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

Lecturer - TA 307: On-Camera Acting (Fall 2026)
Job no:

557202

Work type:

Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location:

San Marcos

Categories:

Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts, Temporary, Part Time

Course Details

Semester:

Fall 2026

Day/Time:

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:50 pm

Modality:

In-person

College:

College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral & Social Sciences

Department:

School of Arts - Theatre Department

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.) discuss acting techniques as they apply to film performance via practical projects, reading, written assignments and critiques.

Requirements

A Master of Fine Arts in Theatre/Acting

At least 3 years’ experience working with university students

Current website portfolio

Per the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional acting/directing experience

Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary
Salary commensurate with degree level and experience.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

$5,507 - $6,677 per full‑time month

CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A – AY: $5,507 – $6,677 per full‑time month

CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B – AY: $6,221 – $13,224 per full‑time month

Application
To apply, please prepare to submit the following:

Your completed faculty application

Professional directing resume (uploaded)

Contact information for three current references

Letter of interest (uploaded)
Timeline
A review of applications will begin on April 30, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity
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.

Legal Compliance
Per the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

It is required that the person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and do comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification.

Post Information
Advertised:

Apr 20 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

May 31 2027 Pacific Daylight Time

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