Costume Design and Technology Lecturer

Department

About the Department of Theatre and Dance

The Theatre Program within the Department of Theatre and Dance prioritizes values that reflect those of the university at large including a shared commitment to community accessibility diversity respect and excellence. We are a collaborative team that includes ten full-time faculty five full-time staff and a talented group of part-time affiliates and guest artists. Our department offers both a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre and two Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in Music Theatre and in Applied Theatre Technology and Design. The Theatre Program is Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre. Our Program champions the belief that Theatre is Equipment for Living.

Position Summary

The Department of Theatre and Dance at MSU Denver is seeking a Costume Design and Technology Lecturer. The Theatre and Dance program offers a BA in Theatre and a BFA with concentrations in Music Theatre and Applied Theatre Technology and Design. The Lecturer position is a full-time 9-month academic appointment beginning Fall 2026 with the potential to be renewed on a year to year basis. The position reports to the Chair of the Theatre and Dance Department.

The Costume Design and Technology Lecturer will teach three classes and associated labs (9 credit hours) provide one costume design (3 credit hours) and BFA and costume shop support (3 credit hours) each semester. The position will teach a variety of theatre courses in rotation with other faculty including Costume Technology Costume Design Wardrobe Skills Costume History Make-up Design Production Analysis Theatre Career Development and Theatre Appreciation. This position will also provide costume design and costume construction supervision (in coordination with staff Costume Shop Manager) for theatre laboratory spaces and the Theatre Program productions in the King Center a three- theatre facility (200-seat end stage and a black box production studio with approximately 100 seats).

MSU Denver aspires to create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to diversity equity and the Department of Theatre and Dance we greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students faculty staff and visitors and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate must have the ability to perform the following:

• Teach three classes and associated labs (9 credit hours) provide one costume design (3 credit hours) and BFA and costume shop support (3 credit hours) each semester.
• Teach and supervise student crews in collaboration with the Costume Shop Manager.
• Work within costuming budgets and cultivate relationships with vendors and other craft people in the costuming industry.
• Develop external relationships to foster costume technical and related internships.
• Work with technical faculty and staff to develop and maintain theatre program curriculum facilities lab spaces technology and storage.
• Work collaboratively with other faculty students staff guest artists and diverse communities.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Arts Degree or Master of Fine Arts Degree in Costuming or related fields
• Experience training and demonstrated experience in Theatre or Film Costume Design and Costume Construction

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Fine Arts Degree in Costuming or related fields
• Experience in teaching Costume Technology Costume Design Costume History Make-up Design Production Analysis Introduction to Theatre and Graphics for Theatre
• Costume and make-up design experience with diverse populations

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every preferred qualification. We are most interested in finding the candidate who will best contribute to our Department and the University.

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this position is $53000 - $58000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity education experience specialty and training.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical dental retirement tuition benefit free RTD pass and more. For a brief overview of these options please visit our Benefits section.

Instructions to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online at MSU Denvers career site and search for JR104912.

To support a thorough evaluation of your qualifications and potential contributions as a faculty member please upload the following required materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of Interest/cover letter that includes evidence of required and preferred qualifications
• Teaching philosophy (2 pages max). Focus on engagement with diverse students and how you will foster an inclusive classroom environment that removes barriers and promotes equitable access and advancement. Include examples from past experiences teaching and/or mentoring students
• A list of three references and their contact information

Due to volume of applications received only applications completed as outlined above will be considered. Please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the Resume/Cover letter section of the application. A maximum of 5 files can be uploaded; you may combine all documents into one pdf file if needed.

References will not be contacted until later in the search process and only with the candidates permission.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Deadline

Priority will be given to applications received through February 7 2026 at 11:59 PM MST; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

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Benefits

The Universitys benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical vision and dental free RTD pass tuition reimbursement as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans retirement plans and other programs such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) MSU Denversbenefits websiteto learn more.

For a brief overview please see: University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at.

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique access-oriented campus community that values diversity equity and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students faculty and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.