Job Description / Duties

The Department of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance at Indiana University is seeking applications for a full-time Professor of Practice of Voice who has achieved distinction in musical theatre performance, voice teaching, and voice pedagogy, to join our nationally recognized BFA Musical Theatre program with outstanding faculty colleagues starting August 2024.

Position teaches applied voice lessons to BFA Musical Theatre Majors, and may occasionally collaborate with musical theatre faculty in classes such as “Acting the Song”, the American Songbook, Building a Cabaret Show, Audition Techniques, and the IU BFA Senior Showcase.

Position teaches applied voice lessons to 18-24 students per semester.

Position may be asked to advise/mentor students on independent projects and is expected to serve on some departmental committees.

The department has a vibrant summer theatre scene, and experience with summer high school musical theatre training programs and the development of new musicals is a plus.

Review of applications will begin on November 10th, 2023. Position will remain open until filled. Please apply to the link below.
https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/20510

Qualifications / Required Skills

Position requires specialization in musical theatre voice training as it pertains to the myriad of musical theatre genres of the past 100 years, as well as the decades of popular music that influenced those genres.

Knowledge of voice science is required, and the ability to collaborate with members of the IU Voice and Speech Department to develop resources to promote optimal vocal health and wellness for the musical theatre singer at IU.

Experience with or training in Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM) is required.

MFA, MM, and/or equivalent professional experience is required.

Additional Information

See https://theatre.indiana.edu/index.html to learn more about the program

Please submit: Cover letter, curriculum vitae, contacts for three references and a statement of teaching philosophy which should also address the applicant’s contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion through teaching and service.

Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Musical Theatre Professor of Practice – Attention Cindi Severance, Indiana University, 275 N. Jordan Ave, Room A252 W, Bloomington, IN 47405, email smithcin@indiana.edu

Women, underrepresented racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ Community are encouraged to apply. The College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars.

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment

Salary: $68,000. - $71,000

Contact Information

Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Musical Theatre Professor of Practice – Attention Cindi Severance, Indiana University, 275 N. Jordan Ave, Room A252 W, Bloomington, IN 47405, email smithcin@indiana.edu