What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty – Theatre: Lighting and Sound position at Rider University?
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Position Overview
The Department of Performing Arts at Rider University seeks an adjunct instructor of Theatre for the Spring semester beginning January 26, 2026. This position is to teach one section of Introduction to Lighting and Sound.
Salary is $4,133.31 for a 3 credit course.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre
- Experience working in lighting or sound for live events.
- Knowledge of ETC Lighting Consoles, QLAB, and Analog Sound Mixers.
- Experience teaching.
- Satisfactory background and/or DMV checks required.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience in lighting and sound for live events.
- Evidence of professional lighting or sound design work.
- Demonstrated experience teaching at the collegiate level or with entry level professionals
- Demonstrated expertise with lighting and sound consoles, including the ability to effectively train and mentor collegiate-level students in their operation.
Rider University is committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant living and learning community that embraces students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds and enables them to achieve success.
Rider University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Salary : $4,133