Assistant Professor of Theatre, Stage Management - Penn State School of Theatre

The Penn State School of Theatre invites applicants for a tenure-track, 36-week, Assistant Professor position to lead the School’s vibrant BFA Stage Management program, which is ranked top-ten in the nation, and also to serve as the Production Stage Manager for Penn State Centre Stage. The College of Arts & Architecture is working to establish a culture of anti-racism and anti-oppression that embraces individual identities, fosters a culture of inclusion, and promotes equity through curricula, values, standards, ideals, policies and practices. The ideal candidate will provide evidence of their experience with, and interest in, contributing to these goals. This individual will work closely with the Director of the School, the Production Manager, and other production staff on scheduling, crew and stage management assignments, and production protocols and guidelines. Duties include: • Oversight of all student stage managers for the main stage season and a variety of studio/workshop productions. • Supervise technical rehearsals, and sit in on production meetings for all School projects. • School service, including recruitment of a class of 4-6 stage managers each year, is also expected. Instructional responsibilities include: • Teaching 2-3 undergraduate courses in stage management or production each semester. • Integrating programmatic technological advances into stage management curriculum. • Mentoring and assessing students throughout the production process, and promoting best practices for stage managers in all fields of live entertainment and event management. Qualifications include a terminal degree (must be completed by August 2020) plus 3 years of professional stage management experience, or a BFA in Theatre accompanied with 7 or more years stage management experience on a national level; the ability to teach in a college setting; and AEA stage management affiliation. Evidence of equitable considerations, awareness, and practice regarding curricula development, inclusive practices in educating diverse student bodies or working with a diverse faculty and staff, along with evidence of working collectively to cultivate a culture that supports success and enables all members of a college community to thrive. Experience across a variety of mediums including theatre, opera, dance, corporate, and special events preferred. Criteria that will be considered when reviewing candidates include significant recent professional stage management experience operating under the guidelines of Actors’ Equity Association, dedication to active and engaged mentorship of young people, and a commitment to supporting equity, diversity and inclusion in the field. Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a list of at least three (3) current references with contact information. Address in your cover letter how equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging relate to your academic, research, creative activity, and/or service experience Applications received by March 18 will receive priority consideration, but the search will continue until the position is filled. Apply online: https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/University-Park-Campus/Assistant-Professor-of-Theatre--Stage-Management_REQ_0000026184-1 CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO is the Law Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.