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<b><font size="6" face="Arial">Dramatic Art</font></b><br>
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<b><i><font size="5" face="Arial">One-Year Limited-Term Position in Costume Design</font></i></b><br>
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<font face="Arial">The University of Windsor invites applications for a one-year limited-term faculty position in the School of Dramatic Art in the area of </font><b><font face="Arial">Costume Design</font></b><font face="Arial"> at the rank of Assistant Professor commencing as early as</font><b><font face="Arial"> July 1, 2006</font></b><font face="Arial">. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.</font><br>
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<font face="Arial">The School of Dramatic Art at the University of Windsor is one of the oldest and best established theatre and drama programs in the country. Our graduates have made a mark on both the world stage and in film, as well as in education. Currently Dramatic Art offers honours degree programs in Acting, Drama in Education and Community, and Dramatic Art, and a wide- ranging subscription season of plays through University Players that serves the community. For further information about the School of Dramatic Art, visit our web site at </font><b><font face="Arial"><a href="http://www.uwindsor.ca/drama">http://www.uwindsor.ca/drama</a></font></b><i><font face="Arial">.</font></i><b><font face="Arial"> </font></b><font face="Arial"> University Players, the theatre company of the School of Dramatic Art, operates a 319- seat main stage in Essex Hall. The City of Windsor has a vital and expanding cultural community and we are within easy driving distance of Stratford, Toronto, Detroit, and Chicago. Boundless opportunities exist to explore and expand creative potential within both the University setting and the community.</font><br>
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<font face="Arial">Responsibilities will include the teaching of two introductory courses in costume design and the design of costumes and accessories for two main-stage productions. The ability to render traditional costumes plates, plus a thorough knowledge of fabric manipulation, millinery, and apparel are essential. A knowledge of hair and make-up design and a working knowledge of a computer-aided costume program are desirable. Budget and management skills are essential. The candidate must have a degree in Costume Design by date of appointment, or equivalent professional experience. Teaching experience at the post-secondary level is also desirable. </font><br>
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<font face="Arial">Applications will include: </font>
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<li><font face="Arial">a letter of application, including a statement of citizenship/immigration status;</font></ul>
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<li><font face="Arial">a current curriculum vitae; </font>
<li><font face="Arial">a teaching dossier or evidence of teaching effectiveness that might include sample course syllabi/outlines;</font>
<li><font face="Arial">statement of teaching interests and creative activity interests;</font>
<li><font face="Arial">production photos demonstrating the realisation of designs (on-line photos are acceptable)</font>
<li><font face="Arial">sample(s) of creative/scholarly activity; and </font>
<li><font face="Arial">three </font><b><font face="Arial">current</font></b><font face="Arial"> letters of reference forwarded by the referees.</font></ul>
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<font face="Arial">Please do not send a portfolio with the initial application. Short-listed candidates will be asked to submit examples of the design process including, but not limited to, renderings with swatches and costume plots, and other examples of the design process. To ensure full consideration, complete applications, including letters of reference, should be submitted by </font><b><font face="Arial">June 5, 2006</font></b><font face="Arial"> to:</font><br>
<div align="center"><b><font face="Arial">Prof. Lionel Walsh, Director, School of Dramatic Art</font></b><br>
<b><font face="Arial">University of Windsor, Windsor, ON N9B 3P4</font></b><br>
<b><font face="Arial">Phone: (519) 253-3000, Ext. 2805; Fax: (519) 971-3629; Email: walsha@uwindsor.ca</font></b><br>
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<font size="1" face="Arial">Applications may still be received after the deadline date. If you are unable to submit the application by the deadline date, you should contact the Director to alert the Director that you intend to submit an application after the deadline date. If you are viewing the advertisement after the deadline date, you should contact the Director to find out the status of the search and discuss the possibility of submitting an application. The acceptance of a late submission is at the discretion of the appointments committee. The University of Windsor is committed to equity in its academic policies, practices, and programs; supports diversity in its teaching, learning, and work environments; and ensures that applications from members of traditionally marginalized groups are seriously considered under its employment equity policy. Those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship include, but are not limited to, women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of sexual minority groups. The University of Windsor invites you to apply to our welcoming community and to self-identify in your letter of application. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. To ensure that you are considered within the priorities of the Employment Equity Program, you may self-identify in your letter of application or in a separate letter to the Presidential Commission on Employment Equity which is mandated to oversee the implementation of employment equity. Self-identification letters may be forwarded to the Presidential Commission on Employment Equity, Office of Faculty Recruitment and Retention (OFRR), 325 Chrysler Hall Tower, University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, N9B 3P4. Information on Employment Equity can be found on the OFRR webpage at www.uwindsor.ca/facultyrecruitment or by calling our toll free number at 1-877-665-6608 (Toll free) within North America, collect outside of North America at (519) 561-1432 or e-mail: recruit@uwindsor.ca. The University of Windsor, one of Ontario’s leading academic institutions, provides a learning-centred approach which prepares its graduates for the challenges of tomorrow. Information about the University of Windsor and its programs may be found at www.uwindsor.ca. Also visit us at www.uwindsor.ca/facultypositions. For information about this position and employment at the University of Windsor, contact Dr. Lois Smedick, Acting Director, Faculty Recruitment at 1-877-665-6608 (Toll free) within North America, call collect outside of North America at (519) 561-1432 or e-mail: recruit@uwindsor.ca.</font></body></html>