Adjunct Teaching - Theatre & Media Arts - Theatre Stage Management Courses

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Theatre & Media Arts - Theatre Stage Management Courses

Posting End Date: June 1, 2026

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 11:59pm (MST)

Position Start Date: August 24, 2026

Required Degree: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Theatre or a closely related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date. 

Experience: 

• Professional or collegiate-level experience in stage management or production management.
• Demonstrated understanding of theatre production processes and technical theatre practices.
• Experience teaching stage management or related theatre technology courses at the college level.
• Experience in one or more theatre design/technology disciplines (stage management, production management, scenic, lighting, costumes, sound, makeup, and/or media design).
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative leadership skills.

Duties/Expectations: 

• Teach one or more of the following courses:
  • TMA 256: Stage Management
  • TMA 356: Assistant Stage Management
  • TMA 456: Production Stage Management
• Mentor and supervise student stage managers throughout the production process.
• Attend selected rehearsals and technical rehearsals to support student learning.
• Collaborate on course syllabi and instructional materials consistent with department standards.
• Perform limited administrative duties related to the stage management program as needed.

Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach the following to your faculty application:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below)
• Include a link to your professional portfolio (if available)
• Contact information for three professional references (references may be contacted during the selection process to submit letters electronically)

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.