university of florida

Students of Theatrical Design can choose to concentrate in any one of the following areas: Lighting Design, Set Design, Costume Design or Costume Technology. The Master of Fine Art program follows a three-year/60 credit curriculum.

Graduate assistants may have one or more of following assignments:

· Teach undergraduate level courses in specialized design areas;

· Design department theatrical and dance productions (nine per academic year);

· Assist in the light lab, scene shop or costume shop workroom;

· Assist faculty designers.

Qualifications:

· an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution;

· a strong background in theatre production and an eagerness to share your abilities;

· excellent communication and organizational skills;

· an outstanding academic record/outstanding professional recommendations.

Stipend:
Graduate Assistants receive an annual stipend of up to $8400, as well as a tuition waiver of $2242 for Florida residents and $8736 for out-of-state students (based on 18 hours of registration per year).

Design Theatre Faculty
Professors Stan Kaye (Lighting Design), Mihai Ciupe (Set Design), Jennifer Smith (Costume Technology) and Paul Favini (Costume Design)

Application for Graduate Assistantships is made directly to the School of Theatre & Dance when you apply for admissions.

University of Florida

School of Theatre and Dance

Design Assistantship