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Position Number 4721 Functional Title Assistant Professor of Acting for the Camera Position Type Tenure Stream Position Eclass FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn University Information Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The UNCG School of Theatre’s mission is to prepare students to be informed theatre practitioners with commitment to creativity, innovation, inclusion, and the advancement of the art form. The School recognizes the need to move toward creating an actively anti-racist and anti-biased space of creative practice by creating systemic change through workshops, continuing education, and professional development centered around anti-racist practices, theatrical intimacy, and bettering ourselves in service of our diverse and intersectional student body. Our community seeks candidates who are invested in creating communities of practice and care in which access is paramount. We have 17 full-time, professionally active faculty members who serve over 300 students in BA and BFA concentrations and in MFA programs in Design, Music Direction for Musical Theatre, and Theatre for Youth. The School mounts a yearly season of seven-to-eight plays and musicals, along with student-driven work and other types of performance opportunities. The School of Theatre is committed to creating and developing a diverse, engaged, artistically well-balanced body of future theatre professionals, performers, and teachers. Position Summary The School of Theatre at UNC Greensboro invites applications from a diverse group of candidates, who are experienced fostering student success in their teaching and professional/creative practice while working in an environment with students, faculty, staff who have a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences, for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank beginning August 1, 2025. Review of applications will begin March 21 and continue until the position is filled.

Responsibilities include: Teaching courses in acting for the camera and additional subjects based on candidates’ expertise and departmental needs. Creating on-camera opportunities for students as part of the School of Theatre production season. Advising students, assisting in student recruitment, and serving on departmental, college, and university committees. Minimum Qualifications Terminal degree in Theatre, Film, or Cinema & Media Studies, or significant equivalent professional experience in TV and/or film at the national or international level. We are seeking candidates who excel in collaboration and communication and have professional networks that can connect classroom learning with real-world industry experiences. Preferred Qualifications Ongoing and active professional experience in the field. Experience teaching at the university-level. Demonstrated experience with current theoretical pedagogical trends, including culturally responsive teaching practices incorporating diverse and innovative performance techniques. Specialization in on-camera performance techniques. Experience with cinematography and editing. Experience in developing, crafting, and directing film projects. Experience incorporating consent-based practices and theatrical intimacy techniques in both theatre and film methodologies. Tenure Status Tenure Track Special Instructions to Applicants Please submit a letter of application addressing the position summary as well as the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above, a statement of teaching philosophy, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three references through the online application system. Additional materials, such as samples of directed film projects, may be requested. The review of applications will begin on March 21 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants will have the option to upload a link to their professional portfolio and/or website. Recruitment Range Commensurate with Experience Org #-Department School of Theatre - 12222 Job Open Date 02/27/2025 For Best Consideration Date 03/21/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes FTE 1.000 Type of Appointment Permanent Time Limited Duration Number of Months per Year 9 FLSA ADA Checklist ADA Checklist

"R" for Rare (0-30%), "O" for Occasional (30-60%), "F" for Frequent (60-90%), "C" for Constant (90-100%).

Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - F, Holding - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Eye-hand coordination - F, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - O, Climbing-Stairs - O, Climbing-Ladders - O, Reaching - O Work Environment Inside - F, Outside - F Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References Teaching Philosophy Optional Documents Link to Professional Portfolio Supplemental Questions

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