Assistant Professor of Theatre, Acting​/Directing

Assistant Professor of Theatre, Acting/Directing

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Position Title Assistant Professor of Theatre, Acting/Directing

Requisition Number F00549P

Weber State University seeks applicants for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Theatre
, specializing in Acting and Directing, for the Theatre Program in the School of Performing Arts. We seek a candidate who demonstrates a strong commitment to undergraduate education and the needs of a large student body in the context of a dual-mission public university. The Theatre Program at Weber State University is committed to building a creative and dynamic educational space that celebrates individual differences while cultivating a culture of acceptance and respect.

We are dedicated to furthering community within our program and the university as a whole. Current program-wide practices include: theatrical intimacy training; interdisciplinary collaboration; and teaching/implementing sustainability practices in classes, shops, and production work. We look forward to expanding these efforts and are excited to welcome new people, ideas, and experiences into our spaces.

Responsibilities include teaching courses in Acting and Directing at all levels, general education courses in theatre, and other courses based on special skills or interests. The candidate will direct 1–2 main-stage productions per year and mentor students in performance and directing projects.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Contributing to the advancement and growth of the Theatre program.
• Assisting in student recruitment.
• Advising in the selection of the production season.
• Serving on department, college, or university committees.

The position involves a 12-credit-hour workload per semester (including teaching, mentoring, and directing). The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate education, collaboration, and mentorship, and will support a wide range of students. The start date is July 1, 2027
, and classes begin in late August.

• Master of Fine Arts degree in Acting, Directing, Theatre, or a related field (degree must be completed by July 1, 2027).
• Evidence of university level teaching experience.
• Professional experience in acting, directing, or related areas.

• Significant professional directing experience.
• Experience teaching advanced acting and directing courses.
• Expertise in an additional subject area related to acting & directing.
• Experience working with a wide variety of traditional and non-traditional student populations.

A successful candidate will be willing to

Background Check? Yes

• Medical
• Dental
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness program with release time and paid incentives
• Tuition benefits
• Free tickets to athletic and performing arts events
• Paid holidays

Full/Part Time Full Time

Open Date 09/18/2026

Close Date 10/18/2026

Open Until Filled No

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