The University of Texas at Arlington

Serve as lighting supervisor and master electrician for season of four mainstage shows and two dance concerts.. Required Qualifications: MFA in Lighting Design or related theatre design field Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching lighting design and lighting technology.. Department Information: The Department of Theatre Arts and Dance in the College of Liberal Arts at UTA provides a comprehensive undergraduate education through theory, research, and practice in the performing arts, theatrical design, and dance.. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work.. UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023).

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Posting Number: F00541P Position Title: Asst/Assoc Professor of Practice - Lighting and Sound Department: Theatre Arts Location: Arlington Job Family: Faculty Position Status: Full-time Rank: Non-Tenured Work Hours: Standard Open to: External and Internal FLSA: Exempt Duration: Funding expected to continue Pay Basis: Monthly Benefits Eligible: Yes Job Summary: The Department of Theatre Arts & Dance in the College of Liberal Arts, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice, Academic Professional Track (formerly NTT). Benefits at UTA: We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link: https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php CBC Requirement: It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Teach courses in lighting technology, lighting design, and special topics in areas of expertise. Serve as lighting supervisor and master electrician for season of four mainstage shows and two dance concerts. Aid in the recruitment efforts of the Design & Technology area. Required Qualifications: MFA in Lighting Design or related theatre design field Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching lighting design and lighting technology. Experiencing mentoring undergraduate designers. Strong secondary area of emphasis in design/technology (scenery, projections,new media). Department Information: The Department of Theatre Arts and Dance in the College of Liberal Arts at UTA provides a comprehensive undergraduate education through theory, research, and practice in the performing arts, theatrical design, and dance. Our educational environment is characterized by shared values, unity of purpose, diversity of opinion, mutual respect, and a commitment to lifelong learning. University Information: The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas. Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact. EEO Statement: It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy. ADA Accommodations: The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu . Number of Vacancies: 1 Desired Start Date: 09/01/2024 Open Date: 06/14/2024 Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/28584 and submit the following materials: Required Documents: Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts ( required only for candidates for whom their degree is not in the same discipline as the one in which they will teach ) Contact information for 3 references Optional Documents: Relevant URL Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be addressed to Leah Mazur at leah.mazur@uta.edu . For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta .

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