, though this position may include serving as a stage manager on a production if needed, mentoring a student stage management team. These pathways connect students with opportunities to develop across theatre, musical theatre, dance, concerts, opera, themed entertainment, and special events.

Teaching and Workload
The assigned teaching load is seven formal courses per academic year, distributed across fall, winter, and spring quarters, generally two or three courses per quarter. Production mentorship, advising, and university service are additional responsibilities. Instruction and mentorship are primarily conducted in person on the Irvine campus; production mentoring includes some evening and weekend commitments.

Teaching is the primary responsibility and principal criterion for advancement in the Professor of Teaching series. The appointment also requires professional and/or scholarly achievement, including creative activity, and university and public service. Professional activity should sustain current expertise and contribute to the discipline and/or its teaching at a scope appropriate to this teaching-focused appointment.

Responsibilities

  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in stage management and related areas, with clear learning outcomes, engaging instruction, useful feedback, and fair assessment. Potential course assignments include Drama 50E/K Introduction to Stage Management; Drama 81: Laboratory for Creative Collaboration; Drama 254 Graduate Stage Management (with variable topics), and other courses matched to departmental needs and expertise.
  • Mentor undergraduate and graduate stage managers throughout preparation, rehearsal, technical rehearsals, performances, and reflection. Support production projects and thesis work, and help students develop independent judgment, artistic collaboration, and professional accountability.
  • Teach the practical and interpersonal dimensions of the art of stage management, including documentation, rehearsal and performance systems, cueing, communication, team leadership, conflict resolution, labor agreements, and professional ethics.
  • Advance curriculum and production learning with attention to changing technologies, digital workflows, access, consent-based practices, safety, and sustainable work practices. Help students evaluate new tools critically and adapt practices to different production contexts.
  • Collaborate on program development, student recruitment and admissions, advising, and assessment. Help build professional partnerships, guest artist opportunities, internship pathways, and alumni connections that strengthen student preparation and the program’s national visibility.
  • Work constructively with faculty, staff, students, and guest artists on production processes and shared departmental priorities. Contribute complementary expertise through teaching or creative projects as appropriate to an agreed scope of responsibilities, including interdisciplinary collaborations that help students develop work and connect it with audiences beyond UCI.
  • Maintain a continuing record of professional, scholarly, and/or creative achievement with evidence of quality, impact, and external recognition. Possibilities include professional stage management or related creative work; publications; conference presentations; pedagogical inquiry; or development and dissemination of stage management methods and resources.
  • Participate in departmental, school, university, and professional service; maintain accessible student support, timely grading, and effective course communication; and contribute to a respectful learning and working environment.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Required Qualifications

  • An M.F.A. in Stage Management, Theatre, Drama, or a related field, or commensurate professional experience demonstrating equivalent preparation for this faculty appointment.
  • A substantial record of professional stage management or entertainment management experience demonstrating command of contemporary rehearsal, technical, and performance practices, as well as collaborative leadership.
  • Evidence of effective teaching sustained educational or professional mentorship, with the ability to teach and mentor both undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students/collaborators from varied backgrounds and experience levels, using accessible instruction and respectful, consent-based practices.
  • Evidence of professional, scholarly, and/or creative achievement and a credible plan for continued activity appropriate to the Professor of Teaching series.

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include college teaching experience; experience across multiple production genres or entertainment settings; a complementary area of expertise; curriculum or program development; and professional relationships that can support student learning and career development. Knowledge of and/or membership in Actors’ Equity Association and other relevant labor or professional organizations is valuable. Applicants are encouraged to apply even without every preferred qualification.

Compensation/Benefits: 

The salary range for this position is $93,500-$104,300.

Search Closing Date:

12/13/2026

How to Apply: 

Apply at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10472

Job Posted: 10/13/2026

Company Name: Florida State University School of Dance

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 8/1/2027

Responsibilities:

The Florida State University School of Dance seeks a dynamic, collaborative leader to fill an Open Rank faculty position in Lighting and Visual Design while serving as Director of Production. This hybrid faculty-administrative position combines teaching, creative research, student mentorship, production design, and oversight of the School’s production operations.

Responsibilities:

Teaching and Student Mentorship

  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in lighting design, visual design, projection design, stage technology, and related areas of expertise.
  • Develop and teach elective courses aligned with the candidate’s specialized knowledge and creative practice.
  • Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in coursework, production assignments, portfolio development, and professional preparation.
  • Serve on graduate thesis and dissertation committees and support student research and creative activity.
  • Supervise and guide student lighting and visual designers through all phases of production.

Creative Activity and Production Design

  • Serve as the resident lighting designer for School of Dance productions.
  • Design lighting and visual elements for departmental performances, concerts, and special events.
  • Collaborate with faculty choreographers, guest artists, and production personnel to create cohesive artistic experiences.
  • Integrate lighting, projection, digital media, and emerging technologies into performance environments as appropriate.
  • Maintain an active record of creative and/or scholarly achievement consistent with tenure-track expectations.

Director of Production

  • Provide leadership for the planning and execution of the School’s annual production season.
  • Coordinate the production calendar, including rehearsals, technical rehearsals, performances, and special events.
  • Work closely with the Production Manager, Production Assistant, faculty, staff, and guest artists to ensure effective production operations.
  • Supervise technical production personnel, student employees, and production crews.
  • Manage production-related budgets, equipment inventories, and resource allocation.
  • Oversee the maintenance and safe operation of lighting, projection, and production equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with university and industry safety standards and best practices.

Service and Leadership

  • Participate in School, College, and University governance through committee service and other assigned responsibilities.
  • Contribute to recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.
  • Engage in professional service at the regional, national, and/or international levels.
  • Support the School’s mission through collaborative leadership and active participation in institutional initiatives.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Terminal degree (M.F.A. or equivalent) in Lighting Design, Theatrical Design, Dance Production, Theatre, Dance, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of five years of professional experience in lighting design, with significant experience designing for dance performance.
  • Demonstrated expertise in lighting design processes, technologies, and production practices.
  • Evidence of achievement in creative and/or scholarly work.
  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching, mentoring, and collaborative artistic practice.
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills.

Compensation/Benefits: 

Minimum starting salary of $74,000

FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our FSU Total Rewards website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.

Use our FSU Total Compensation Calculator to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.

