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Full Time Faculty, Musical Theater Performance
Location:
Boston, MA
Description:
Job Description:The Theater Division at Boston Conservatory at Berklee is in search of a full-time faculty member to teach various studio-based musical theater performance courses within the B.F.A. Musical Theater program. Boston Conservatory at Berklee Theater Division is seeking a full-time musical theater performance faculty member. This is a nine-month position with renewable contract; initial appointment to begin September 2024. Compensation and rank are commensurate with education and professional experience. Diversity Statement: Pioneering a new model of conservatory performing arts education built around diversity in all its forms, we acknowledge that conservatory education has historically been focused on Western classicism. We are committed to curricular and programmatic innovation that immerses our students in a wide range of artistic and aesthetic languages, engaging them in understanding performing arts as cultural documents, and ensuring equitable racial, ethnic, gender, and LGBTQ+ representation at every level of our institution. We are committed to removing barriers that may discourage any person from working with us. Job Description: The Theater Division at Boston Conservatory at Berklee is in search of a full-time faculty member to teach various studio-based musical theater performance courses within the B.F.A. Musical Theater program. We particularly welcome candidates with expertise in teaching acting through song, musical theater styles, and musical theater scene study. The ideal candidate will also bring experience in curriculum development, student recruitment, and community outreach. Highly desirable qualifications include prior professional experience as a musical theater performer on Broadway or LORT regional theater. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will have a history of helping students achieve a significant level of improvement in musical theater performance and will be committed to establishing a forward-thinking pedagogy for diverse, multifaceted theater artists. Faculty are expected to participate in teaching, professional and artistic service, and service to the institution, as well as participation in the life of the Theater Division. Candidates should be able to address questions regarding race and representation in contemporary actor training; and be advocates for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the classroom and the profession. Faculty are expected to participate in teaching, professional and artistic service, and service to the institution, as well as participation in the day-to-day life of the Theater Division. The Berklee Faculty Union, established in 1986, is a chapter of the American Federation of Teachers, Local 4412, AFT-MA, AFL-CIO. Qualifications: Minimum of master's degree in musical theater, acting, directing or preferred.Minimum of three teaching experience in a higher education settingProfessional experience as a musical theater performer (Broadway or LORT regional theater)Professional affiliations such as AEA, SAG, etc.Dedication to redefining the American theater canon regarding authenticity of racial, gender, ethnic, and sexual identityComprehensive knowledge of musical theater performance pedagogy, repertoire, styles and performance historySpecific knowledge of various acting training styles preferred.Experience developing curriculum preferredExperience participating in student recruitment preferred. Who we are: Consistently ranked among the top musical theater programs in the world, the Boston Conservatory at Berklee Theater Division aspires to a new model of contemporary theater education for students to create their own distinct path to being a theater artist. Through values of respect, collaboration, discipline, and generosity, our musical theater and contemporary theater programs promote artistic discovery, creative thinking, the empathetic imagination, and professional readiness. We educate students to develop a personalized performance technique and define their own unique artistic identity. In our classrooms and on our stages, we celebrate authenticity, advocate for diversity in all forms, and promote art as a path to social justice. Through curricular innovation and experiential learning, we prepare tomorrow's theater artists for creative lives, sustainable careers, and artistic revolutions yet to be imagined. Submission Process: Electronic applications only. Please submit the following application materials in PDF or Word format only at berklee.edu/jobs . All materials should be uploaded to the Resume/Cover letter application section.Letter of application outlining your teaching experience, philosophy, artistic and academic qualifications, and reasons for wanting to teach the students at Boston Conservatory at Berklee.Current resume or CVNames, titles, and contact information for at least three (3) referencesLinks to website, reviews, videos or examples of professional accomplishment or creative work are welcomed APPLICATION REVIEW and DEADLINE 1) Incomplete applications will not be considered.2) The position will remain open for applications until filled. Boston Conservatory at Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee : We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at XXXX@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-XXXX. Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area. *Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.* Employee Type: FacultyPDN-9b489174-2fa0-441c-ba4f-cf04e5ef1e25
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