Assistant Professor in Acting & Directing

The University of Georgia Department of Theatre and Film Studies seeks a tenure-track assistant professor whose artistic practice and research focuses on acting, directing with an emphasis on vocal production and vocal health, with a strong background in recognized methodology; Linklater, Rodenburg, Fitzmaurice, Alba, Miller, Estill, etc. Additional areas of specialization could include voice-over, heightened text, dialects, musical theatre performance, acting styles, performance methods based in global, non-western, or diasporic performance, intimacy direction and choreography, acting on camera. Minimum Qualifications: have an MFA or equivalent terminal degree in Theatre or a related field, or have completed all the requirements for this degree by August 1, 2024, at least three years teaching experience, at least three years professional experience in the theatre and/or film industry, be a Union affiliated member in good standing, such as Actors’ Equity and/or SAG/AFTRA. Anticipated start date of August 1, 2024. Applicants should upload a cover letter, C.V., and teaching philosophy. Other materials should display evidence of professional and teaching activity. These might include an online portfolio, reels, articles, sample syllabi, links to performances. Applicants will also be asked to provide names and e-mail addresses of three references; recommendations will be requested later in the search process. Inquiries may be directed to Professor George Contini, Search Committee Chair, gcontini@uga.edu. Visit https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/3425 to apply.