Search Closing Date:

12/31/2026

How to Apply: 

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Faculty Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu) by searching for Job ID 63467. If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Applicants are required to submit:

  • Examples of excellence in research or creative activity or excellence in teaching.
  • CV
  • One-page statement of their accomplishments over the last five years.
  • Discussion of their teaching, research and service (no longer than six pages).
  • Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references.

Confidential Letters of Reference: This position requires that you have three confidential professional letters of recommendation submitted on your behalf. Follow the steps below to request these letters through our system:

  1. After submitting your application, click the Explore Jobs link;
  2. Click the My References link;
  3. Click the Send/View Reference Request button next to the appropriate position; and
  4. Follow the steps on that page to send your references a system generated email requesting they submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf.

You may also return to the My References link and click on “Send/View Reference Request” to see if your references have responded, add additional references, or resend requests.

Candidates who currently hold tenure and are seeking appointment with tenure at Florida State University will need to submit the materials for evaluation if selected. These materials are required to support the tenure review process at the time of hire. Finalists may be asked to provide the below additional documentation as part of the evaluation.

  • Examples of excellence in research or creative activity or excellence in teaching.
  • CV
  • One-page statement of their accomplishments over the last five years.
  • Discussion of their teaching, research and service (no longer than six pages).
  • Three outside letters of recommendation directed specifically to Florida State University. No professional relationships should exist between the candidate and the external reviewer. Relationships include, but are not limited to, student- teacher (including dissertation committee chairs and members), colleagues in graduate school, former departmental colleagues, collaborators, and co-authors. These letters should be sent to Ian Williams, Senior
  • Administrative Specialist, directly from the external reviewer.

Additional Information:

The College of Fine Arts at Florida State University is dedicated to fostering artistic excellence, creative exploration, and scholarly inquiry across a variety of disciplines. Our renowned faculty and staff educate and empower students to become visionary performers, artists, educators, art historians, designers, curators, art therapists, researchers, and arts administrators who shape the future of the visual arts, healing arts, performing arts, and design. Through passionate teaching, community engagement, innovative research, and artistic practice we enrich lives, elevate artistic expression, and inspire positive change and well-being in society.

Dance has been included in Florida State University’s offerings for over 90 years, with a major degree program for more than sixty of those years. It has been recognized as a leader among college dance programs. Graduates of our programs include dancers, teachers, scholars, and leaders in companies, schools, universities, and art organizations in the United States and abroad. Montgomery Hall is one of the best dance facilities in the nation. The Maggie Allesee National Center for Choreography (MANCC) is an internationally recognized dance research center and part of the School of Dance. This unique and visionary institute brings a steady stream of prominent and emerging dance artists to campus to create and develop the work that the rest of the world will experience in years to come. Add to this mix an esteemed faculty and talented students, and it is easy to see why we are excited for what is to come.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Job Posted: 10/9/2026

Company Name: Towson University

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 8/1/2027

Responsibilities:

The College of Fine Arts and Communications invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in the Department of Theatre Arts. This colleague will teach in the BFA in Acting track and help lead the program’s growing musical theatre offerings, including the upcoming musical theatre minor. Preferred start date August, 2027.

Responsibilities:

Faculty are assigned an instructional workload of 3/3, with primary responsibility for required courses in the BFA in Acting and reassigned time for directing and production responsibilities.

  • Ability to teach musical theatre courses, including Acting for Musical Theatre, Dance the Scene (Dance for the Actor), and Advanced Musical Theatre.
  • Ability to teach non-musical acting courses, including Acting I, Acting II, Intermediate Scene Study, and Movement I and II.
  • Direct productions in the mainstage season, as opportunities arise.
  • Support non-musical productions with dance and/or movement direction.
  • Collaborate with faculty in the Departments of Music and Dance to support and build the musical theatre program.
  • Advise and mentor student projects in areas such as new work development and educational outreach.
  • Support and contribute to the department’s educational outreach efforts.
  • Participate actively in student recruitment and retention, including BFA auditions, college festivals, Unifieds, and outreach to prospective students, with particular attention to building the musical theatre program. This will include participation in musical theatre auditions once the minor is established.
  • Provide service to the department, college, university, and community.
  • Maintain an active record of creative activity and/or scholarship.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative teaching artist committed to student creativity and success, able to teach across both musical and non-musical performance, and engaged in ongoing creative activity and/or scholarship.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Required:

  • MFA in Acting preferred, but related terminal degrees will be considered.
  • Demonstrated excellence teaching acting across both musical and non-musical performance.
  • Training in a recognized pedagogy of movement for the actor.
  • A comprehensive view of the theatre discipline and the ability to teach and mentor students within a liberal arts education.
  • A record of professional creative activity and/or scholarship.

Ideal candidates will have experience engaging with theatre, including the development of new work, that reflects a broad range of communities, identities, and lived experiences, and demonstrates a commitment to inclusive artistic and educational practices.

Skills in areas such as music direction or vocal coaching for singers are a welcome bonus, but they are not required, and candidates without them are encouraged to apply.

Compensation/Benefits: 

Targeted salary range: $67,000-70,000 commensurate with experience.

Benefits: TU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health, life and retirement plans; and tuition remission.

Search Closing Date:

1/1/2027

How to Apply: 

Application Process:

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Applicants should submit:

  1. Letter of application addressing qualifications for the position.
  2. Curriculum vitae.
  3. Statement of teaching philosophy.
  4. Link to website or portfolio of creative work
  5. Names and contact information for three professional references.

All applicants must apply through Taleo using the URL below.

https://towson.taleo.net/careersection/fac_ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=260000PS

Additional Information:

About Towson University:

Towson University (TU) is one of the nation’s top 100 public universities. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

About the Department:

The Department of Theatre Arts is housed within the College of Fine Arts and Communication and is dedicated to preparing emerging theatre artists through rigorous coursework, hands-on production experience, and engagement with professional practices. Students participate in a diverse production season and work closely with faculty who are active artists, scholars, and educators.

