Assistant Professor of Professional Practice-Music Direction and Music Theory for Musical Theatre
College of Fine Arts
Assistant Professor of Professional Practice-Music Direction and Music Theory for Musical Theatre
- 498681
- Faculty
- Full-time
- Opening at: May 4 2023 at 12:00 CDT
- College of Fine Arts
Application Deadline:
Until filled, committee begins review June 5, 2023
Position Details:
This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person.
The TCU Department of Theatre seeks an Assistant Professor of Professional Practice for a newly-created position in our nationally-ranked Musical Theatre program starting August 14, 2023. This full-time, nine-month faculty position is annually renewable, non-tenure track, and includes a full benefits package and promotion track. This faculty member is expected to be on campus and in person fulltime. Committee will begin to review applications on June 5, 2023. The position will remain open until filled.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join a collaborative academic community that places the highest value on artistic excellence and rigorous inquiry. TCU encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas that inform and stimulate intellectual/artistic engagement. Learn more about TCU’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at https://www.tcu.edu/about/diversity-equity-inclusion.php and https://www.tcu.edu/diversity-inclusion/index.php.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Music Direction for one musical each semester:
• accompanying rehearsals
• singer/actor coaching
• conducting while playing piano or keyboard for performances
• contracting professional musicians
- Regular teaching of Musical Theatre Theory I & II (one class per semester) – includes sight-singing
- Accompaniment for the TCU Department of Theatre, including but not limited to: approximately two Musical Theatre performance classes each semester; end-of-semester BFA juries; BFA entrance auditions
- Other duties as assigned
- Outside service and scholarship/creative activity are encouraged, but not required.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent keyboard, sight-reading, and accompanying skills
- Experience in music direction and conducting
- Arranging and orchestration skills
- Solid knowledge of musical theatre repertoire
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- A passion for collaboration and mentoring students
PREFERRED:
- Graduate degree or 5+ years of professional musical theatre experience
- Experience teaching Music Theory for Musical Theatre students
- Professional contracting skills
- Knowledge of Mainstage and/or other keyboard programming software
Department Details:
The Department of Theatre at TCU is home to a top ranked Musical Theatre Performance BFA emphasis in the heart of Dallas/Fort Worth. We are dedicated to developing in our students’ artistic excellence, intellectual growth, and a spirit of empathy through professional theatre training within a liberal arts education.
Theatre TCU Core Values:
• Artistic and academic excellence and achievement
• Individual and collaborative artistic expression
• Inclusion and diversity of people, ideas, perspectives, and cultures
• Active study of the past to help us form the future
• Value and power of the theatre for social growth
• Self-discipline and an optimal work ethic
• Mentorship and commitment to personal development
School/College Description:
University & Fort Worth Description:
Required Application Materials & Application Instructions:
APPLICATION MATERIALS:
- Current curriculum vita or resume
- A one-page statement that addresses how the candidate will contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts at TCU
- A one-page statement of teaching philosophy
- Three references, references will be contacted after applications have been reviewed.
AA/EEO Statement:
TCU Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report Notice of Availability
Texas Christian University is committed to assisting all members of the campus community in providing for their own safety and security. TCU’s Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy & Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act. This report includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by the University, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The statements of policy contained within this report address institutional policies, procedures, and programs concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, emergency notifications and timely warning of crimes, sexual and interpersonal violence, and personal safety at TCU. Additionally, this report outlines fire safety systems, policies and procedures for on-campus housing facilities, as well as residence hall fire statistics.
The Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report can be found on the TCU Police Department website at https://police.tcu.edu/annual-security-report, or a paper copy of the report may be obtained by contacting the TCU Police Department at 817-257-7930, or via email at police@tcu.edu.
Sign Up for Job Alerts!
Thank you!
Want to Share This Job?
We've sent an email!
Recently Posted Jobs
Marketing Faculty Adjunct Pool
M.J. Neeley School of Business 498820 TCU Main Campus Texas United States 2800 South University Drive, TCU Main Campus, Texas, United States, 76129 VC/Provost Academic Affairs Adjunct FacultyGlobal Business and Ethics Faculty Adjunct Pool
M.J. Neeley School of Business 498819 TCU Main Campus Texas United States 2800 South University Drive, TCU Main Campus, Texas, United States, 76129 VC/Provost Academic Affairs Adjunct FacultyAccounting Faculty Adjunct Pool
M.J. Neeley School of Business 498818 TCU Main Campus Texas United States 2800 South University Drive, TCU Main Campus, Texas, United States, 76129 VC/Provost Academic Affairs Adjunct FacultyReady to Apply?
Thank you
