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Yale School of Drama seeks a full-time Assistant Professor Adjunct in costume design for the MFA Design Program. Responsibilities include teaching two (2) courses in costume design and execution, supervising and mentoring student work and budgeting on productions, participating in the annual admissions and student recruitment process, and supporting the co-chairs of the Design Program in developing and implementing the curriculum in design. Applicant should have significant experience as a costume designer in the professional theatre and significant experience teaching in a conservatory or other professional training environment. Applicant should also have a strongly demonstrated ability to work effectively and flexibly with a large number of staff, students, interns and other professionals representing a diversity of personalities, gender expression, race, sexual orientation, religion, ability, age, and class. The appointment will be as an Assistant Professor Adjunct of Design for an initial term of up to three (3) years beginning July 1, 2019, renewable, and includes competitive salary with full faculty benefits.
To apply please submit a cover letter, C.V., and three (3) letters of reference. Review of applications will begin January 1, 2019. Materials should be submitted through Interfolio, which is free to applicants: http://apply.interfolio.com/57811.
Yale School of Drama/Yale Repertory Theatre (YSD/YRT) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor Adjunct in Technical Design and Production and Costume Shop Manager. This position is an exciting professional opportunity to work with one of the premier graduate training institutions in the country and shape future leaders and designers of the industry.
This position will be responsible for the supervision of the costume shop, the costume shop staff, and the execution of costumes for YSD/YRT productions; position will also serve as the adviser/supervisor for graduate students and guest costume designers. Additionally, this position will be responsible for teaching up to two graduate-level courses in costume production per semester, as agreed upon with the Chair of Technical Design and Production. Applicants should show leadership in the field, significant professional work in the theater at an advanced level, teaching experience, and demonstrated experience showing a commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion. Position requires advanced interpersonal, written and verbal communication, strategic thinking, prioritization, time-management, and problem solving skills, as well as a strongly demonstrated commitment to safety in the entertainment industry. The appointment will be as an Assistant Professor Adjunct for an initial term of up to two (2) years, beginning July 1, 2019, renewable, and includes competitive salary with full faculty benefits. To apply please submit a cover letter, C.V., and three (3) letters of reference. Materials should be submitted through Interfolio, which is free to applicants: http://apply.interfolio.com/57766. Review of applications will begin December 16, 2018.
Open Rank Search in Dramaturgy and Dramatic Criticism
Yale School of Drama invites applications for a faculty appointment in the nation’s leading three-year conservatory MFA & DFA dramaturgy and dramatic criticism program. The successful candidate will teach classes in at least three fields for MFA students in this professional creative training program, advise MFA and DFA students, and support the Chair in maintaining a dynamic curriculum. The department will consider candidates with expertise in a broad array of specializations in dramatic literature, theory, and theater history. The appointed candidate will have teaching, advising, and administrative responsibilities.
The position requires demonstrated excellence in the field with undergraduate/graduate teaching experience (2-3 years minimum), a record of publications, and experience in mentoring and advising graduate students. Candidates must hold a DFA, PhD, or equivalent degree in dramaturgy, dramatic criticism, theater history, dramatic literature, performance studies or a directly related field. An understanding of the School’s dynamic conservatory environment and dramaturgical practice is essential. Evidence of experience in and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of operations is required. The appointment will be made at the rank of Professor in the Practice, Associate Professor Adjunct, or Assistant Professor Adjunct, depending upon the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. Initial appointment will be from one to three years, beginning July 1, 2019, includes competitive salary with full faculty benefits commensurate with rank.
To apply please submit a cover letter, C.V., and three (3) letters of reference. Materials should be submitted through Interfolio, which is free to applicants: http://apply.interfolio.com/54696. Address all questions to Professor Catherine Sheehy, Chair, Dramaturgy and Dramatic Criticism at catherine.sheehy@yale.edu. Review of applications begins October 1, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.