<p><span><span><span><span><span><span>The Millikin University School of Theatre and Dance is accepting applications for a full-time Visiting Instructor or Visiting Artist in Scenic Design to begin in August 2023. Millikin is a small, private, comprehensive university of approximately 1800 students located in Decatur, Illinois. The nationally recognized School of Theatre and Dance is a vibrant and highly visible component of the campus community serving 160 students in five degree programs including a BA in Theatre and Performance Studies and BFAs in Acting, Design and Production, Musical Theatre, and Stage Management. The school is housed in a new $29 million facility, the Center for Theatre and Dance, which opened in 2020. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span>Responsibilities will include teaching classes in the elements of design, drawing for theatre, and scenic painting. The successful candidate will also oversee the scenic paint and properties studios, and design on the main stage season. Successful candidates will be highly collaborative and will mentor student designers, scenic painters, and props artisans.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span>Required qualifications: MFA in theatre or theatre-related field or equivalent professional experience. Preferred qualifications include experience serving diverse student populations, previous university teaching experience and/or professional design experience.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Qualified applicants should submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, design portfolio, and contact information for three professional references to millikin.edu/employment. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Employment and first day of work is contingent upon successful completion of background check. </span></span><span><span><span>Millikin University is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups in this field are encouraged to apply.</span></span></span><span><span><span><span> Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Millikin University is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.</span></span></span></span><span><span> Millikin offers a competitive salary and full benefit package, including eligibility for tuition waiver. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p> </p>