Department of Theatre & Film at UBC
Opportunities
Tenure Track Position as Assistant Professor of Costume Design
The Department of Theatre and Film at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver (www.theatrefilm.ubc.ca), invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Costume Design, effective July 1, 2012. The successful candidate will teach courses and supervise undergraduate and graduate students in the Theatre Design and Production area of the Department, and provide administrative service to the Department and the University. Faculty at UBC are expected to sustain a high level of research / scholarly activity, including distinguished artistic, creative or professional work. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching and will also be expected to maintain a program of effective teaching, departmental service, as well as graduate and undergraduate supervision.
Applicants should hold an MFA, PhD, or equivalent terminal degree in a field related to costume design for the performing arts, should have some teaching experience at the university or college level, and should submit a portfolio of design work demonstrating excellence and professional experience in design for theatre and/or other live performance (e.g., opera, dance, fashion). Experience in costume design for film or television will be considered an important asset. Expertise in an area related to costume design such as costume technology, production design, set or lighting design, or costume or fashion history will also be considered an asset.
The position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. UBC is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Applications must include a letter of application, CV, portfolio of design work (photocopies or CD or DVD in a standard digital format), description of research/artistic interests and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Applicants must arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent directly by their referees. Applications and reference letters sent via email will NOT be accepted. Application deadline: December 12, 2011. Applications should be mailed to:
Chair
Costume Design Search Committee
Department of Theatre and Film
University of British Columbia
6354 Crescent Road
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2 Canada
Tenure Track Position as Assistant Professor of Production Technology
The Department of Theatre and Film at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver (www.theatrefilm.ubc.ca), invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Production Technology, effective July 1, 2012. The successful candidate will teach courses and supervise students (undergraduate and graduate) in the Theatre Design and Production area of the Department, and provide administrative service to the Department and the University. Faculty at UBC are expected to sustain a high level of research / scholarly activity, including distinguished artistic, creative or professional work. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching and will also be expected to maintain a program of effective teaching, departmental service, as well as graduate and undergraduate supervision.
Applicants should hold an MFA, PhD, or equivalent terminal degree in a field related to technology practice and design in the performing arts, should have some teaching experience at the university or college level, and should submit a portfolio of work demonstrating excellence and professional experience in one or more of the following areas: advanced technical practice, rigging and show control systems, stage and/or location management, or related fields. Experience in sound design for theatre, music, film or video will be considered an important asset. Additional expertise in an area related to production technology for the performing arts such as lighting technology, systems engineering, set or lighting design, film production, or software development will be considered an asset.
The position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. UBC is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Applications must include a letter of application, CV, portfolio of work (photocopies or CD or DVD in a standard digital format), description of research/artistic interests and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Applicants must arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent directly by their referees. Applications and reference letters sent via email will NOT be accepted. Application deadline: December 12, 2011. Applications should be mailed to:
Chair
Production Technology Search Committee
Department of Theatre and Film
University of British Columbia
6354 Crescent Road
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2 Canada
UBC Department of Theatre and Film
Teaching Assistantships for 2011/2012 Academic Session
The Department of Theatre and Film hopes to appoint part-time Teaching Assistants from among the first and second year MA/MFA/Phd students in The Department of Theatre and Film to assist in the following courses:
Theatre Studies Courses
- THTR 120-001 Intro to Theatre [M/W/F 9am-10am] Lecture Term 1
- THTR 120-002 Intro to Theatre [M/W/F 9am-10am] Lecture Term 2
There are a total of 6 positions available (at 50%).
- THTR 210-001 Forms and Ideas I [M/W/F 1pm- 2pm] Lecture Term 2 (Formerly DRAM 200)
- THTR 211-001 Forms and Ideas II [M/W 1pm- 2pm] Lecture Term 2 (Formerly DRAM 201)
There are a total of 6 positions available (at 50%).
Film Studies Courses
- FIST 100-001 Intro to Film Studies [see online] Lecture Term 1
- FIST 100-002 Intro to Film Studies [see online] Lecture Term 2
- FIST 100 –003 Intro to Film Studies [see online] Lecture Term 2
There is a total of 8 positions available (at 50%).
- FIST 200-001 Intro to Can. Cinema [T/R see online for times] Term 2
There is a total of 3 positions available (at 50%). - FIST 220-001 Hollywood Cinema 1930-1960 [M 2pm – 5:30] Term 2
There is a total of 2 positions available (at 50%). - FIST 300-001 Cult Cinema [M/F see online for times] Term 1
There is a total of 1 position available (at 50%). - FIST 336 – 002 Seminar in European Cinema [M/W see online for course times] Term 2
- FIST 436 – 001 Seminar in American Cinema since 1960 [W/F see online for course times] Term 1
Film Production Courses
- FIPR 234-001 Production Planning and Professional Practices [see online] Lecture-Laboratory Term 1
- FIPR 335-001 Directing for Film and Video [see online] Lecture-Laboratory Term 1
There are 3 positions available (at 50%) and 1 positions available (at 25%).
All times are subject to change.
These courses begin in September 2011. You are encouraged to contact The Department of Theatre and Film Studies Administrator, Jennifer Suratos jennss@interchange.ubc.ca regarding these positions.
Please note that the above listed TA positions are dependent on Department of Theatre and Film budget approval. Some positions will be appointed at 50% (half time) and will have their duties reduced accordingly.
Qualifications: At a minimum, the applicant will have a BA/BFA degree or its equivalent, with academic and/or professional experience. The applicant must have a solid knowledge of theatre history, film studies or film production, depending on the course for which they are applying for.
Duties: TAs may be required, at a minimum, to mark, teach, attend classes, lead seminars, advise students, supervise production labs, hold office hours, give demonstrations and on occasion provide instruction in the courses they have been assigned to.
Hours of work: Varies by course. The average is 12 hours per week for 26 weeks (384 hours) for a full TA position. Please note that not all positions listed above are full TA positions.
Salary: Masters’ Students: GTA 2 $28.42/hour
Doctoral Students: GTA 1 $29.54/hour
Application: A letter of application including your curriculum vitae, all contact information, your year of study, and experience in the discipline that you wish to apply. Deadline for applications is May 1, 2011. Please also indicate whether you are a full–time or part–time student.
The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit, and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply..
