Lecturer Costume Designer and Shop Manager (Non-Tenured F0073A)

Lecturer Costume Designer and Shop Manager (Non-Tenured F0073A)

COMM & THEATRE ARTS

F0073A

The Communication and Theatre Arts Department at Old Dominion University invites applicants for a Lecturer of Costume Designer and Shop Manager to begin in Fall 2026. This is an annual, 10 month non-tenured appointment. The selected candidate will teach one course per semester, such as Stage Makeup, Costume Design, Costume Crafts, or a related course aligned with the candidate’s area of expertise. Serve as lead Costume Studio Manager, overseeing the daily operations of the costume studio and supervising a part-time assistant studio manager and student workers. Design one theatre and one dance production per semester, engaging collaboratively with directors, choreographers, and student performers.
Support a creative and professional environment that helps students gain hands-on experience in costume design, production workflows, and industry protocols. Attend rehearsals and production meetings as necessary, including some evenings and weekends, to ensure costumes meet the artistic and logistical needs of each production. Organize and maintain both theatre and dance costume inventories and participate in some program meetings and occasional service in support of both the theatre and dance program.

FullTime

General Public

General Public

Masters in Fine Arts in Costume Design, Costume Technology, or a related field.

Norfolk, VA

07/25/2026

01/18/2026

Yes

No

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Theatre and Dance at Old Dominion University serves a diverse community of students pursuing B.A. and B.F.A. degrees, minors, and interdisciplinary studies. Students engage in a range of creative experiences from traditional productions to experimental, devised, and site-specific work. Our department emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and artistic process. We seek applicants who are enthusiastic about working with students from varied backgrounds and who are invested in shaping a positive and inclusive production environment.