Scenic Design Lecturer Search

SCENIC DESIGN LECTURER SEARCH

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE -

CLAIRE TREVOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, DEPARTMENT OF DRAMA

The Department of Drama is establishing a search of qualified applicants for a position as part-time lecturer for Winter Quarter 2026 in the curriculum area of Scenic Design.

The new course in introduces students to world building, spatial design, and visualization using Unreal Engine, with a primary focus on theatrical and scenic applications. It will also welcome students from other design and art disciplines interested in expanding their digital skill sets.

A Bachelors (BA) degree is required.

Candidates should have professional experience with Unreal Engine and related digital design software, along with the ability to guide students in developing immersive digital environments that merge creativity and technology. Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required. Applicants must be able to support students working on personal computers capable of running Unreal Engine. This is a studio-based course that emphasizes collaboration, experimentation, and cross-disciplinary exploration.

Candidates must apply using the online application system, RECRUIT, at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09918 (select "Apply Now"). Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, reflective teaching and mentoring statement, and names/contact information of at least three references. For additional information, please contact Marcus Beeman, Department Administrator, at Drama@uci.edu.

Department: http://drama.arts.uci.edu/jobs

A BA, or commensurate professional experience, is required.

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

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