Sessional Lecturer - DRM355H1 S Production II
About the role
DRM355H1 S Production II L0101 counts as 0.50 credit. An intermediate-level hands-on investigation of various aspects of theatrical production, including stage management, lighting and sound design, and video design. Using the skills developed in this course, students will form the core of the production team for CDTPS productions, in particular DRM403Y Mainstage Performance. Estimated course enrollment: 12 students. Estimated TA support: N/A.
Schedule
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Sessional dates: January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027. Delivery method: in person.
Pay
- Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.48
- Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $10,699.22
- Sessional Lecturer II: $10,699.22
- Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $10,953.96
- Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.96
- Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $11,228.90
Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
Requirements
- Evidence of recent teaching effectiveness in production.
- Extensive experience in technical theatre (minimum 10 years), working in a variety of roles (e.g., lighting designer, sound designer, stage manager, production manager, etc.).
Preferred qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in Theatre Studies with a focus on production.
- Experience with production technology (e.g., QLab, programmable lighting console, digital sound board, etc.).
Responsibilities
- Develop a detailed syllabus and curriculum for the course (collaborating regularly with the Mainstage instructor and Design instructor and in relation to the DRM403Y Mainstage Show production schedule).
- Teach students how to hang and focus lights, install set, sound and video as required for the Mainstage show; students will operate lighting, sound and video as the running crew while collaborating with the design creative team.
- Plan and deliver in-person lectures for individual and group assignments and assessments.
- Evaluate student performance.
- Design and invigilate assignments, tests, and exams (if applicable).
- Hold office hours and meet with students as they request.
- Manage course content and grades on Quercus, CIS and Emarks.
- Handle other pedagogical and administrative tasks ordinarily associated with an undergraduate course.
Req ID: 50710 | Date posted: 10/22/2026 | Closing date: 11/16/2026, 11:59 PM EDT