Assistant Professor of Theatre in Costume Design

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 14,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with bilingual and/or diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

The Position: Assistant Tenure-Track Professor (Costume Design)

Position Starts: Fall 2025

College: Humanities and Fine Arts

Department/School: Music, Theatre and Dance

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience. (Anticipated hiring range: $70,000 - $ 75,000 per year).

Initial Review Date: 12/02/2024; complete applications received after that date may be considered.

Minimum Qualifications:

The minimum education requirement for appointment to this position is a terminal degree in Theatre or Theatre Design (or professional equivalent which includes a Bachelor of Arts degree and at least 3 years of professional experience). Candidates nearing completion of the terminal degree may be considered; however, all requirements for conferral of the degree must be met no later than the start date of the position.

Responsibilities:

This tenure-track position carries responsibilities in the areas of teaching costume design, costume crafts and make-up design as well as regular production design assignments in these areas.  Faculty mentor students in the design and fabrication of costumes, makeup, hair, and costume props for Theatre productions and other school collaborations. Faculty collaborate with the costume shop, which is currently supported by 1.5 staff members. Together, the faculty and staff share responsibility of managing the costume shop's equipment and inventory, budgets, and costume stock. Attendance at regular production meetings and some rehearsals is expected. Faculty collaborate with staff members in the costume shop with completion of designs, supervision of student workers, production teams and class crews, etc. Other responsibilities include advising, recruiting, curriculum development, professional affiliations as appropriate, the development of a record of scholarly achievement and/or a professional design portfolio, the demonstration of outstanding university teaching, and other duties as assigned. Course assignments typically include General Education and/or Majors classes within the candidate’s teaching ability. Courses might include Social Justice in Theatre, Children’s Literature in Performance, Introduction to Theatre, Foundations of Design, Text/Script analysis, Performance of Identify (gender/race and sexuality), Theatre History, Stage Management, Crew Practicum Supervision, World Theatre, Directing, and any other classes within the candidate’s expertise and interest. Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.

How to Apply:

Applicants must provide a current cover letter (including how you have addressed, or plan to address teaching to diverse student groups), a CV, and contact information of three professional references. Additional information may be requested at a later time. All applicants must apply online, applications submitted via email or in-person to the department will not be considered.

The Department:

The CSU, Chico Music and Theatre Department offers a BA in Music (options in Music Education and Applied Music), a BA in Music Industry and Technology (options in Music Industry and Recording Arts), a BA in Theatre Arts, a BFA in Musical Theatre, and minors in music, theatre, and dance. There are approximately 350 majors across the department. The 10 Tenured/Tenure Track and 16 lecturer faculty are engaged in a wide variety of music and theatre activities, producing 4-5 theatrical productions per year, dance concerts every other year, and concerts from two bands, two jazz bands, two choirs, and various small ensembles. The department is accredited by NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre).

Job-related questions should be