| Visiting Assistant Professor, School of Theatre, Film & Television |
| Posting Number |
req25544 |
| Department |
Sch Theatre Film & Television |
| Department Website Link |
https://tftv.arizona.edu/ |
| Medical Sub-Speciality |
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| Location |
Tucson Campus |
| Address |
Tucson, AZ USA |
| Position Highlights |
The School of Theatre, Film & Television at the University of Arizona seeks an academic year appointment, Visiting Assistant Professor in Scene Design (non tenure eligible) for the 2026-27 academic year. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here |
| Duties & Responsibilities |
- Teach
courses and direct production studies to undergraduate and graduate students
in some of the following topics:
- Scenic design
- Period styles
- Drafting
- Props
- Instruct and supervise scenic design and technology students
for all productions in the theatre programs. - Demonstrate comprehensive education practices in the design program through teaching,
mentoring, and related activities. - Collaborate
in the evolution of design courses to reflect a wide range of contemporary
entertainment trends. - Direct
MFA thesis and BFA capstone projects for scenic design and technology
students. - Design at least one theatre production.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
- BS or BA degree
and 3 years of professional
experience are required. - Professional
experience must include experience as a scenic designer, CAD drafting, model making,
painting, drawing and digital imaging.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Master's of Fine Arts.
- University-level teaching experience in scenic design or related skills beyond graduate school preferred.
- Experience with projection design and designing in technologically-enhanced multi-media environments such as: rock shows, film and television production, XR settings, and immersive installations.
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| Rank |
Assistant Professor |
| Tenure Information |
Visiting (NTE) |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Full Time/Part Time |
Full Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week |
40 |
| Job FTE |
1.0 |
| Work Calendar |
Academic |
| Job Category |
Faculty |
| Benefits Eligible |
Yes - Full Benefits |
| Rate of Pay |
DOE |
| Compensation Type |
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) |
| Type of criminal background check required: |
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) |
| Number of Vacancies |
1 |
| Target Hire Date |
8/17/2026 |
| Expected End Date |
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| Contact Information for Candidates |
Justine Collins
521-621-7007 |
| Open Date |
4/1/2026 |
| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply |
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
In addition to a CV and cover letter, the applicant should include a separate one-page statement on how the applicant's scholarship, teaching, and service address comprehensive excellence in the field of design and theatre technology. |
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University of Arizona
life insurance, vision insurance, sick time
Apr 01, 2026