Job Posted: 10/8/2026

Company Name: California State University Fullerton

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 8/16/2028

Responsibilities:

California State University Fullerton’s Department of Theatre and Dance is welcoming applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Directing. CSUF serves a diverse student population, inclusive of first-generation students, commuter students, adult learners, and working students; the Assistant Professor of Directing should anticipate providing mentorship that supports students’ artistic development with flexibility to meet individual learning needs. In addition, it is expected that faculty in this position will shape the directing curriculum across Theatre BA, BFA and MFA programs, as well as direct department productions as part of their teaching workload. As a tenure-track professor, the work of this position includes teaching, scholarship, and service.
https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/fl/en-us/job/562537/assistant-professor-of-directing

Qualifications/Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Teaching
The CSUF Department of Theatre and Dance is seeking an artistically active educator committed to mentoring students’ artistic and holistic development and to training future directors. The successful candidate will demonstrate adaptability in teaching undergraduate and graduate coursework in group settings and through individual mentorship. This position’s primary teaching responsibility is undergraduate coursework in directing–a requirement for all undergraduate students within our department–and graduate coursework in directing. This position will also direct productions annually as part of its teaching load. We therefore welcome applicants whose teaching is informed by a broad range of experience directing in a variety of venues and genres. As a department with a vibrant range of BA, BFA, and MFA offerings, we enthusiastically invite applicants to highlight how their secondary areas of expertise will broaden the learning opportunities available to our students; candidates are encouraged to communicate additional coursework you may wish to propose or teach.

Scholarship
Faculty are expected to remain artistically engaged with the ever-evolving field of theatre and performance, and to contribute to the evolution of the craft. This may take the form of directing or other professional creative work at outside institutions, scholarly publications, or presentations of work at external professional conferences. The CSUF Department of Theatre and Dance considers creative work outside of the university as practice-based scholarship and encourages those who wish to remain artistically active to apply. A successful candidate will be invited to outline their current and ongoing artistic engagement with the field and speak to how they plan to balance that work with teaching.

Service
All faculty in our department collaborate on a variety of committees to promote the success of the department as a whole and to continue enhancing the education we offer to our students. The candidate hired into this position will be expected to have a vision for directing coursework and for the department as a whole, and will be ready to collaborate with the faculty and staff in other areas of the department. A successful candidate will demonstrate awareness of the unique requirements of theatre in higher education and the potential to collaborate ethically and effectively with a diverse student population, staff, and faculty within higher education.

Compensation/Benefits: 

Compensation
The Assistant Professor 2027-28 classification salary range is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $7,139 to $7,282 per month, to be determined in alignment with union guidelines.

Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work (https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/california_equal_pay_act.htm).

Summer research grants, moving expenses, start‐up funds, and a reduced teaching load may be available.

CSUF Benefits
An excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee‐waiver; access to campus child‐care; and a defined‐benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness.

Search Closing Date:

12/15/2026

How to Apply: 

A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/workforce/careers.html, choose full-time faculty, search for the position 562537, and provide the following required materials:

  • Cover letter addressing the required qualifications.
  • Curriculum vitae listing the candidate’s experience in teaching, scholarship and creative activity, and service.
  • Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are sufficient for initial review).
  • Teaching philosophy describing the candidate’s approach to teaching, their professional development as a teacher, and capacity to teach graduate and undergraduate coursework in directing (suggested max 1 page).
  • Statement of scholarly/creative practice clarifying the candidate’s current projects and providing an overview of the scope and plans for continuing scholarly and artistic engagement within the field while teaching (suggested max 1 page).
  • Commitment to inclusive excellence that illustrates the applicant’s aspirations for supporting the artistic and academic development of students inside and outside the classroom. This statement should showcase the candidate’s approach to creating an academic environment supportive of all students and the candidate’s commitment to embedding perspectives and approaches that uplift the identities of our student body and community in the candidate’s approach to teaching and directing (no more than 500 words):
    • Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. It’s a way of thinking and acting that integrates these values into all aspects of an institution, from curriculum and pedagogy to recruitment and hiring. Essentially, it means that excellence is not just about achieving high standards, but also about ensuring that all members of the community have the opportunity to thrive and contribute (Williams et al., 2005).
    • With the Inclusive Excellence Statement, we aim to learn about the applicant’s perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidate’s professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students, including but not limited to those of diverse ages, abilities, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, languages, religions, and sexual orientations.
    • Cal State Fullerton serves a student body that reflects the rich cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic mosaic of Southern California. Please provide concrete examples of how you, as a faculty member, will support our students in one or more of the following areas, which fall under the areas of awareness and understanding, experience and commitment, and future plans.
      1. Your contributions (past, present, or future) to embedding perspectives that are reflective of the student population into your teaching and/or scholarship.
      2. Your experience in service activities that are reflective of a diverse student population.
      3. Your experience and commitment to mentoring and providing opportunities to a diverse student body inside and outside the classroom environment.
      4. Your experience integrating creative activities that are inclusive of the identities of our student body and communities.
  • A list of three references with relevant contact information
    • Semi-Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At the appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. You can verify that CSUF has received each letter by logging back into your applicant portal.
    • Finalists will be asked to have each of their three referents submit a letter of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referents to offer should you proceed to this search phase.
  • Semifinalists and/or finalists may be asked to submit additional materials for further consideration (e.g., scholarly articles, portfolio, etc.).

Job Posted: 10/5/2026

Company Name: University of Massachusetts Amherst Department of Theater/Commonwealth Honors College

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 9/1/2027

Responsibilities:

The Department of Theater and the Commonwealth Honors College (CHC) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invite applications for a joint faculty position in Theater. This is a full-time nine-month tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin September 1, 2027. Applications are encouraged from those who specialize in theater for social change and performance tools for non-actors, with a preference for a specialist in Black theater aesthetics. The successful candidate will be an impressive professional practitioner whose experience speaks directly to the application of theater, especially performance techniques for students who do not specialize in theater.

This professor will develop and teach two general education honors courses a year expressly to Commonwealth Honors College students, the vast majority of whom are non-majors. General Education courses may include such topics as: theater for social change; acting for the non-actor; gender and identity in performance; improvisation and theater games. The professor will also teach more specialized courses in playwriting, devised theater, acting, theater for social transformation, dance and movement, and/or directing for Theater majors and will direct or otherwise contribute to the Department of Theater’s main stage season.

In addition, the successful candidate will advise capstone/honors thesis performance projects, participate in departmental governance and service and maintain high professional activity at the national level.

