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Instructor or Assistant Professor, Drama (Costume Designer)
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Position Information
Posting Number F0558 This position is open to Open to All Applicants Job Title Instructor or Assistant Professor, Drama (Costume Designer) Position Title/Rank Instructor or Assistant Professor, Drama (Costume Designer) Department Art and Drama Position Type Faculty Employment Status Full-Time-Faculty Salary Minimum - $61,525.00 per 9 months Open Date 07/15/2026 Close Date 08/14/2026 Open Until Filled No Effective Date of Employment
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The College seeks a full-time, tenure-track faculty member in costume design and technology starting in the Spring 2027 semester.
Teach Drama classes, which may include technical theatre practicums, stage makeup, and costume technology; teaching responsibilities may also include core and foundational classes such as Script Analysis, Theatre Appreciation, and Film Appreciation. Design costumes for productions, lead the build for costumes for productions, and supervise students in designing and executing creative and original works related to costumes and makeup. Maintain Costume Studio and equipment, including costume inventory. Supervise paid student assistants assigned to the Costume Studio.
Support the work of the Drama Program and Del Mar College including but not limited to: student advising; community and donor engagement and outreach; student recruiting and retention efforts; curriculum development and assessment; committee involvement; and maintaining acting studio and associated spaces.
Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the teaching discipline. Teach assigned courses in a variety of times, locations, and modalities in response to the Drama Program's needs. Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction. Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes. Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Demonstrated ability to teach costume design and technology, including sewing, stitching, patterning, and draping.
Demonstrated ability as a costume designer for a multiple production season.
Teaching experience using platforms such as Canvas.
Ability to work collaboratively with various stake holders including students, student services, faculty, professional staff, and the community.
Ability to leverage and effectively utilize technology in teaching and learning for both face-to-face and online instruction, including computers, internet resources, and other appropriate media.
Ability to design costumes for theatrical productions and supervise projects for a multiple production season which utilizes various production venues.
Ability to creatively collaborate with faculty design and production staff and occasionally with student design and production staff.
Ability to guide and supervise students in the fundamentals of costume design, stage makeup design, and execution of designs.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in Costume Design or Costuming.
Teaching experience at the college or university level as an instructor of record.
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Our Culture
Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College's Strategic Plan 2024-2029, Guiding Star III: Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College's ability to serve its students and community.
Job Duties
Job Duty
TEACHING
Fully engage in the work of the Drama Program, including teaching costume practicum, stage makeup, and costume technology classes; additional teaching responsibilities may be assigned.
Teach courses in multiple modalities as necessary.
Evaluate student progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes.
Review, evaluate, recommend, and effectively use student learning materials and equipment.
Develop curriculum and teach courses for a Drama Program focused on a transfer-level degree and general theatre education and production.
Develop student learning outcomes and methods for assessing students' achievement of these outcomes, as well as to ensure consistent reflection and improvement of best teaching practices.
Plan course instruction based upon an approved syllabus/outline provided to ensure course content and objectives are met.
Provide students with a written and accessible course syllabus that follows Course Syllabus Guidelines and facilitates a clear understanding between Student and Instructor of the content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods, and schedule of work.
Maintain a classroom environment that promotes teaching and learning while addressing any disparities in the classroom or on campus.
Use teaching methods and a variety of teaching styles that engage students actively in their own learning, promote development of critical thinking skills, accommodate various student learning styles, and encourage students to become lifelong learners.
Job Duty
COSTUME DESIGN & EXECUTION
Design costumes and actively lead and participate in execution of designs for Drama productions and creative activities; participate in the collaborative pre-production process with faculty and/or student designers and production staff; active presence at performances and creative activities. Maintain equipment and supplies in the Costume Studio, including costume and wig inventory. Participate in hiring and supervise paid student assistants assigned to the Costume Studio.
Job Duty
PROGRAM & COLLEGE SUPPORT
Active involvement in advising Drama students; student recruiting and retention; community and donor engagement and outreach; Drama Program Review and course assessments; curriculum development; and National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST) national accreditation activities.
Collaborate in department planning, program review, and integration of courses into guided pathways and NAST self-study work.
Participate in the self-evaluation process.
Maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement activities.
Commitment to the teaching profession, its goals and ideals, and the continuous reflection and development of best teaching practices for student success within the community college system.
Commitment to maintain currency in the discipline and related technology appropriate to instruction as it relates to professional responsibilities outside of the classroom through enthusiastic contributions to department, division, and college activities, including a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Serve on committees.
Accept special assignments occasionally.
Participate in scheduled institutional activities which include convocation and graduation ceremonies.
Job Duty
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Participate in departmental, divisional, and College meetings.
Participate in College-related activities such as registration and selection of faculty.
Participate in activities required to maintain program NAST and College accreditation standards.
Participate in the College planning process by assisting in the formulation of goals and objectives and budget priorities.
Meet professional assignments in accordance with the College calendar.
Participate in business and/or community activities that promote the mission of the College.
Perform other duties as required by contract, program work, and general institutional needs in a timely manner.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Yes, I have a Master's degree or higher with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the discipline (submission of transcript (s) with award/conferred date required).
No, I do not have the required education.
Yes, I have a Personal Portfolio consisting of 10-12 examples of Costume Design work (submission of Personal Portfolio required).
No, I do not have a Personal Portfolio consisting of 10-12 examples of Costume Design work.
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Required Documents
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Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.
For employment questions call 361-698-2178 or e-mail dmcjobs@delmar.edu.