Lecturer - TA 307: On-Camera Acting (Fall 2026)

Position Overview

Day/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00–2:50 pm

Modality: In-person

College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral & Social Sciences

Department: School of Arts – Theatre Department

Position: Lecturer – Academic Year (Part‑time)

Semester: Fall 2026

The Theatre Department at California State University San Marcos is seeking a part‑time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach TA 307: On‑Camera Acting. Successful candidates must have university teaching experience and an MFA or equivalent professional experience. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Course Description
Provides hands‑on experience in acting for film and television. Students will work in various genres (e.g., commercials, romantic comedy, drama, etc.) and discuss acting techniques as they apply to film performance through practical projects, reading, written assignments and critiques.

Minimum Qualifications

Master of Fine Arts in Theatre/Acting

At least 3 years of experience working with university students

Current website portfolio

Preferred Qualifications

Professional acting/directing experience

Demonstrated intercultural competence and commitment to serving a diverse campus community

Compensation
Anticipated hiring salary range: $5,507 – $6,677 per full‑time month (Lecturer A – AY). Salary commensurate with degree level and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment
California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status.

Employment Policies
Per California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, employees must perform CSU‑related work in California. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

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