Theatre Arts, Acting/Directing Assistant Professor

California State University, Fresno Fresno, CA Full-time Education

Posted on April 22, 2024

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Theatre Arts, Acting/Directing Assistant Professor

Job No: 532203
Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Fresno
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time

California State University, Fresno
College of Arts & Humanities
Theatre and Dance
http://fresnostate.edu/artshum

Theatre Arts, Acting/Directing
Assistant Professor
Tenure Track
Fall 2024 (August 2024)

Overview

California State University, Fresno's Department of Theatre and Dance invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Theatre, Acting and Directing. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the Acting Emphasis, advise students, supervise student's creative activities, facilitate community outreach and direct plays for the University Theatre's Mainstage season.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to acting coaching, voice coaching and or movement coaching. The person in this position is expected to advise and coach actors for professional auditions, graduate school, and acting internships. They may direct classical theater, musical theater, or contemporary plays for the University Theatre. Other courses in the Acting Emphasis include Voice and Speech for Performance, Stage Dialects, Musical Theatre and Movement for Actors. Demonstrated ability to teach several of these courses is preferred. General Education can also be a part of the teaching load. Recruiting and retaining students in the department is part of the position's responsibilities.

We seek an individual who is enthusiastic about working cooperatively with faculty and staff in the Department of Theatre and Dance and the College of Arts and Humanities. Collaboration and collegiality are an important part of the culture of the department. Faculty typically teach 12 WTUs (4 courses) per semester. During the first two years of appointment, new faculty teach 9 WTUs (3 courses) to support scholarly and/or creative activities. In summary, the successful candidate will teach and develop courses in the Acting emphasis, conduct creative activity; serve on department, college, and university committees; engage in community service; and actively participate in Theatre and Dance activities and programming.

Our students: California State University, Fresno is committed to serving our students with a focus on inclusion. Fresno State has been recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); an Asian American/Native Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); and has been designated to the Community Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Qualifications:

Required Education (from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.):

An earned terminal degree MFA or doctorate (Ph.D.) in Theatre or another closely related discipline.
Applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered. For appointment, the doctorate must be completed by the date of appointment (August 1, 2024).

Required Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching at the undergraduate level or equivalent professional experience in acting and/or directing.
Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with people from a diverse ethnic, cultural, gender, ability, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Experience:

Demonstrated record of success in Classical Theatre, including Shakespeare.
Demonstrated record of success in Voice and Speech for Performance.
Professional experience that can help connect our students to the industry, professional theaters, and grad school programs.
Additional experience in one or more of the following areas: Acting techniques, Musical Theatre, Movement and/or Vocal techniques, Physical Theatre or Stage Combat.

Application Procedures:

To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by November 1, 2023; review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Note: All positions at Fresno State are subject to funding availability.

Apply online at: http://careers.csufresno.edu

Attach the following:

Cover letter specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.
Curriculum vitae
A statement addressing your commitment to working with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. This statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present contributions to diversity, inclusion, and social justice in their professional careers, including their future aspirations for promoting these values. The purpose of this statement is to help the department identify candidates who have professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to engage in activities that could help California State University, Fresno contribute to its mission in these areas. (2-pages)
Sample syllabi
Unofficial Transcripts
List of three professional references

The committee will request current letters of recommendation from the professional references on file for the position's finalists; official transcripts from all relevant educational programs will also be requested. Candidates invited for an on-campus visit must submit by mail/e-mail within the designated deadline.

The Search Chair will send information and requests for these items:

Three current letters of recommendation
Official transcripts

Committee Information and Search process:

Search Chair: Dr. Gina Sandi Diaz
Associate Professor of Theatre
Department of Theatre and Dance
College of Arts and Humanities
Email: gsandidiaz@csufresno.edu

About Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We focus on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow, promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. We nurture cultural competence by celebrating the rich diversity of the campus community and welcoming the participation of all. Members of the University community work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

The campus is ranked 36^th in the nation by Washington Monthly; ranked 3^rd by U.S. News & World Report in graduation rate performance for public institutions; and, ranked 41^st in the nation in MONEY Magazines 50 Best Public Colleges. The campus is classified as an R2 “Doctoral Universities - High research activities” university per the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education

Tenure-Track Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through the University's Probationary Plan Process. For additional information, please visit: www.fresnostate.edu/academics/facultyaffairs/procedures/facultyrtp/. We value our commitment to the success of our faculty by providing services from the Center for Faculty Excellence to Research and Sponsored Programs.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, the anticipated hiring salary is $6,000 per month for Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per academic year). As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package.

About the College and Department:

Fresno State's Theatre and Dance Department is housed in the College of Arts and Humanities. Students work side-by-side with faculty and staff to create exciting and dynamic productions. Each student enjoys a great deal of individual attention from the faculty and staff, and through this close collaboration, students not only develop their talents but also learn to work well under pressure as part of a team. Our department offers a B.A. degree with emphasis in Acting, Design/Tech, General Theatre and Theatre Education. The Department is committed to and welcomes applications from members of diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic groups. Further information can be found at our website: https://cah.fresnostate.edu/theatrearts/index.html

Territorial Acknowledgement:

The Fresno State campus sits in the midst of the San Joaquin Valley, a valley rich in the traditions and representation of Native American peoples and cultures. We are grateful to be in the traditional homelands of the Yokuts and Mono peoples, whose diverse tribal communities share stewardship over this land.

Other Campus Information:

In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Fresno has made crime-reporting statistics available to applicants, students, and employees online at www.fresnostate.edu/police/clery/index.shtml. Print copies are available by request from the Campus Police Department.

A background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily for this position. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn, or employment may be terminated based upon the results of the background investigation.

The person holding this position is considered a "limited reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment. You can obtain a copy of this Executive order by accessing the following website: http://www.calstate.edu/eo/EO-1083.html.

California State University, Fresno is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click http://fresnostate.edu/adminserv/smokefree/index.html

California State University, Fresno is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

Out of State Employment

Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.

To apply, visit https://careers.fresnostate.edu/en-us/job/532203/theatre-arts-actingdirecting-assistant-professor

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