Assistant / Associate Professor of Instruction : Production Manager

Overview

Assistant / Associate Professor of Instruction : Production Manager (Non-Tenure Line Faculty) at Texas State University, School of Theatre, Dance, and Film (SoTDF). Starting spring 2026. The Production Manager oversees all functions surrounding the rehearsal and production process for Theatre productions selected by the Season Selection Committee, in support of the pedagogical and artistic visions of SoTDF. The Production Manager reports to the Director of SoTDF and must be available to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Active engagement in day-to-day operations and with all areas of production to promote clear communication.
• Developing and administering production calendars for Theatre Division productions, including rehearsal schedules, move-ins / outs, tech schedule, design and production deadlines, in collaboration with producing faculty and Operations Managers of the Performing Arts Center.
• Developing and administering production databases in Theatre Production SharePoint, including project sites for all productions containing all material and information required to plan and execute each production, including approved versions of scripts.
• Scheduling and supervising production meetings; attending production meetings and design presentations.
• Leading and attending all technical and dress rehearsals for season-selected productions to ensure safety, manage crew, oversee the rehearsal process, and advise students in collaboration with faculty / staff advisors.
• Scheduling and booking venues for rehearsals (company meetings, first rehearsals, crew watches, designer runs).
• Facilitating communication with guest artists and advising department administrators about hires from outside the department (pay, travel, lodging) in collaboration with administrators.
• Managing season selection meetings and maintaining the Production Handbook.
• Financial accounting and tracking of production expenses and the department production budget; securing rights for plays from royalty houses or publishers in collaboration with department assistants.
• Serving as a member of the Design, Technology, and Management Area leadership team.
• Managing Theatre Center room scheduling for co-curricular activities and special events.
• Teaching and / or supervising practicum and management courses in support of realized productions.
• Other duties related to production in the SoTDF.

Working Conditions

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Application Procedures

For full consideration, applications should be received by October 19, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. Applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered : https : / / jobs.hr.txstate.edu / postings / 54258

Interested individuals should submit the following materials :

Posting Details

Type of Position : Full-Time

Proposed Start Date : N / A

Posting Date : 09 / 24 / 2025

Review Date : 10 / 21 / 2025

Close Date : Open Until Filled

Posting remains open until filled; see posting for final details.

Legal Notices

Texas State University is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon record checks and verifications, including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, and reference checks. This position may involve research on critical infrastructure; such activity may require pre-employment and ongoing background checks / cybersecurity screenings as required by state and university policy.

Reasonable Accommodation : If accessibility or alternate formatting is required during the application process due to disability, contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A Talent Acquisition representative will respond promptly.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

Do you hold a bachelor's degree or higher?

Please select the rank you are applying for (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor).

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