Lecturer TA 307 On-Camera Acting (Fall 2026)
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Job Location:
San Marcos, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 6221 - 13224
Posted on:
7 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
TA 489B: Production and Performance
- Position: Lecturer - Academic Year
- Semester:Fall 2026
- Day/Time:Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:50 pm
- Modality:In-person
- College: College of Humanities Arts Behavioral & Social Sciences
- Department:School of Arts - Theatre Department
The Theatre Department at California State University San Marcos is seeking a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach TA 307: On-Camera Acting. The course meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:50 pm. Successful candidates must have university teaching experience and have an MFA or equivalent professional experience.
Course Description
Provides hands-on experience in acting for film and television. Students will work in various genres (e.g. commercials romantic comedy drama etc.) discuss acting techniques as they apply to film performance via practical projects reading written assignments and critiques.
Minimum qualifications:
- A Master of Fine Arts in Theatre/Acting
- At least 3 years experience working with university students
- Current website portfolio
- Per the California State Universitys Out-of-State Employment Policy the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.
Preferred qualifications:
- Professional acting/directing experience
- Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse campus community as it relates to teaching and as applicable service.
Salary commensurate with degree level and experience
- AnticipatedHiring Salary Range: $5507 - $6677 per full-time month
The salary schedule information for the Lecturer - Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:
- CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5507 - $6677 per full-time month
- CSU Classification Salary RangeLecturer B - AY: $6221 - $13224per full-time month
The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range commensurate with education and experience.
Application:
To apply please prepare to submit the following:
- Your completed faculty application
- Professional directing resume (uploaded)
- Contact information for three current references
- Letter of interest (uploaded)
- Link to website portfolio
Timeline: A review of applications will begin on April 30 2026; however the position will remain open until filled.
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California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age physical or mental disability gender or sex genetic information gender identity gender expression marital status medical condition nationality race or ethnicity religion or religious creed sexual orientation and veteran or military status.
Per the California State Universitys Out-of-State EmploymentPolicy the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.
The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and isrequiredtocomply withthe requirementsset forth inCSU Executive Order 1083as a condition of employment.
This position is subject to employment verification education verification referencechecksand criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check including a criminal records check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
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California State University San Marcos is a public university that offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of disciplines, including arts and sciences, education, and business administration. It grants bachelor's and master's degrees as well as doctorates in education ... View more