Qualifications/Requirements:

M.F.A. in Directing or Acting, or Ph.D. in Theater required at the time of hire.

Demonstrated excellence in teaching acting and professional theater experience required.

Compensation/Benefits: 

The University expects to pay within an approximate range between $79,350 and $125,234 for this position. Salary is commensurate with experience. This position is a 9-month academic year appointment at 100% full-time equivalency with full benefits.

Search Closing Date:

11/2/2026

How to Apply: 

Review of applications will begin October 12, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Applications received after October 26, 2026 may not be reviewed.

To review the full job description and apply through the UMASS application portal, go to: https://careers.umass.edu/jobs/asst-professor-u-of-m-theater-amherst-massachusetts-united-states

The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.

Additional Information: 

Department of Theater website: https://www.umass.edu/theater/

Commonwealth Honors College website: https://www.umass.edu/honors/

Job Posted: 9/30/2026

Company Name: The Apollo

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 11/30/2026

Responsibilities:

The Apollo seeks an accomplished and visionary executive to serve as General Manager, Campus and Event Operations, a critical member of the executive leadership team responsible for leading the institution’s operational strategy, revenue-generating businesses, and venue management functions.

As the senior operational leader of the organization, the General Manager, Campus and Event Operations will balance artistic ambition with sound business practices, ensuring that The Apollo continues to deliver world-class experiences, while strengthening earned revenue streams and organizational sustainability. This individual will be a key part of The Apollo’s continued evolution, collaborating with senior leadership to envision and establish the right infrastructure and staffing team in a new era of achievement.

The General Manager, Campus and Event Operations will oversee four direct reports, who in total, supervise the following departments:

Guest Operations

  • Box Office and Ticketing Services
  • Facilities
  • Security
  • Theater Operations
  • Production
  • Retail Operations
  • Catering & Concessions Revenue & Operations
  • Rentals Revenue & Operations

Together, these functions represent the theater’s core operational, guest-facing, and key revenue-generating areas of the organization and require strong leadership, cross-functional coordination, and strategic oversight.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Commercial Performance

  • Oversee P&L performance across The Apollo’s operational and live events portfolio, collaborating closely with the Chief Financial Officer and the Chief Growth
  • Officer to ensure the organization is meeting key financial targets and increasing the profit margin over time.
  • Lead revenue strategy for earned income channels (outside of performance ticket sales), and including venue rentals, catering, and concessions.
  • Identify and develop new revenue opportunities that align with The Apollo’s mission and audience engagement goals and capitalize on The Apollo’s new venues.
  • Partner with the Growth & Engagement team to drive revenue growth through ticketing strategy, pricing optimization, dynamic packaging, and innovative monetization models via the Box Office team.
  • Oversee departmental budget development, financial forecasting, labor planning, and expense management.
  • Monitor operating performance and ensure accountability for financial results across all reporting divisions.
  • Lead post-event financial reconciliation and operational reviews to continuously improve profitability and efficiency.

Venue Operations, Catering & Concessions

  • Provide executive oversight of all venue operations across The Apollo’s portfolio of performance, event, and gathering spaces.
  • Ensure seamless venue utilization, scheduling optimization, and operational excellence.
  • Oversee catering & concessions operations, including food and beverage service, café, bar, and lounge operations.
  • Establish service standards that deliver exceptional guest experiences while maximizing operational efficiency and profitability.
  • Lead retail operations, including merchandise strategy, inventory management, sales performance, and customer experience.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable fire, health, building, labor, liquor licensing, and operational regulations.

Rentals & Event Management

  • Lead the strategy, operational planning, and execution of venue rentals and external events, including corporate events, private functions, media productions, broadcasts, and special activations.
  • Work in close collaboration with sales, development, partnerships, and programming teams to maximize venue utilization and revenue generation.
  • Develop pricing strategies and operational frameworks that support revenue growth, while maintaining mission alignment.
  • Ensure exceptional client service from contract execution through event delivery and post-event evaluation.
  • Establish systems and processes that support scalable growth in rental and event business opportunities.

Production & Event Execution

  • Provide executive leadership to the Production department, ensuring world-class technical execution across all performances, rentals, and special events.
  • Oversee production planning, logistics, staffing, vendor relationships, and event execution.
  • Ensure operational readiness and coordination across all departments involved in live event production.
  • Guide technical rider negotiation, labor planning, and crew deployment strategies.
  • Ensure production operations maintain the highest standards of artistic quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
  • Support the successful delivery of a complex calendar of performances, community programs, institutional events, and commercial activities.

Guest Experience & Front-of-House Operations

  • Champion a best-in-class audience and guest experience across all Apollo touchpoints.
  • Oversee front-of-house operations, including ticket scanning, ushering, accessibility services, security coordination, and guest relations.
  • Establish and monitor service excellence standards and key performance metrics.
  • Ensure staff training programs support exceptional customer service and operational consistency.
  • Address escalated guest issues and implement effective service recovery processes.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve the guest journey to enhance satisfaction, loyalty, and audience engagement.

Box Office Operations

  • Provide executive oversight of all Box Office operations across The Apollo’s venue portfolio, ensuring exceptional patron service and efficient ticket fulfillment processes.
  • Lead Box Office staffing, training, scheduling, service standards, and performance management.
  • Partner closely with the Growth & Engagement team on ticketing strategy, pricing implementation, subscription and membership fulfillment, promotional offers, and audience development initiatives.
  • Ensure accurate ticket inventory management, event builds, settlement processes, financial controls, and reporting.
  • Oversee will-call, customer service, ticket scanning coordination, accessibility accommodations, and issue resolution for audience members.
  • Establish key performance metrics related to conversion, customer satisfaction, transaction efficiency, and patron retention.
  • Evaluate and implement technologies and operational improvements that enhance the purchasing experience and operational effectiveness.
  • Ensure seamless coordination between Box Office, Front of House, Programming, Finance, and Marketing teams to support all performances, rentals, and special events.

Facilities, Operations & Safety

  • Provide executive oversight of facilities management, building operations, capital maintenance planning, and infrastructure stewardship.
  • Ensure the venue portfolio is maintained to the highest standards of safety, functionality, and presentation.
  • Oversee security operations and emergency preparedness planning in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Lead operational risk management initiatives and business continuity planning.
  • Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to workplace safety, accessibility, and public assembly.
  • Direct long-term operational planning related to facility improvements and capital investments.

