The 91Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ School of Theatre and Dance is accepting applications for a full-time tenure track position in Scenic Design to begin in August 2025. Millikin is a small, private, comprehensive university of approximately 1800 students located in Decatur, Illinois. The nationally recognized School of Theatre and Dance is a vibrant and highly visible component of the campus community serving 160 students in five-degree programs including a BA in Theatre and BFAs in Acting, Design and Production, Musical Theatre, and Stage Management. The school is housed in a new $29 million facility, the Center for Theatre and Dance, which opened in 2020. Currently, this position is a visiting line which has been approved to move to a tenure-track position with this hire.
Responsibilities include:
- Teach courses in elements of design, drawing/rendering, scenic design, properties design, and scenic painting
- Design 1-2 mainstage productions per semester
- Supervise stock and equipment in prop shop
- Coordinate and supervise paint calls
- Supervise and mentor student designers and technicians working in scenic and properties design & fabrication
- Attend School of Theatre & Dance, College of Fine Arts, and full faculty meetings
- University and School of Theatre & Dance service
- Advise undergraduate students through curriculum and mentorship
Required qualifications:
- MFA in Scenic Design, Theatre Design, or related field
- University level teaching experience
- Demonstrated collaborative design and technical experience in university productions, professional theatre, and/or relevant entertainment venues
- Demonstrated scenic painting skills
- Demonstrated experience with current drawing, rendering, and drafting practices and software, including but not limited to: Hand drafting, traditional drawing & painting, Vectorworks. Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, AutoCAD, and SketchUp
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience teaching diverse student populations
- Experience in projection design
- Experience in sound design, engineering, or other fields of theatre design and technology
- USITT Membership
- Teaching and collaborative practices related to Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility
Application Materials:
- Letter of Application
- Current Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy including a statement on Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility
- 3 Professional References
- Design Portfolio or Website
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin November 18 and will continue until filled.
Employment and first day of work is contingent upon successful completion of background check. 91Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups in this field are encouraged to apply. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, 91Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive. Millikin offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including eligibility for tuition waiver.