Lecturer in Theater (Scene Design)

Overview

Lecturer in Theater (Scene Design) at Christopher Newport University. The Department of Music, Theatre and Dance invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track position with a nominal teaching load of 4-4. The successful candidate will teach studio classes in scene design and drawing & drafting, intro to theater, and other areas of specialization for both majors and non-majors. The position includes production responsibilities as Scenic Designer for four shows in the mainstage season, supervising student teams in properties and scenic painting, and participating in departmental advising and recruitment. All faculty are involved in undergraduate teaching within a liberal arts environment and in teaching within the Liberal Learning Core Curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach studio classes in scene design and drawing & drafting, intro to theater, and other areas of specialization for both majors and non-majors.
• Integrate technologies of 3D-visualization and 3D-printing; proficiency with Vectorworks and / or AutoCAD.
• Serve as Scenic Designer for four shows in the mainstage season.
• Supervise student teams in properties and scenic painting as part of the Scenic Design load.
• Participate in departmental advising and recruiting; contribute to the theater program's development.
• Commit to undergraduate teaching within a liberal arts environment and teach in the Liberal Learning Core Curriculum.

Qualifications

Department Information

Theater & Dance at CNU is a production-driven program with 10 full-time faculty and 100 majors. The University offers a BA in theater with six concentrations and a dance minor. The department has a robust production schedule, an annual dance concert, and student-directed performances. The Ferguson Center for the Arts houses state-of-the-art studios, classrooms, design labs, construction shops, and three performance venues. The faculty are highly credentialed and collaborative. More information is available at http : / / www.cnu.edu / theatercnu.edu

Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts and sciences institution dedicated to teaching, scholarship, research and student success. The university emphasizes diversity and inclusion; applications from underrepresented groups are encouraged. More details are available at http : / / www.cnu.edu

Application Instructions

To apply, visit https : / / jobs.cnu.edu / postings / to upload a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial screening), statement of teaching philosophy, a one-page statement articulating how teaching, scholarship and service would contribute toward an inclusive learning environment, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation. Letters may be uploaded with application materials or emailed to facultyrecruitment@cnu.edu

This position will be posted until filled; for priority consideration, apply by November 1, 2025 . Finalists may be required to complete a CNU-sponsored background check. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities can be requested through the CNU Human Resources Office at (757) 594-7145.

Posting Details

Posting Number : F262P

Posting Date : 09 / 18 / 2025

Review Begin Date : 11 / 01 / 2025

EEO / Diversity Statement

Christopher Newport University is an EO Employer committed to access and opportunity.

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