Team Leadership & Labor Relations

  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Directors across Guest Operations, Facilities, Production, Retail Operations, Catering & Concessions, and Rentals & Events.
  • Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
  • Recruit, retain, and develop exceptional talent across all operational functions.
  • Navigate complex unionized labor environments, including Local One, Local 802, Local 751, and other represented workforce groups.
  • Work in collaboration with People & Culture to ensure compliance with employment laws, labor agreements, and HR best practices.
  • Foster strong communication and collaboration across departments and stakeholder groups.

Strategic Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Serve as a strategic advisor and operational partner to the Chief Executive Officer.
  • Own the master scheduling and utilization strategy across all Apollo venues and event spaces.
  • Create a strong collaborative partnership with the new head of Programming.
  • Balance performance schedules, external rentals, catering & concessions opportunities, and institutional priorities.
  • Collaborate closely with Development, Marketing, Finance, Advancement, Partnerships, Education, and Community Engagement teams.
  • Contribute to organizational strategic planning and long-term growth initiatives.
  • Develop scalable operational models that support future expansion and organizational sustainability.
  • Represent The Apollo with clients, donors, community leaders, industry partners, government agencies, and other external stakeholders as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in live events, entertainment, performing arts, venue management, catering, concessions, experiential operations, or related industries.
  • Significant hands-on experience leading complex event operations in New York City.
  • Demonstrated success managing large-scale operational teams and multiple business units.
  • Strong history of full P&L ownership and accountability across revenue-generating functions.
  • Experience overseeing venue operations, production, facilities, retail, rentals, catering & concessions, or comparable operating divisions.
  • Deep expertise working within unionized environments and managing multi-union workforces.
  • Experience serving in a senior executive or enterprise-level operational leadership role.
  • Exceptional operational and business leadership capabilities.
  • Strong financial acumen with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, revenue growth, and cost optimization.
  • Deep understanding of NYC venue operations, permitting, labor relations, and event logistics.
  • Ability to balance creative ambition with operational discipline and financial stewardship.
  • Outstanding organizational leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Proven ability to lead through complexity, manage competing priorities, and drive organizational results.
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Compensation/Benefits: 

The salary for this position is $250,000-275,000. The Apollo provides comprehensive benefits, including providing health, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, accident, critical illness, and company-paid life insurance. Employees have access to a 401k plan and match, employee assistance program, optional volunteer benefits, and generous paid time off.

The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, pregnancy, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, New York State, or New York City law.

Search Closing Date:

12/31/2026

How to Apply: 

The General Manager, Campus and Event Operations search is being conducted on behalf of The Apollo by TOC Arts Partners, a national consultancy aligning strategies, structures, and leadership toward a thriving cultural sector. The search is being led by Senior Strategist Brenna Thomas, in consultation with and support from the TOC Arts Partners search team.

To apply, visit the online application (https://tocartspartners.com/jobs-listing/apollo-general-manager-campus-event-operations) and submit your materials. Your cover letter should include any training or experience relevant to the job profile that you would like to highlight, why you consider yourself a good fit for this opportunity, and anything else you’d like us to know about your qualifications that may not be present in your resume.

For general questions or nominations of prospective candidates, please contact searchteam@tocartspartners.com. We kindly request no phone calls.

Specific questions about the position may be directed to:

Brenna Thomas, Senior Strategist
brenna@tocartspartners.com

Applications will be accepted until this role is filled. We encourage you to apply by October 16, 2026, for priority consideration. Interviews may begin at any time, and we encourage you to apply as early as possible for best consideration. Please note that applying before the priority deadline does not guarantee an interview, and all applicants will receive a response regarding the consideration and status of their candidacy.

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that cis men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria, while others tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.

Job Posted: 9/24/2026

Company Name: University of Oklahoma

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 9/23/2026

Responsibilities:

Assistant/Associate Professor of Drama

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus: Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts: Peggy Dow Helmerich School of Drama

Location

Norman, OK

Open Date

Sep 17, 2026

Description

The Peggy Dow Helmerich School of Drama in the Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts at The University of Oklahoma seeks applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Acting and Performance Area Coordinator to start in August 2027. This is a nine-month faculty appointment with a 2/3 course load and an administrative service position component. The salary range is $64,000-$75,000 dependent on the rank of the initial hire.

This position provides an opportunity to teach at the heart of a nationally respected actor training program and shape the artistic and curricular direction of the Performance Area at an R1 research institution.

Responsibilities include:

  • For the service component of the position as the Performance Area Coordinator, the initial appointment is one year with the possibility to renew the service position every 3 years. If not renewed, there will be no salary reduction. This position will lead the Performance Area faculty (BFA program in Drama: Acting or Dramaturgy Emphasis; MFA in Drama: Directing Option). Other responsibilities may include coordinating/organizing area event schedules, including but not limited to monthly area faculty meetings, acting auditions, and student assessments; maintaining class lists; evaluating petitions and distributing student forms; facilitating curriculum review; communicating with the director and guest artists; representing the area in faculty meetings and recruitment events; and handling student concerns and conflict resolution.
  • Teaching foundational courses in the BFA in Theatre: Acting Emphasis curriculum, selected from Introduction to Acting, Character Study for the Actor, Scene Study for the Actor, Performing Shakespeare, and other upper-level acting technique courses.
  • Developing new courses in area(s) of specialty.
  • Mentoring undergraduate students.
  • Contributing to recruitment efforts.
  • Regularly participating in School of Drama productions as a director or in a similar artistic capacity and contributing positively to the training of School of Drama majors.
  • Maintaining an active research/creative activity profile commensurate with the expectations of an R1 institution. Directing a School of Drama production may count toward creative activity or teaching, pending prior negotiation with the director of the school.
  • Providing service to the department, college, university, and profession.

The Peggy Dow Helmerich School of Drama is a vibrant community of artists and storytellers. Through rigorous and innovative curricular training and production practice, we empower students to explore the full spectrum of theatrical expression and their work as artists; we develop skilled, risk-taking, and compassionate professionals who contribute to the betterment of society; and we champion interdisciplinary collaboration and creative, critical inquiry to prepare graduates for meaningful careers in theatre and beyond.

