Assistant or Associate Professor of Scenic Design

About the role

The Department of Theatre and Drama at the University of Wisconsin – Madison invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor faculty position in the field of Scenic Design.

Responsibilities

• Expand knowledge in the field of theatre through creative and/or scholarly research.
• Publish research findings or exhibit creative works in venues appropriate to areas of scholarship.
• Seek external research funding as appropriate for the area of study.
• Teach courses in areas of expertise.
• Mentor undergraduate students.
• Contribute to undergraduate program development in the department.
• Participate in interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts within the department and with other departments, schools, and colleges.
• Participate in department, school, university, and professional service appropriate to the faculty rank.

Requirements

• Evidence of potential for developing and directing a significant research program and creative practice in Theatrical or Entertainment Design.
• 3 years of professional design experience (not affiliated with home educational institution).
• 3 years of teaching experience.
• Evidence of ability to adapt to change and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated understanding of scenic design process and digital deliverables, art treatments, including providing paint elevations to scenic artists, an understanding of scenic art treatments, and ability to produce design documentation in scale.
• Associate Professor candidates must possess experience and scholarly credentials that meet the tenure standards of the Department of Theatre and Drama and the Divisional Committee at UW-Madison.

Qualifications

• MFA (or other terminal degree) in Theatre and Drama or closely related field with emphasis in Design.

Skills

• Experience and scholarly credentials that meet the tenure standards of the Department of Theatre and Drama and the Divisional Committee at UW-Madison.
• Deep and sustained commitment to teaching, mentoring, and inspiring students.
• Sustained record of commitment to departmental, institutional, and national service.
• Professional connections in the theatre/entertainment industry.
• Experience in more than one theatrical design discipline (lighting, costumes, sound, media, etc.).
• Member of professional organizations like USITT and/or USA.
• Established National Profile.
• Ability to apply student-centered teaching techniques in a laboratory setting.
• Demonstrated leadership capacity in various roles.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with majors and non-majors of various abilities.
• Interest in experimental learning with products, materials, and processes.

Benefits

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

Pay

Negotiable, 9 month Academic Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Preferred Appointment Start Date Is 8/23/2027, Fall Semester 2027.