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THEMED ENTERTAINMENT STAGE MANAGEMENT LECTURER SEARCH

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE – CLAIRE TREVOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, DEPARTMENT OF DRAMA

The Department of Drama is establishing a search of qualified applicants for a position as part-time lecturer for Spring Quarter 2025 in the curriculum area of Themed Entertainment Management / Stage Management.

The department seeks applicants to teach a graduate level class in Stage Management centering on Themed Entertainment, which cross collaborates with our other Design disciplines on a themed entertainment project.

Course: Drama 254: Graduate Stage Management – T/Th 10:00 am – 11:50 am

Responsibilities:
A lecturer’s responsibilities encompass: conducting scheduled classes or delivering online content in accordance with UCI, CTSA, and Department of Drama guidelines (utilizing the online Canvas learning management system as appropriate); teaching assigned courses in alignment with the established syllabus content and learning objectives, and adhering to department course coordination policies when applicable; assessing and evaluating student learning, including the submission of grades; being accessible to students in assigned classes, either in person or electronically, to offer additional academic support as necessary and appropriate for the teaching role; and following university-wide policies for student evaluations of instruction and peer observations.

Qualifications:
An MFA, or commensurate experience, in Drama/Theater Arts/Stage Management/Themed Entertainment is required. Compensation for course will be approximately $7,500.00 total for the quarter.

Candidates for this position must have strong professional credits in stage management or applicable field; an investment in teaching, training, and working in a university environment; and a commitment to inclusive excellence and consent-based practices. Candidates must have evidence of a pedagogical and professional profile that is compatible with distinguished stage management training at a major research university. It is crucial that candidates demonstrate the ability and commitment to work effectively with a diverse student population.

Candidates must apply using the online application system, RECRUIT, at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09493 (select "Apply Now").

Applications must include:
• Cover Letter (that identifies the subject matter that interests you most to teach)
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Reflective Teaching Statement (1-2 pages) – outlining one’s approach to teaching
• Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement (1-2 pages) - Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
• List of references (at least 3-5 with names and contact information)

To ensure full consideration, the application must be completed by March 2, 2025. For additional information or questions, please contact Marcus L Beeman, Department Administrator, at Drama@uci.edu.

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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