Instructor of Technical Theatre

Full Time • 0.00

Tennessee Tech University - Cookeville, Tennessee
https://www.tntech.edu

Description

The College of Fine Arts at Tennessee Tech University invites applications for a 1-year Interim Instructor of Technical Theatre, beginning August 1, 2026. 

Description of Job Duty:

A successful candidate will serve as Production Manager/Technical Director for the Tennessee Tech Theatre program and oversee the technical aspects of annual productions. 

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Essential Functions:

This faculty member should be qualified to teach Stage Management, Sound Design, Lighting Design, and Stagecraft. Other areas of teaching may be assigned based on the candidate's interest and experience. This position includes course release for overseeing the technical aspects of annual productions.  

Physical Demands:

Must be able to climb ladders. Some heavy lifting involved.

Work Hours:

Teaching M-F 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Productions 6p.m.-midnight

Special Instructions:

Applicants will apply online at https://jobs.tntech.edu and upload: 

1. Letter of application that describes teaching and theatrical experience and interests
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Copies of all post-secondary transcripts (official copies required upon hire) 
4. Statement of commitment to working in educational theatre
5. Three examples of design work (in a PDF, JPEG, or GIF file)
6. Email addresses of three professional references who will be invited to submit recommendation letters when selected for interview

Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility; an application without required material is incomplete and will not be considered.

Interviews may be conducted virtually if a campus visit is not possible. Candidates selected for interviews may be asked to provide additional materials (e.g., official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions, evidence of effective teaching). Questions may be directed to Colin Hill, Director of the School of Music, at cjhill@tntech.edu. Screening of applications begins ­­­­­July 15, 2026; position is open until filled. 

Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience. 

Benefits Information:

Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months.

Minimum Qualifications:

Earned MFA, with a specialization in technical theatre, by the time of appointment. The candidate must have capability in scenic and lighting design and be able to work effectively with students, faculty, and university personnel. Experience in production management and set construction. The candidate must also have the knowledge and desire to teach Introduction to Theatre.

Preferred Qualifications:

College-level teaching experience and professional theatre experience is preferred. Costuming and/or makeup, is desirable. Candidate should have experience in set design, light design, construction, and production management.

To apply for this job

Apply online at https://jobs.tntech.edu