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Nashville, TN · On-site

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The Guitar Center Company

CAD Designer III

Nashville, TN · On-site

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Professor Lighting Designer, and why are they important?

To succeed as a Professor Lighting Designer, you need a strong background in lighting design, theater production, and an advanced degree (often MFA or PhD) in a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard lighting control systems (such as ETC or GrandMA), design software like Vectorworks, and teaching platforms is essential. Exceptional communication, creativity, mentorship abilities, and organizational skills distinguish outstanding professionals in this role. These competencies ensure effective teaching, innovative design work, and the ability to guide and inspire students in both academic and practical environments.

What are Professor Lighting Designers?

Professor Lighting Designers are professionals who teach lighting design at the college or university level, while also often working as lighting designers for theater, film, television, or live events. They combine academic responsibilities—such as lecturing, mentoring students, and conducting research—with practical experience in designing lighting setups for productions. Their role is to educate future lighting designers by sharing industry knowledge, overseeing student projects, and sometimes managing campus productions. Additionally, they may contribute to scholarly work in the field of lighting design.

How does a Professor Lighting Designer typically collaborate with other faculty and students on theatrical productions?

A Professor Lighting Designer often works closely with directors, set designers, technical staff, and students to create cohesive lighting plans for university productions. They mentor student designers, supervise lighting crews, and lead workshops or courses on lighting techniques. Collaboration is key, as professors must balance their creative vision with educational objectives, ensuring students gain hands-on experience while meeting the artistic needs of each show. This teamwork fosters a supportive learning environment and helps prepare students for professional work in the field.

What is the difference between Professor Lighting Designer vs Lighting Designer?

AspectProfessor Lighting DesignerLighting Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in theater, lighting design, or related field; often with teaching credentialsRequires a degree or certification in lighting design or related discipline
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, theaters, universities, and training programsPerformance venues, film, television, events, and architectural projects
Employer & IndustryUniversities, colleges, and educational institutionsProduction companies, theaters, event organizers, architectural firms

While both roles involve lighting design expertise, Professor Lighting Designer primarily works in educational and academic settings, focusing on teaching and research, whereas Lighting Designer works in live productions, events, and commercial projects. The roles share foundational skills but differ in environment and focus.

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Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre

Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre

Centre College

Danville, KY • On-site

$65K - $69K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

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5.5

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512th of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
Centre College is seeking a candidate pool that is rich in thought for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre (Design & Technical Theatre), beginning August 2025.
This two-year visitor will serve as the design expert for the Theatre program at Centre College. Faculty carry a 3-3 load (distributed across two long terms and our 3-week January term), with course equivalency granted for designing lights, scenery, and/or costumes for 2-4 productions for the season. Classes taught may include:
  • Introduction to Technical Theatre

  • Introduction to Design

  • Scenic & Costume Design

  • Lighting, Sound, & Projection Design

  • C.A.D.D. for the Stage

  • Other classes as relevant to program needs and individual expertise

This faculty member will also serve as instructor of record for one-credit technical practicum sections. This position works in concert with our Technical Director and Costume Shop Supervisor to execute and manage technical needs for 2-4 productions per season. They will also mentor student designers and collaborate with Theatre program and Norton Center for the Arts staff as well as guest designers when needed.
SALARY RANGE: $65,000 - $69,000, commensurate with experience.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates different views and lived experiences. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who will contribute to the depth of our faculty, support our flourishing student body, and utilize comprehensive pedagogical practices.
The successful candidate will join a community of compassionate teacher-scholars dedicated to excellent teaching and student mentorship, balanced representation, shared governance, interdisciplinary collaboration, global study and citizenship, scholarly achievement, and service to the college and broader society. We offer a supportive community for faculty from all backgrounds, mentoring for early-career faculty, and ongoing professional development.
Centre College boasts small classes and high academic standards, a leading study abroad program, a world-class performing arts center, and competitive Division III athletics.
Centre College is located in historic Danville, Kentucky, offering a high quality of life and easy access to Lexington, Louisville, and Cincinnati.
Centre College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to racial and ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and persons with disabilities. Candidates with questions about access or requiring reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process should contact Jennifer Goff at jennifer.goff@centre.edu
For more information about Centre College, visit www.centre.edu.
Centre College is a proud member of the Greater Kentucky Higher Education Recruitment Consortium: www.greaterkyherc.org.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates will hold an MFA or other terminal degree in Theatre or a related field by the time of appointment, demonstrate their commitment to inclusive excellence in teaching and mentoring.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit the following at http://apply.interfolio.com/163773:
  1. 1. Cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position

  1. 2. Curriculum vitae

  1. 3. Statement of teaching philosophy, experience, and effectiveness

  1. 4. Statement addressing your approach to inclusive excellence

  1. 5. Names and contact information for three professional references.

Review of applications will begin on March 20, and will continue until the position is filled. Preference may be given to applicants who submit by the initial date.

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