Sound Design and Technology Supervisor

The Department of Theatre & Dance at Texas State University invites applicants for an instructor and supervisor in the area of Sound Technology & Design. The position is at the academic rank of lecturer and is a 9-month contract. This is an interim position with the opportunity to apply for the renewing position when the formal search opens.



Required Qualifications:

-Professional experience in a sound-related field

-Experience with industry-standard audio equipment and design software



Preferred Qualifications:

-MFA in a sound-related field

-Experience teaching sound design and/or sound technology at the university level

-Experience supervising student crews for performing arts events and mentoring student designers

-Evidence of strong communication and problem-solving skills



The successful candidate will typically teach up to two courses related to sound design and technology per semester. The majority of the workload will consist of providing sound technology and design support for all theatre and dance productions; this will involve being the faculty designer and/or technician or supervising student designers and technicians on departmental productions in three venues. The successful candidate will be a core faculty member in the Design, Technology, and Management area.



To apply, please send CV and a link to a digital portfolio (if available) to Sarah Maines at sm74@txstate.edu.