Description
Carnegie Mellon School of Drama seeks one (or more) adjunct instructor(s) to teach courses and advise productions that are part of the Production Technology & Management (PTM) area in the School of Drama.
Possible courses include : Technical Management is a foundational undergraduate Design/Production class that presents fundamental management principles and the general resources and tools used in all aspects of theatre production.
Production Personnel Management surveys labor resources, hiring processes, and other topics associated with the implementation and creation of creative processes.
Production Advisors serve as the primary contact for the SM teams on season productions throughout the semester, providing feedback for all parts of the process as well as final grade assessment. You will be required to attend some production-related meetings as well as technical and dress rehearsals.
These courses are part of the curriculum for MFA and BFA students primarily in the Stage and Production Management programs, but will also serve students in other Design and Production programs.
The anticipated start date for this position is August 24, 2026 & continues through the Fall 2026 semester.
The position is in-person, based in Pittsburgh, PA.
Qualifications
Successful applicants will have experience in professional Stage and/or Production Management, and will have served in supervisory positions in creative organizations. A degree in Stage and/or Production Management is preferred, as is teaching experience at the university level.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit:
- Cover Letter
- CV or Resume
- 3 References including contact information
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Carnegie Mellon University is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, family status, marital status, parental status, religion, ancestry, veteran status, or genetic information. Furthermore, Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and is required not to discriminate in violation of federal, state, or local laws or executive orders.
