Visiting Faculty In Theatre In The Department Of Music, Theatre, And Dance (theatre Design) (2026)

Grand Valley State University

Allendale, Michigan, United States
Base: $50,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
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Mfa in theatre design area
Teaching theatre design courses
Providing production design for mainstage
Grand Valley State University seeks two full-time visiting faculty members in theatre design for its Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance, starting August 2026. The position is non-tenure track, focusing on teaching and production design responsibilities, and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds

Job Summary

  • The Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance at Grand Valley State University is seeking visiting faculty to teach theatre design and provide production design for mainstage productions.
  • Successful candidates must hold an MFA in a theatre design area or a master's degree with commensurate production design experience.
  • The position offers a salary of $50,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package including health plans, tuition waiver, and wellness coaching.

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Grand Valley State University seeks two full-time visiting faculty members in theatre design for its Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance, starting August 2026. The position is non-tenure track, focusing on teaching and production design responsibilities, and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Salary

Base: $50,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health plans, life insurance, tuition waiver, adoption resources, wellness coaching, free fitness access

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • MFA in Theatre Design area
  • Teaching theatre design courses
  • Providing production design for mainstage
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to mentor student designers

Nice-to-have

  • Secondary design emphasis experience
  • Experience in scene painting
  • Experience in stage management
  • One or more years of higher education teaching
  • Commitment to inclusive and diverse environment

Key Requirements

  • MFA in Theatre Design (Costume, Scenic, or Lighting)
  • Master's degree with commensurate production design experience
  • Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship
  • Unofficial graduate transcripts required for application

Work Rights

Must be US citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or authorized to work without sponsorship

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