Adjunct Associate Professor

The LIU Brooklyn BFA Acting for Theater, Film & Television Program is seeking a dynamic and experienced adjunct instructor to teach Stage Combat. The successful candidate will guide students in developing the physical, technical, and safety skills required for stage combat in live performance and on-camera work. This position is part-time and semester-based, with the possibility of renewal.

Responsibilities

● Teach courses in stage combat, focusing on safety, storytelling, and professional standards.

● Instruct students in techniques for unarmed combat and weapon work (specific weapons to be determined).

● Emphasize best practices for physical safety, partner trust, and emotional well-being.

● Foster an environment that encourages collaboration, discipline, and respect.

● Provide constructive feedback to students to support skill development and artistic growth.

● Stay current with industry practices and integrate them into teaching.

Qualifications

● Professional experience as a fight director or stage combat instructor.

● Certification from the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD) or equivalent organization preferred.

● MFA in Acting, Directing, or related field, or commensurate professional experience.

● College-level teaching experience strongly preferred.

● Strong commitment to student learning, artistic integrity, and inclusive pedagogy.

Appointment

● Part-time, adjunct position.

● Teaching load will include one course per semester, depending on departmental need.

● Compensation commensurate with qualifications and per university adjunct pay scale.

Application Materials

● Cover letter addressing teaching philosophy and professional experience.

● Curriculum vitae/resume.

● Contact information for [two/three] professional references.

LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunities in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.