Job Description

Job Description

The Theatre program in the School of Performing Arts at Virginia Tech invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice in Costume Design and Technology to join the faculty in August 2026. We seek a skilled and dedicated theatre artist with a strong foundation in costume design and technology to contribute meaningfully to our undergraduate and graduate programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to artistic excellence, collaborative practice, and preparing students for a range of professional pathways in the performing arts and related industries.

Responsibilities Include:
· Teaching undergraduate courses in costume design, construction, and related technologies.
· Mentoring graduate students enrolled in the MFA program in Costume Design and Technology.
· Designing or supervising costume design for 4–6 productions annually, including full-scale and workshop performances.
· Collaborating with faculty across the School of Performing Arts and the School of Design, particularly with colleagues in Fashion Merchandising and Design.
· Supporting student development through practical training, portfolio preparation, and guidance toward career opportunities in theatre, film, television, fashion, and other creative sectors.

About the School of Performing Arts
The School of Performing Arts at Virginia Tech houses programs in Music, Theatre, and Cinema. Our Theatre program produces a robust season of performances each year, offering students hands-on experience in all aspects of production. Faculty work collaboratively across disciplines and are committed to fostering student success through rigorous training and professional engagement. More information about the Theatre program and the School of Performing Arts can be found at www.sopa.vt.edu.

Required Qualifications

· MFA in Theatre or equivalent professional experience in costume design and/or fashion.
· Demonstrated expertise in costume design and construction for live performance.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience teaching and mentoring at the university level.
· Proficiency in digital design tools or related secondary areas.

Submission Materials

For full consideration, interested applicants are required to submit the following:

Letter of application,
Curriculum Vitae,
Portfolio of design work,
Contact information for three professional references, and
A one-page personal statement of teaching philosophy including the candidate's ideas for supporting an educational environment consistent with the Virginia Tech Principles of Community.