The Department of Theatre and Dance
Faculty Vacancy - Lecturer
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

The University of Florida, Department of Theatre and Dance seeks a Technical Director, Lecturer position. The position's starting date is July 1, 2004.

Title: Technical Director.

Position Description: Full-time technical director position. Twelve-month –one year renewable contract with possibility of promotion.

Responsibilities: The Technical Director will oversee the management and actively participate in the creation of the entire production process of four main-stage, four showcase, and two dance productions per year, work with the Shop Foreman and Graduate Assistants in the construction of productions. The candidate is expected to be able to demonstrate proficiency in theatrical scenic construction and properties, including woodworking, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, rigging, plastics, and safety. TD will set up newly renovated 2,277 square foot scenic studio as part of newly constructed 46,000 square foot Constans Theatre addition including “state of the art” studios and black box. Teaching assignments will include basic and advanced stagecraft and mechanical drafting courses. The candidate must have demonstrable skills in such programs as AutoCad. The production program is vital and collegial and requires an energetic individual with strong leadership skills.

Qualifications: MFA or equivalent professional experience required. Professional experience is preferred.

Rank and Salary: Lecturer. Twelve month salary: $45,100.

The University of Florida: The University of Florida is a comprehensive, graduate research institution with 48,000 students and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities. Gainesville, which is consistently ranked as one of the nation's most livable cities, is located midway between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Together the university and the community comprise the educational, medical and cultural center for North Central Florida, with outstanding resources such as the University of Florida Performing Arts (Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, University Auditorium, Baughman Center), the Harn Museum of Art, the Florida Museum of Natural History, and the Hippodrome State Theatre.

Department of Theatre and Dance: The Department of Theatre and Dance, organized within the College of Fine Arts, plays an important role in the academic life of the university and in the community. The Department has 20 full-time faculty with approximately 225 theatre majors. Degree programs include the B.A., B.F.A. and M.F.A. Areas of study include Acting, Musical Theatre, Dance, Scene Design, Lighting Design, Costume Design, and Costume Technology. The theatre program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre and is also a member of the University/Resident Theatre Association. Performances take place in the Constans Theatre, Constans Theatre Black Box, and the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Black Box and Main Stage. The Department of Theatre and Dance homepage is located at http://www.arts.ufl.edu/theatreanddance.

Application Deadline: January 15, 2004.

Application Procedures: Applicants should submit a detailed letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and three recent letters of recommendation to: Professor Stan Kaye, Search Committee Chair, University of Florida, Department of Theatre and Dance, P.O. Box 115900, Gainesville, FL 32611-5900.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. The search process will be conducted under the provisions of Florida's Government in the Sunshine and Public Records laws.
The Department of Theatre and Dance
Faculty Vacancy - Assistant Professor
MOVEMENT SPECIALIST


The University of Florida, Department of Theatre and Dance seeks a movement specialist Assistant Professor in a tenure-track position. The position's starting date is August 2004.

Title: Movement Specialist.

Position Description: Full-time tenure-accruing faculty position. Nine-month - contract.

Responsibilities: Teach all levels (BA, BFA, and MFA) of movement and voice/speech. College level teaching experience and expertise in stage combat necessary. Directing, period movement and dialect skills preferred.

Qualifications: MFA or equivalent professional experience required. Professional experience in performance preferred. Secondary expertise in voice/speech and dialects is desirable. Preferred candidates will have Lessac training.

Rank and Salary: Assistant Professor. Nine month salary $46,000.

The University of Florida: The University of Florida is a comprehensive, graduate research institution with 48,000 students and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities. Gainesville, which is consistently ranked as one of the nation's most livable cities, is located midway between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Together the university and the community comprise the educational, medical and cultural center for North Central Florida, with outstanding resources such as the University of Florida Performing Arts (Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, University Auditorium, Baughman Center), the Harn Museum of Art, the Florida Museum of Natural History, and the Hippodrome State Theatre.

Department of Theatre and Dance: The Department of Theatre and Dance, organized within the College of Fine Arts, plays an important role in the academic life of the university and in the community. The Department has 20 full-time faculty with approximately 225 theatre majors. Degree programs include the B.A., B.F.A. and M.F.A. Areas of study include Acting, Musical Theatre, Dance, Scene Design, Lighting Design, Costume Design, and Costume Technology. The theatre program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre and is also a member of the University/Resident Theatre Association. Performances take place in the Constans Theatre, Constans Theatre Black Box, and the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Black Box and Main Stage. The Department of Theatre and Dance homepage is located at http://www.arts.ufl.edu/theatreanddance.

Application Deadline: January 15, 2004.

Application Procedures: Applicants should submit a detailed letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and three recent letters of recommendation to: Professor Yanci Bukovec, Search Committee Chair, University of Florida, Department of Theatre and Dance, P.O. Box 115900, Gainesville, FL 32611-5900.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. The search process will be conducted under the provisions of Florida's Government in the Sunshine and Public Records laws.