Housed in an R1 research institution, the School of Drama combines the advantages of a liberal arts education with conservatory-style BFA training in Acting, Costume Design, Dramaturgy, Lighting Design, Scenic Design, Stage Management, and Sound Design, as well as professional MFA training in Directing. More information about our program can be found at drama.ou.edu.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Required Qualifications for Assistant Professor rank:

  • An MFA in Acting/Directing and/or a PhD in Theatre/Performance Studies.
  • Experience in the practice and pedagogy of actor training at the university level.
  • Evidence of sustained professional practice in theatre, film, television, audio, content creation, and/or related media.

Required Qualification for Associate Professor rank:

  • An MFA in Acting/Directing and/or a PhD in Theatre/Performance Studies.
  • Six years of experience in the practice and pedagogy of actor training at the university level.
  • Evidence of prolific and high caliber professional practice in theatre, film, television, audio, content creation, and/or related media.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Teaching and research/creative experience in any one of the following: (1) global theatre actor training and performance traditions; (2) Shakespeare and heightened text; (3) ensemble-based, devised dramaturgies; (4) voice; and (5) movement.
  • Experience and interest in directing productions at the university and/or professional level.
  • Active union membership and professional affiliations.
  • Record of publications and scholarship.
  • Evidence of administrative leadership relevant to the position.
  • Curriculum development experience.

Compensation/Benefits: 

$64,000 – $75,000

Search Closing Date:

10/30/2026

How to Apply: 

Application Instructions

To apply, submit the following materials at http://apply.interfolio.com/191811:

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • Teaching Statement
  • Portfolio of research/creative activity (e.g., website, acting/directing reels, production images, publications, etc.)
  • Contact information for 3 references

Additional Information: 

Completed applications received by October 30, 2026, will be assured full consideration. The position will remain open until filled. Questions regarding the position may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Joe Alberti: dj@ou.edu.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio’s Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma

The University of Oklahoma values our community’s unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Mission of the University of Oklahoma

The Mission of the University of Oklahoma is to provide the best possible educational experience for our students through excellence in teaching, research and creative activity, and service to the state and society.

Job Posted: 9/23/2026

Company Name: Yale University

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 9/23/2026

Responsibilities:

Co-Chair and Open-Rank Faculty Position of Playwriting Program

David Geffen School of Drama

Yale University

David Geffen School of Drama (DGSD) at Yale University seeks an experienced and dynamic theatre practitioner to lead a pre-eminent MFA program in Playwriting.

The Geffen School, in partnership with Yale Repertory Theatre (YRT), trains and advances leaders in the practice of every theatrical discipline, making art to inspire joy, empathy, and understanding in the world. DGSD’s and Yale Rep’s core values are artistry, belonging, collaboration, and discovery: working together as a medical school and teaching hospital might, our community comprises eight three-year MFA programs—Acting, Design, Directing, Dramaturgy and Dramatic Criticism, Playwriting, Stage Management, Technical Design and Production, and Theater Management—as well as a one-year Technical Internship program.

DGSD is committed to the development of a robust theater landscape and makes access a priority: all students in degree and certificate programs receive 100% tuition remission.

The Co-Chair of the Playwriting program reports to the Dean of DGSD, and in collaboration with the Co-Chair, supervises all activities of the Playwriting Program, as well as teaching classes and serving as a mentor to students. In addition to offering classes in the craft, the Playwriting program produces projects for each year’s cohort in which they collaborate with students from other disciplines in the school: New Play Lab (first year), Langston Hughes Festival (second year), and the Carlotta Festival (third year).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching and Mentoring

  1. Establish curriculum and class schedule, balancing pedagogical needs with budgetary constraints as well as faculty and space availability.
  2. Teach two (2) courses in each of the fall and spring semesters.
  3. Oversee quality of teaching; participate in review of faculty. Ensure ongoing student review and evaluation.
  4. Conduct script analysis tutorials and production-oriented tutorials with playwriting students for New Play Labs, Langston Hughes Festival, and Carlotta Festival productions as needed.
  5. Establish and communicate departmental expectations and requirements to playwriting students. Support, guide, encourage and evaluate their progress.
  6. Foster DGSD connections to field resources and promote career placement for playwriting students and alumni.
  7. Promote a culture of mutual respect, collaboration, and inclusion.
  8. Other duties as requested by the Dean.

Program Administration

  1. Collaborate with DGSD Deans and Chairs to determine strategy and policy.
  2. Determine and implement student recruitment strategy and process. In concert with Playwriting Program faculty, participate in selecting incoming class, including but not limited to, reading scripts, conducting interviews, prioritizing top choices and alternates, following up with admitted students concerning site visits and matriculation.
  3. Hire faculty, including but not limited to, conducting searches, interviews, setting up and observing demonstration classes, calling references. In concert with the Dean and Associate Dean/Managing Director establish salaries; negotiate salaries.
  4. Select, contract, and supervise Lecturers, visiting faculty, and workshop leaders.
  5. Determine, oversee, and monitor Playwriting Program budget and departmental work-study assignments.
  6. Collaborate with the Student Labor Supervisor on all work-study related matters.
  7. Collaborate with Managing Director’s Office and Casting Director to hire guest artists for the Workshop with Actors course, as well as for other projects, as necessary.
  8. Serve as the central coordinator and information point for DGSD departments on the work of the playwrights and all aspects of the department.
  9. Handle requests for information about the program from prospective faculty, students, and the field, as well as recommendations for students and graduates as appropriate.
  10. Represent Program and serve as primary department liaison and expert resource for DGSD, Yale, and the field.
  11. Other related duties as requested by Dean.

Production Supervision

  1. Supervise script selection and development of student plays.
  2. Work closely with Dean and Chairs of Directing, Dramaturgy, and Technical Design and Production Programs on scheduling and selection of Playwright/Director/Dramaturg teams.
  3. Work closely with Dean and Chair of Acting Program on casting of Langston Hughes Festival and Carlotta Festival Productions.
  4. Work closely with Design Program Advisors on the development of designs for Carlotta Festival Productions.
  5. Coordinate industry outreach, travel, and accommodations for the Carlotta Festival.
  6. Monitor Carlotta Festival marketing copy, proofread marketing materials, and contribute to creating copy as required.
  7. Promote and champion Carlotta Festival plays with agents, national and local theatres, and new play development centers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Applicants should have at least 10 years of directly related professional experience combining work in the theater and teaching in the field.

