Scenic Designer - Professor of Practice
Company: Kansas State University
Location: Manhattan
Posted on: September 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Scenic Designer - Professor of Practice
Department: 3670020190 School of Music Theatre Dance
Job no: 515962
Employment type: Academic / Faculty - 9 month
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Worksite: On-site requirement
Categories: Education / Instructional, Arts / Humanities
Pay Grade: 001
About This Role:
Kansas State University's Theatre Program is seeking an experienced
and dedicated Scenic Designer to join our esteemed faculty as a
Professor of Practice at a Full time, 9-month Regular Non-Tenure
position. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute
to our vibrant theatre program while promoting diversity,
creativity, and excellence in scenic design. As a Scenic Designer
and Professor of Practice, you will inspire and mentor students,
collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to the artistic growth
and inclusivity of our program.
Responsibilities:
Why Join Us:
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance is accredited by NAST,
NASM, and NADTA and is housed within the College of Arts and
Sciences, the "intellectual and academic core of the University"
with 23 academic units. A land-grant institution, Kansas State
University is a Carnegie "very high research" and "engaged"
university with more than 3,000 students who participate in
curricular and co-curricular activities offered through the School
of Music, Theatre, and Dance.
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance has 225 undergraduate Music
majors pursuing the B.M., B.A., and B.M.E. degrees; 70 graduate
Music students pursuing M.M. degrees; 50 Theatre majors pursuing
the B.A. and B.S. degrees; 25 graduate Theatre students pursuing
the M.A degree in theatre with a concentration in drama therapy; 25
secondary majors in dance; and offers minors and certificates in
Music, Theatre, and Dance. The school has 55 full-time and one
part-time faculty member, is supported by a Director and
4-Associate Directors, a full-time academic advisor, and three
full-time administrative staff members.
Kansas State University is a distinguished public, land-grant
institution renowned for the excellence of its faculty, students,
staff, academic programs, research, and service. It is a
three-campus system with the main campus located in Manhattan and
the other campuses in Olathe and Salina. Online degree programs,
professional development conferences and workshops, and enrichment
classes and programs are offered through the K-State Global Campus.
The university has an enrollment of more than 20,000 students from
all 50 states and more than 100 countries. K-State was recognized
by the Princeton Review as one of America's best colleges and U.S.
News & World Report lists the university among the top 75 public
universities in the U.S. The mission of K-State is to foster
excellent teaching, research, extension, and service that develop a
highly skilled and educated citizenry necessary to advancing the
well-being of Kansas, the nation, and the international
community.
K-State is centered on a 664-acre campus in Manhattan located 50
miles west of the state capital of Topeka and 125 miles west of
Kansas City in the rolling Flint Hills. Manhattan provides access
to a wide range of educational, cultural, medical, and recreational
programs and facilities. The local economy is bolstered by K-State
and its proximity to Fort Riley, a large U.S. Army installation,
and is the home of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility
(NBAF).
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package
that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans,
paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits
are available, please visit:
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion.
The University actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial
environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students,
and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the .
Worksite Options:
This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is
performed on employer premises or designated assignment
location.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications: Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents:
Please send any questions to Prof. David Mackay, Chair of the
Kansas State University Scenic Designer Search Committee
(dbmackay@ksu.edu).
Screening of Applications Begins:
November 15, 2023 and continues until position is filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender
identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected
veteran.
Background Screening Statement:
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State
University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the
process of considering your candidacy as an employee.
Advertised: Sep 05, 2023 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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