Theatre Instructor​/Scenic and Lighting Designer

Summary

This individual will serve as a core member of the Theatre and Dance Department with a primary focus on teaching technical theatre courses, as well as the design, coordination, and construction of all Casper College theatre productions (4 per year). Additional tasks include advising students, overseeing shop workers, serving on various committees, and any additional administrative duties that enhance the student experience.

The faculty member conducts college courses in Theatre for students using a variety of appropriate teaching methods; meets all scheduled classes prepared to instruct; prepares teaching syllabi for courses of study; prepares materials to adequately evaluate student progress; reports midterm and final grades when appropriate; maintains accurate and adequate records; and establishes regular office hours for student consultation.

The faculty member performs other related duties as assigned, which include but are not necessarily limited to: advising students on academic curricula; serving on faculty committees; participating in faculty meetings; providing recommendations for preparation of departmental or divisional budgets; participating in the development of departmental curricula; and adhering to all institutional policies.

The faculty member keeps up with developments in the Scenic and Lighting field by reading current literature, communicating with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.

Additional departmental or school assignments may be established where appropriate.

This individual will teach a 30-credit load per academic year, typically encompassing one class per semester, while overseeing the scenic and lighting design, build, and technical execution of two mainstage productions per semester within the department’s four-show season (a mix of plays, musicals, and one fully realized dance concert).

• Teaching courses such as Introduction to Theatre, Stagecraft, Stage Lighting, Introduction to Stage Design, Introduction to Design, and/or Stage Management, with additional courses assigned based on department need, faculty rotation, and area of expertise.

• Designing scenery and lighting, and serving as technical director for four mainstage productions annually.

• Managing the design, construction, and completion of scenic props and scenic painting.

• Overseeing scene shop operations including cleanliness, organization, maintenance, and safety compliance.

• Managing budgets, materials, and schedules related to scenic and lighting areas of production.

• Actively participating in the scene shop through hands-on construction and student oversight.

• Providing safety training and mentorship for students.

• Supervising work-study students and part-time staff.

• Collaborating with other departments or organizations utilizing shared theatre and shop facilities.

• Involvement in student recruitment and retention.

• Department service.

• Perform defined campus-wide duties, including holding office hours, attendance at department and school meetings, and adherence to department, school, and college policies and procedures.

• Communicate clearly with students, staff, and colleagues, both orally and in writing.

• Commitment to student recruitment, mentorship, and retention initiatives within the department and college.

• MFA or MA in Theatre Production or Theatre Design

• Significant professional or academic experience in scenic and lighting design, with technical direction expertise.

• Demonstrated experience in prop shop operations, including construction and painting.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the history of decoration, furnishings, and architecture.

• Demonstrated ability to use and teach typical computer programs for theatre design and technology (Vectorworks, AutoCAD, and/or Sketchup).

• Working efficiently within financial constraints.

• Demonstrated dedication to teaching students from a variety of backgrounds with differing levels of experience.

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate successfully as a member of a production team and colleague, fostering a positive learning environment, and proactively promoting…