Theatre Costume Design, Assistant/Associate Professor

Theatre Costume Design, Assistant/Associate Professor . Location: Montgomery, AL . Alabama State University, College of Visual and Performing Arts, invites applications to fill the tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Theatre Costume Design position. The successful applicant will teach Theatre courses including Costume Construction, Children's Theatre, Makeup, Drama in the Secondary, with the ability to contribute to other areas of the curriculum as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Design costumes for departmental productions (typically 2-4 per academic year) including plays, musicals, and dance concerts Mentor and supervise students in costume design, wardrobe, and production practices Work collaboratively with the Costume Shop Manger to support all aspects of costume production, including build schedules, fittings, budgeting, and shop operations Attend and participate in production meetings, fittings, and dress rehearsals Contribute to the organization of the costume facilities, including inventory and maintenance Advise and recruit students; participate in portfolio reviews and career preparation Engage in professional, creative, and scholarly development appropriate for tenure and promotion Participate in college curriculum development and committee work Provide service to the department, college, university, and community Perform other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: MFA or Ph.D. in Theatre, Costume Design, or a closely related field and 2 years of teaching experience at the college/university level OR 1 year of teaching experience at the college/university level and 3 years of professional experience in theatre; or 6 years years of professional experience in theatre. EEOC STATEMENT: It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job. Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.

All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen FACULTY STATEMENT: It is to be noted that for the purpose of continuous improvement of faculty qualifications as faculty members complete advanced degrees, certifications, licenses, etc., the faculty member will send official documentation, within 45 days of hire, to the Office of Human Resources, and the credentialing file in Academic Affairs. DISCLAIMER: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position.