Lecturer, Department of Theatre Arts, Costume Design and Technology, Baylor University - Baylor University

Baylor University

Office of the Provost

College of Arts and Sciences

Department of Theater Arts



Location: Waco, TX – USA



Open Date: Aug 01, 2023



Deadline: Oct 31, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time



Description: The Department of Theatre Arts at Baylor University is seeking a full-time, permanent Lecturer of Costume Design and Technology to join our faculty starting August 2024.



We seek candidates with a demonstrated ability to teach courses in sewing (introductory and advanced), costume crafts, costume design, and drawing/rendering for theatre design. The ideal candidate will also possess advanced skills in costume construction, draping and patterning, and tailoring. The position includes the opportunity to design. The Lecturer will also mentor undergraduate students in all costume design and technology areas. The Lecturer will provide support for costume builds related to our departmental productions. The Lecturer will work alongside our current tenure-track faculty member in Costume Design and Technology, the full-time Costume Shop Manager, and the Assistant Costume Shop Manager. The entire costume team is dedicated to excellent teaching and student mentoring.



About Baylor University: Located in Waco, Texas (USA), Baylor University is the oldest college in Texas. With a population of 21,000 diverse students, Baylor is one of the top universities in the nation, having been named an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor is also on the honor roll of the “Great Colleges to Work For” from The Chronicle of Higher Education; Baylor offers competitive salaries and benefits while allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Our strategic plan, Illuminate, guides the University as we continue to live up to Baylor’s mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.



Qualifications:

(1) A terminal degree (e.g., MFA) in Costume Technology, Design, or a related field is required— Costume design experience is required.

(2) Two years of professional theatre experience is preferred.

(3) University teaching experience preferred.



Application Instructions:

Please submit the following materials electronically via Interfolio:

1) a letter of application;

2) a current curriculum vitae;

3) names and contact information of three professional recommenders;

4) an official transcript of the highest degree completed (unofficial copy acceptable for application; if the advanced degree is in progress, a copy of the official transcript of completed hours should also be submitted);

5) inclusivity statement discussing professional actions taken to promote the success of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Complete applications must be submitted by 10/31/2023.



Questions concerning the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair at Amanda_Lassetter@baylor.edu.



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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.



http://apply.interfolio.com/125900



Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

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Salary Range: US$60,000-US$70,000
Salary: $60,000-$70,000