Watkins College of Art and Design is seeking a dedicated teacher/studio artist who possess demonstrated skills in a wide range of sculptural and time based media including: wood and metal fabrication, foundry, mold-making, and casting with traditional and synthetic materials, installation, performance, and video/sound production. The position will require teaching 3 courses per semester possibly including: 3-D Design, 4-D Design, Sculpture I – IV, Time Based Media I & II, and Advanced Seminar. The candidate must exhibit an informed and articulate knowledge of contemporary practices, theory, and criticism. The department requires someone who is prepared for demanding students with a variety of experiences and backgrounds. Committee responsibilities germane to the sculpture area are required. Watkins is a small, intimate college where an enthusiastic, generous, and positive attitude is a must. The starting date is August 2008, salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Dedicated to teaching
Clearly articulates knowledge of contemporary practices in the visual arts
Active exhibition
record
Open, collegial approach to communication
Community minded
Position
Full-time teaching position in the area of Sculpture/Time Based Media with rank determined by experience and qualifications. After a period of probationary appointment, faculty members are eligible for appointment to continuing two-year contracts. Watkins College is an equal opportunity employer/educator. Minorities are encouraged to apply.
With letter of application please include: CV, documentation of both personal and student
artwork (15-20 artworks of each on slides, CD, DVD, and/or color copies),
artist statement, three letters of reference with full contact
information, copies of
undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and
SASE to:
Terry Thacker, Chair, Fine Arts Department, Watkins College of Art & Design,
2298 Rosa Parks Blvd., Nashville, TN, 37228.
Review of applications will begin April 7, 2008