Professor of Practice, Costume Technologist
Tulane University

Professor of Practice, Costume Technologist

Location:
New Orleans, LA
Open Date:
Oct 18, 2023
Description:

PROFESSOR OF PRACTICE/COSTUME TECHNOLOGIST: Tulane University's Department of Theatre and Dance is seeking a full-time Professor of Practice in Costume Technology and Construction.  The department is in the process of revising its graduate curriculum, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to help shape the content and structure for future graduate cohorts. The department is committed to inclusive and equitable practices in work, teaching, and production, and we are excited to bring innovative faculty members who can help us create a dynamic, inclusive, and progressive program.

 We seek a candidate with proficient knowledge in garment construction (period and modern), draping, advanced pattern making, drafting, cutting, and sewing as well as industrial machine expertise. The candidate should have general knowledge of millinery, mask-making, armor, wigs, and make-up. Applicants must have the capacity to effectively teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

 This position is split 75/25 with the Strategy, Leadership and Analytics Minor (SLAM) program, and as such, we seek candidates who can contribute to this program as well. SLAM is looking for dynamic faculty with a range of professional experiences and who are committed to a liberal arts approach to help students leverage their creativity, communication, and analytic skills to develop leadership and strategic thinking.

 The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate strong collaboration and communication skills. The department seeks candidates with specialty areas that complement and expand upon the curriculum; persons willing to advise MFA, BFA, and BA students on academic progress and student production work; and to be involved in recruiting and department production activities. This position has a 3/3 teaching load, with course reassignment possible for construction responsibilities. Night and weekend hours required during technical rehearsals.

Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities:

·  Work closely and effectively with Costume Shop Supervisor, Costume Design faculty, Technical Director, and other members of the             production team in all phases of the production process

·  Track expenditures and stay within budget by estimating design expenses, procuring equipment, materials, and expendables for                     productions.

·  Share in advising and supervisory responsibilities for student Costume Designers, Assistant Costume Designers, and general shop labor.

·  Oversee wardrobe crews for department mainstage productions.

 

·   Contribute to overall operations and supervision of the costume shop.

About the Department of Theatre & Dance

The Department of Theatre and Dance is currently in an exciting period of reimagining and expansion. We are hiring four full-time faculty positions and recently received a significant grant from the Louisiana Board of Regents to update the technology in our primary performance venue. We are excited to bring innovative faculty members who can help us create a dynamic, inclusive, and progressive program. We produce a fully-designed season of mainstage Theatre and Dance productions, often bringing exciting guest artists to work with our students (recent guests include Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Lynn Nottage, Israeli choreographer Ronit Ziv, and Broadway director Zhailon Levingston). In addition to faculty and guest artist led work, we offer opportunities for student-led projects in both dance and theatre.

Tulane is located in beautiful uptown New Orleans, a city known for its unique history, outstanding food, and rich arts and culture scene. In addition to working on campus, our faculty members and students are often employed in the vibrant professional film, television, and theatre communities in town.

Family-Friendly Policies and Professional Development

 

We offer family-friendly policies and a range of professional development opportunities focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are dedicated to supporting our faculty, especially those from underrepresented groups, through mentoring and resources.

 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• MA or commensurate professional experience
• Knowledge of contemporary training and costume construction practices
• Demonstrated abilities in patterning, cutting, draping, sewing, hair/makeup and related costume construction practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• MFA in Costume Technology/Construction field
• Design experience in both dance and theatre
• Professional costume construction experience
• IATSE membership

 

 

Application Instructions:

To apply, submit the following via Interfolio:

• Letter of Application
• CV
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy - Please include how you acknowledge and address issues related to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in your pedagogy
• Sample of work (either link to on-line portfolio or uploaded examples of completed projects)
• Contact information for three references

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please reach out to the chair of this search, Associate Professor Alice Pascal-Escher, with any questions: apascal@tulane.edu. 

 

 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Tulane University is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action/persons with disabilities/veterans employer committed to excellence through diversity. Tulane will not discriminate against individuals with disabilities or veterans. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

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