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University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, NC
US

DESCRIPTION

Visiting Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre

University Information

Located in North Carolina鈥檚 third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal 鈥� helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University鈥檚 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The UNCG School of Theatre鈥檚 mission is to prepare students to be informed theatre practitioners with commitment to creativity, innovation, inclusion, and the advancement of the art form. Our community seeks candidates who are invested in creating communities of practice and care in which access is paramount. We have 17 full-time, professionally active faculty members who serve over 300 students in BA and BFA concentrations and in MFA programs in Design, Musical Direction for Musical Theatre, and Theatre for Youth. The school mounts a yearly season of seven-to-eight plays and musicals, along with student-driven work and other types of performance opportunities. The School of Theatre is committed to creating and developing a diverse, engaged, artistically well-balanced body of future theatre professionals, performers, and teachers.

Position Summary

The School of Theatre at UNC Greensboro strongly encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups who are dedicated to advancing equity and inclusivity in their teaching and professional/creative practice for a 1-year visiting position with a possible second-year renewal at the rank of Assistant Professor rank beginning August 1, 2025. Review of applications will begin May 28th, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching courses in musical theatre performance for BFA Students. (Coursework may include classes in audition technique, musicianship, and others depending on experience.)
• Musical Direction of departmental musicals. The successful candidate will begin rehearsals for the School of Theatre鈥檚 production of Sweeney Todd: the Demon Barber of Fleet Streeton August 11th, 2025. Classes for the Fall semester commence on August 19th with the production opening in early October.
• Supervising, advising, and instructing the MFA Musical Director Candidate.
• Advising students, assisting in student recruitment, and serving on departmental, college, and university committees.
• To be a class accompanist when necessary

Minimum Qualifications

• We are looking for candidates with strong skills in collaboration and communication, as well as professional networks to help bridge classroom experiences and the profession. Applicants should have special expertise in musical theatre as a musical director.
• MM, MFA in Music, Musical Theatre or Theatre, or equivalent professional experience.
• Professional experience as a musical director
• Excellent piano skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in vocal editing, mixing, and production to include recording tracks
• Professional experience as a musical director on Broadway, off-Broadway, or touring productions
• University-level teaching experience
• Demonstrated experience with current theoretical pedagogical trends, including culturally responsive teaching practices

Tenure Status Not on Track

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application should include:

1. Cover letter, including experience working with diverse student population
2. Current CV
3. Teaching philosophy including experience with teaching musical theatre technique, music theory or musicianship, how to creatively decolonize curricula, and fostering collaborative and supportive studios and rehearsals
4. Additionally, applicants are required to provide a list of three references and include their professional affiliation, relationship to the applicant, email address, and phone number.

Applicants will have the option to upload a link to their professional portfolio and/or website.

Recruitment Range Commensurate with Experience

Job Open Date 05/07/2025

For Best Consideration Date 05/28/2025 Open Until Filled

To apply for this position, please visit our website at:

AA/EOE: UNCG is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please email us at [email protected]. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree verified prior to start date.

UNCG participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

SALARY

$65,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

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