Preferred: BA or MFA in Drama or another Fine Arts Degree

TRAITS AND ATTRIBUTES (AKA Skills)

The successful candidate will possess:

  • A track record of artistry, scholarship, teaching and/or service in their communities.
  • Strongly demonstrated skills in written and verbal communication, strategic thinking, prioritization, time-management, and problem solving.
  • Ability to function calmly, effectively, and flexibly in an active and collaborative environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership.
  • Knowledge of the professional production practices and the various disciplines involved.

Compensation/Benefits: 

RANK AND TERM OF APPOINTMENT

The appointment will be at an open rank commensurate with the successful candidate’s experience (Assistant Professor Adjunct/Associate Professor Adjunct/Professor in the Practice), for a term of no less than three years beginning July 1, 2027, renewable, and includes competitive salary with full faculty benefits. Minimum base salary: $110K.

Plus an administrative supplement of $15K tied to the role of Co-Chair.

Search Closing Date:

11/04/2026

How to Apply: 

Application Instructions

We invite you to apply by submitting a cover letter, C.V., a teaching statement (philosophy), and the names of three (3) references. These references will receive a request from Interfolio. They must accept this request in order for your application to be considered, however, the committee will ask for a recommendation letter only if you advance beyond the first round of review. You are responsible for sharing this information, and any subsequent updates, with your references.

Materials must be submitted through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/193823.

Review of applications will begin Wednesday, October 21, 2026, with final considerations on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

Additional Information: 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives.

Additionally, in accordance with this Policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions; race; color; national or ethnic origin; religion; age; disability; protected veteran status, or other protected classes as set forth in federal and Connecticut law.

Professional Conduct Review for New Faculty Hires

The final candidate, upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment/faculty appointment, may be required to disclose whether they are, or have been, the subject of any disciplinary proceeding (investigation, hearing, etc.) at previous institutions or employers, and may also be subject to a background screening. Candidates who materially misrepresent information on their resume or other application materials are ineligible for hire/appointment. Final candidates may also be required to sign a release to allow Yale to solicit information regarding any substantiated conduct violations from current and/or past employers.

Job Posted: 9/21/2026

Company Name: James Madison University

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 9/18/2026

Responsibilities:

Technical Director – School of Theatre and Dance

Working Title: Technical Director – School of Theatre and Dance

State Role Title: N/A

Position Type: Administrative & Professional (Non-teaching Faculty)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: College of Visual and Performing Arts

Department: 100019 – School Theatre and Dance

Pay Band: N/A

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $55,000 – $63,000

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 10/20/2026

About JMU:

Mission

We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.

Vision

To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.

Who We Are

Situated in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.

JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.

General Information:

The School of Theatre and Dance is in the College of Visual and Performing Arts and has approximately 300 students and offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with majors in Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Dance. Housed in the award-winning Forbes Center for the Performing Arts, the School has a collegial environment and provides practice-based training within a liberal arts tradition. https://www.jmu.edu/theatredance/index.shtml

The James Madison University School of Theatre and Dance (STAD) is searching for a Technical Director. This is a full-time, 12-month, Administrative and Professional Faculty position in the College of and Performing Arts (CVPA), reporting to the Director of the School of Theatre and Dance. This colleague will supervise and participate in the execution of all departmental productions (Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Dance) while overseeing the management and maintenance of the scene shop and its related spaces (e.g., performance venues, storage spaces, etc.) and equipment. Teaching opportunities are available in technical direction and related areas.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Technical Director serves as a key member of the production leadership team within the School of Theatre and Dance and leads the planning and realization of technical elements for the School’s production season. Working in close collaboration with the Production Manager, faculty, designers, and guest artists, the Technical Director develops construction plans, prepares estimates, manages production schedules and budgets, and oversees the safe and effective operation of the scene shop and related production facilities. The Technical Director supervises shop staff, student employees, and over-hire labor while fostering a collaborative and welcoming learning environment in which students gain hands-on experience in theatrical production practices. Through mentorship, collaboration, and adherence to professional safety and production standards, the Technical Director supports the successful realization of productions with artistic integrity, technical excellence, and strong educational value. The School of Theatre and Dance supports a culture of collaborative planning and sustainable production practices that balance artistic ambition with responsible use of time, labor, and resources.

  • Lead and participate in construction, load-in, and strike of scenery, properties, and rigging for all STAD productions, and changeovers for student driven studio productions.
  • Develop construction plans, drafts, deliverable schedules, and budgets for scenery and properties for STAD productions.
  • Serve as Dance Technical Director for New Dance Festival, Dancescapes, and New Voices in Dance in coordination with the Lighting Shop Manager and Sound Supervisor.
  • Work with the production manager, faculty, student, and guest artist designers to develop estimates, track budgets, organize production milestones, and ensure that material and labor budgets remain in scope.
  • Purchase materials, schedule workers, and manage and maintain the scene shop and theatrical equipment.
  • Supervise a scene-shop head, student employees, and over-hire labor.
  • Implement and support safety protocols and recommended practices.
  • Implement Universal Design standards.
  • Work collaboratively with Forbes Center for the Arts staff, the School Director, and faculty across the School of Theatre and Dance to improve production processes, culture, and access to education.
  • Foster a positive, welcoming learning environment supportive of student development and collaboration.
  • Work and mentor students using effective methods appropriate for students with differing abilities, preparation levels, and cultural experiences.
  • Collaborate with local, regional, and professional partner organizations in support of productions, student learning opportunities, and community engagement initiatives.
  • Accommodate a non-standard work schedule including evenings and weekends. A typical week is 40 hours. No work is permitted during university closures.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Conditions of Employment:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • MFA in Technical Direction, Theatre Production, or a related field, or a Bachelor’s degree with substantial professional technical direction experience.
  • Demonstrated professional experience in technical direction or scenic production.
  • Working knowledge of and ability to lead others in the technologies and recommended practices in the following areas:
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • Rigging
    • Scenic painting
    • Properties
  • Proficiency with technical drafting and design software (Vectorworks, AutoCAD, or similar) used to produce scenic construction documentation.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop scenic construction estimates, manage material and labor budgets, and plan production schedules.
  • Knowledge of standard theatrical safety factors and guidelines provided by ESTA, OSHA, and NEC protocols.
  • Experience supervising student crews, over-hire labor, or production staff in a theatrical or educational production environment.
  • Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and guest artists.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to effectively work on stairs and ladders and at elevations up to 70′ (theatre grid)
  • Ability to use woodworking, metalworking, rigging and material handling tools
  • Ability to drive pickup truck and cargo van

Compensation/Benefits: 

$55,000 – $63,000

Search Closing Date:

9/18/2026

How to Apply: 

Additional Posting Information:

Applicants should complete the application on the JMU career site and submit

  1. a cover letter;
  2. resume or curriculum vitae (CV) uploaded under “Curriculum Vitae”;
  3. visual portfolio of technical work;
  4. names and contact information of three professional references.
  • Review of applications will begin 10/9/2026
  • At the point of hiring, the successful candidate will be required to send official transcripts.
  • Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.

JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG.

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9812378

 

Job Posted: 9/16/2026

Company Name: Binghamton University Theatre

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 9/1/2027

Responsibilities:

Binghamton University is seeking an experienced Theatrical Lighting Technician to fill the role of Lighting Supervisor for the Theatre Department.  This position will be responsible for training and leading the diverse and dedicated student lighting crews, overseeing the lighting shop and equipment, and leading the implementation of the lighting designs for all department productions. Excellent benefits and ability to pursue other opportunities in the summer.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support faculty and student lighting designers in the implementation of the lighting design.
  • Oversee all lighting inventory, (consoles, fixtures, atmospherics, cabling, templates/gobos, gel, accessories, practical and led elements, and electrical components), including documentation, and maintenance.
  • Oversee the Hang, Focus, maintenance, strike, storage, and/or return of all lighting equipment, and special effects for each production.
  • Purchase and keep stocked consumables (lamps, gels, fluids, etc.) as necessary for the productions and instructional needs.
  • Coordinate Lighting (LX) Department production needs with other production departments and attend production meetings, tech, dress rehearsals, and notes sessions.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • BA/BS/BFA in the area of Theatre Design/Technology or equivalent degree.
  • Proficiency with operating ETC EOS lighting consoles.
  • Knowledge of modern lighting software such as Vectorworks & Lightwright.
  • Knowledge of lighting control and networking technology, including an understanding and ability to troubleshoot traditional DMX networks as well as wireless and node-based sACN/ARTNET/DMX networks.
  • Knowledge of modern theatrical lighting equipment.
  • Basic understanding of Theatrical rigging systems, including counterweight systems and mechanical rigging systems
  • Experience with both LED and incandescent practical wiring.
  • Familiarity with Google suite and/or similar word processor and spreadsheet software.
  • Interest in learning new techniques, methods and problem-solving.
  • Ability to lift heavy equipment and work at various heights.

Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $42,995+ (10-month, college-year, dependent on experience)

Search Closing Date:

3/13/2028

How to Apply: 

Apply online:

https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=196114 

Additional Information:

Applications will be reviewed beginning February 13, 2027, and the position will remain open until filled.

Job Posted: 6/10/2026

Company Name: Marietta College

Job Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: 8/1/2026

Responsibilities:

About Marietta College:

For nearly two centuries, Marietta College has embraced its commitment to serving young adults seeking to better their lives and to turn their life’s passions into actionable good in the world. Committed to a contemporary liberal arts education and home to the 16th oldest chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, Marietta offers more than 40 undergraduate programs as well as graduate programs in Physician Assistant Studies, Sustainability Leadership, and Psychology.

At Marietta, students learn from talented faculty members who are respected in their fields and wholly dedicated to teaching the next generation of leaders. Our professors share their knowledge with students and challenge them to develop their skillsets through serious research, experiential opportunities, and internships. Every student completes Marietta’s rigorous General Education Curriculum, which builds strong communication skills and exposes students to new ideas and interests.

Our varsity athletic teams compete in NCAA Division III and against some of the best in the nation as a member of the Ohio Athletic Conference and Mid-Atlantic Rowing Conference. Marietta has won six national championships and 64 conference titles, including an OAC-record 46 baseball titles.

More than 26,000 living members of The Long Blue Line proudly support their alma mater and help current students gain internships and connections into their chosen industries. This support, in addition to the vibrant growth on campus, is one of the reasons why The Chronicle of Higher Education named Marietta College one of the Great Colleges to Work For.

The College sits on 90 picturesque acres in Marietta, Ohio, located just blocks from a historic downtown and the Ohio River.

For more information about the College, please visit marietta.edu.

Job Description:

This position will provide direction and oversight of the Concert Choir, Floodstage (Vocal Acapella), and for Rock and Jazz Ensemble as well as musical direction and accompanist for Theatre rehearsals and productions.

Essential Functions of the Position:

  • Provide guidance to students in both Music and Theatre programs.
  • Serve as the Theatre Department’s Musical Director for musical productions and rehearsals.
  • Teach courses related to area of expertise.
  • Provide students with academic advising with a focus on student success.
  • Rehearsal accompanist and pit conductor for the Theatre’s musical productions.  Serves as the accompanist during rehearsals and will conduct performances but not necessarily play an instrument during performances.
  • Actively recruit new students and transfers.
  • Direct and oversee Music Department’s choir ensembles.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Requirements:

  • Collaboration and leadership skills.
  • Strong proficiency in playing the piano and sight-reading abilities.
  • Knowledge of various styles of vocal performance from classical to contemporary.
  • Capacity for adapting to and working within existing resources and parameters.
  • Ability to teach within the context of a broad-based liberal arts, educational context.
  • Ability to participate in various campus outreach and donor relations efforts.

Required Experience & Education:

  • Master’s degree or higher in a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in Choral Conducting.
  • Documented experience working with students as a Music Director.
  • 2+ years of teaching experience at the higher education level preferred.

Compensation/Benefits: 

$50,000

Search Closing Date:

1/8/2027

How to Apply: 

Application Instructions:

https://marietta.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=201296

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. All applications/resumes must be submitted through this online process. We regret that we are unable to accept applications or resumes submitted by mail, email, or fax. As you are submitting your application via this online process, please be sure to provide an accurate email address. You will then receive an acknowledgment indicating your application materials have been received.

Marietta College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Marietta College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender orientation, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.