Full-Time One Semester Visiting Faculty Visual and Performing Arts

Quinnipiac University invites applications for a Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor (depending on credentials) in Theater with an emphasis in theater design and stagecraft.

This position is a one semester appointment beginning January 2026 and is non-benefit eligible.

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• Teach two courses: Stagecraft and Understanding Theater.
• Recruit mentor and supervise student designers across scenic lighting costume sound and props.
• Serve as Production Manager for all mainstage productions.
• Collaborate with the Director of Theater Productions and Programing in managing budgets and purchasing for all design areas.
• Lead technical execution: build paint and strike sets; hang focus and strike light plots; facilitate sound load-ins and strikes while ensuring compliance with all shop and production safety standards.
• Participate in all technical rehearsals.
• Supervise production elements for student-run theater non-theater performances (e.g. concerts dance recitals guest speakers) and outside rentals in the Theatre Arts Center.
• Attend monthly faculty meetings for the Department of Visual and Performing Arts
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department of Visual and Performing Arts in consultation with the Director of Theater Productions and Programing and the Dean.

• Bachelors degree is required
• Masters degree in an appropriate field of study or equivalent professional experience

• Demonstrated experience in theater design stagecraft and production management.
• Prior experience in university theater is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the college level
• Professional experience and/or graduate-level training in Production Management or Technical Direction
• Proven commitment to collegiality and the ability to work effectively with students faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultivating a culture of safety in production environments and training students in best practices.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

• ETCP Certification in Theatre Rigging or equivalent professional rigging experience with a demonstrated record of safe rigging practices.
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety Training.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification (American Red Cross or equivalent).

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences statement of teaching philosophy and teaching evaluations (if available) statement of scholarship/research efforts and plans and contact information for three references.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.