Lecturer - TA -Camera Acting; Fall

Lecturer - TA 307:
On-Camera Acting (Fall 2026)

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Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Marcos
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts, Temporary, Part Time

• Semester:Fall 2026
• Day/Time:Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:50 pm
• Modality:In-person
• College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral & Social Sciences
• Department: School of Arts - Theatre Department

The Theatre Department at California State University San Marcos is seeking a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach TA 307:
On-Camera Acting. The course meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:50 pm. Successful candidates must have university teaching experience and have an MFA or equivalent professional experience.

Provides hands‑on experience in acting for film and television. Students will work in various genres (e.g., commercials, romantic comedy, drama, etc.) discuss acting techniques as they apply to film performance via practical projects, reading, written assignments and critiques.

• A Master of Fine Arts in Theatre/Acting
• At least 3 years' experience working with university students
• Current website portfolio

• Professional acting/directing experience
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per full‑time month
• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A – AY: $5,507 – $6,677 per full‑time month
• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B – AY: $6,221 – $13,224 per full‑time month

To apply, please prepare to submit the following:

• Your completed faculty application
• Professional directing resume (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)
• Link to website portfolio

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status.