Contracted Faculty of Practice: Production Technical Director for Theatre and Da

Contracted Faculty of Practice: Production Technical Director for Theatre and Dance (Adjunct)

Position Overview: Faculty at Concordia University, St. Paul work as members of an academic team of full-time and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high-quality instruction to students. Faculty classroom and to demonstrate innovation and excellence in course instruction, foster an atmosphere of active intellectual and creative engagement with students in and out of the classroom, and support the Christian mission of the university. With students at the center of the university's mission, delivering a high-quality student experience is a top priority of the Concordia learning community.

Course Description:

This Contracted Faculty of Practice (CFP) position includes both teaching and non-teaching responsibilities in the Theatre and Dance program at Concordia University. Instructional needs include Stagecraft and Scenic Design. Non-instructional responsibilities include serving as the Technical Director for all theatre and dance productions including successful coordination of all technical elements for productions and events, in collaboration with the Production Coordinator(s). This position reports to the Program Chair in the Theatre and Dance program. Anticipated start August 1, 2024.

Course Modality: Traditional Face-to-Face

# of Credits: 12

THR251 Stagecraft

Fall Semester: 9/3/2024-12/18/2024; Tuesday/Thursday 1:45pm-3:20pm

THR355 Scenic Design

Spring Semester: 1/6/2025-4/30/2025; Tuesday/Thursday 1:45pm-3:20pm

Program/College: The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre program at CSP is the natural jumping-off point for creative theatrical artists pursuing their craft in front of or behind the curtains. Graduates from CSP’s Theatre program are successful in many theatrical career paths as well as education, business, and ministry. CSP’s Theatre degree comprises of a core set of focuses, including acting, set creation, dance, improvisation, and more. This full-bodied approach to theatre is crucial for graduates to be prepared for anything the industry throws at them. Students will experience a rich blend of traditional classroom and performance opportunities that help prepare them for entry into professional careers in theatre or graduate studies.

Course Instruction Responsibilities:

• Facilitate quality student learning through teaching assigned courses.
• Increase student course engagement by providing a positive and regular presence within the course (at least four days per week for online courses) by engaging students through course activities and ongoing availability to provide student support.
• Provide substantive and timely feedback on course assessments, following academic unit and university guidelines, within the Learning Management System, typically within five business days of the assessments’ due dates.
• Respond to student inquiries typically within 24 hours during business days unless otherwise specified at the college level (48 hours on weekends, with closer monitoring if assignments are due during the weekend or on Monday).
• Work collaboratively in a supportive academic environment, partnering with academic advising, career development, and the academic team to ensure each student has the resources they need to succeed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Follow the university and academic unit’s policies and procedures.
• Instructor: course instructional responsibilities noted above.
• Technical Director: 1) coordinate and facilitate all technical departments for all productions; 2) build/construct scenic and prop elements for all productions in collaboration with designers; 3) schedule, attend, and supervise strike dates/student work calls; 4) attend all production meetings; 5) attend all technical and dress rehearsals and performances if needed, as determined by the Production Manager.
• Scene Shop Manager: 1) train, teach, schedule, and supervise student shop workers; 2) mentor student designers as needed; 3) maintain safety procedures and standards in the scene shop and all theatre spaces, in collaboration with the Facilities Manager; 4) maintain cleanliness and order in the scene shop and all theatre spaces; 5) facilitate occasional additional events in theatre and dance spaces.
• In collaboration with the Production Coordinator: 1) hire and supervise guest designers and technicians; 2) hire student scene shop workers; 3) develop and maintain production calendars; 4) maintain budgets, purchases, and rentals for all technical departments (scenic, props, lights, sound, costumes, etc.); 5) serve as a liaison between the theatre and dance program and the Office of Conference and Events; 6) additional duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate a professional and collegial demeanor in working with students, colleagues, and the larger Concordia University, St. Paul learning community.

Qualifications:

Education Required: Master's degree in Theatre Arts or related field.

Education Preferred: Terminal degree in Theatre Arts or related field.

Experience Preferred:

• Previous teaching experience in higher education or work in professional theatre or dance.
• Required Significant experience and expertise in theatrical production scenic building, construction, and scenic painting.
• Required Basic knowledge of all technical areas and significant experience in at least one of the following: lights, props, sound, projection, and/or costumes

Experience Preferred:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Proficiency in QLab.

Physical Demands:

• Physical demands typically include the construction of scenery (lifting, carrying, reaching overhead) and operating a theatrical fly system.
• Operation of power tools and other theatrical equipment (and exposure to resulting noise).

Supplemental Information: It is the policy of CSP to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

However, CSP is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CSP reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religious tenets. 

The mission of Concordia University, St Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, and for enlightened care of God's creation, all within the context of the Christian gospel. This mission is rooted in academic excellence and Christian vocation.
 
The vision of Concordia University, Saint Paul, is to be acknowledged as the leading Lutheran university offering exceptional opportunities for students from all backgrounds who seek relevant career preparation and a challenging academic experience coupled with the insights of Lutheran theology.

 Promise to Students – Concordia University, Saint Paul, empowers you to discover and engage your purpose for life, career and service, in a dynamic, multicultural, urban environment, where Christ is honored, all are welcome, and Lutheran convictions inform intellectual inquiry and academic pursuits.
 
Concordia University owns a 41-acre campus just West of Downtown St. Paul with easy access to light-rail and bus transportation. Only blocks away from popular Summit and Grand Avenues, restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities abound. Concordia is known to have one of the most racially and ethnically diverse university student bodies in the state of Minnesota.
 

Feel free to contact Cassidy Leininger - cleininger@csp.edu, with any questions

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