Assistant Professor of Theatre, Lighting Design

The University of Southern Mississippi
Full-time Hattiesburg, Mississippi Postsecondary Teachers
Posted:
June 19, 2026
Location:
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States

Job Description


This 9-month, tenure-track faculty position instructs BAand BFA theatre students in Lighting and Sound Design and will design and
mentor student designers for the Southern Miss Theatre Season. The University
of Southern Mississippi is NAST accredited and includes BA and BFA programs
housed in a fully equipped multi-theatre complex with shops. USM produces
a 4-show mainstage season in theatre.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Serve as lighting and/or
    sound designer for a minimum of 2 productions a year and mentor lighting and sound
    for all remaining Theatre productions during the academic year.
  • Teach
    undergraduate coursework in Lighting and Sound Design.
  • Teach in other
    areas depending on faculty expertise.
  • Advise Theatre
    majors.
  • Engage in program
    and school recruitment and service activity.
  • Stay engaged with the wider field with regard to current developments in lighting, sound, and theatrical ...
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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Full-time
    Location: Hattiesburg, United States
    Posted: June 19, 2026
    Deadline: July 29, 2026