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Stage Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in theatre, stage management, or a related field. Employers in Broadway, regional theatre, live events, and university performing arts programs have active H-1B filing history. Specialty occupation approval depends on how the employer documents the degree requirement in the Labor Condition Application.
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Salary Range: $56,000 to $61,000
Tenure Track: Tenure Track Position
Appointment Type: Faculty
Tenure: Assistant Professor
Non Tenure: Rank and Time
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The Theatre & Dance Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 2027. The department seeks candidates committed to teaching excellence at a comprehensive institution that supports both liberal arts curricula and professional programs, to co-lead our B.F.A in Acting for Stage and Screen program.
The successful candidate will be a practicing artist with a background as an educator in acting for the camera, voice, directing, or another specialized field of study. Primary responsibilities will be teaching different levels of acting for the camera and on-screen auditioning. Other courses may include: Voice for the Actor, Dialects and Accents, The Art of Film, or other courses related to the candidate’s field of study. Additional responsibilities include directing one production per academic year, advising and mentoring students, and recruiting prospective students, both on-campus and off (locally and nationally). All faculty at Nazareth College are expected to participate in committee service within the Department and University.
Essential Functions
- Teach a 3-3 load each semester
- Design syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with departmental and program learning outcomes.
- Attend regularly scheduled department meetings, showcases, and performances.
- Advise and mentor undergraduate theatre and dance students
- Collaborate with the department and faculty to support integrated production and studio work.
- Maintain regular office hours.
- Collaborate with the Theatre and Dance recruitment team and attend on and off campus auditions (in-person and virtually) and represent the program to prospective students, families, high schools, and community partners.
- Pursue ongoing creative or professional activity and contribute to department and university service.
Required Education, Experience, Technology and Skills
- Terminal degree in acting, directing, or other industry related field with significant professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience teaching 3+ years at the university level.
- Professional film and/or television experience as an actor, director, or casting professional.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and supporting students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
Preferred Education, Experience, Technology Applications and Skills
- Professional teaching experience in: voice over, self-tapes, dialects and accents, IPA.
- Experience in film, television, or professional theatre productions.
- Familiarity with anti-racist and inclusive pedagogy.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Physical Requirements
Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, speaking, listening, and using a computer or other instructional technology.
- Ability to move around a classroom, office, or instructional space as needed.
- Ability to communicate with students in person or virtually.
- Occasional carrying of light instructional materials.
Equipment to be used
Special Requirements
Teaching assignments may include day, evening, or weekend classes, which may be taught in-person, online, or in a hybrid format.
This is a full time, tenure track position, requiring an on-campus presence and set office hours.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date: 10/01/2026
Close Date: 12/11/2026
Open Until Filled: No
EEO Statement
Join Nazareth University, a leading institution in Rochester, NY, with a vibrant community of approximately 1,900 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. We seek dedicated teacher-scholars who are committed to excellence in teaching, fostering student success, engaging with the community, and championing equity and inclusion. Located just minutes from downtown Rochester, our campus provides a dynamic environment for professional growth, innovation, and collaboration.
At Nazareth, we are committed to equity and inclusion, ensuring equal access to employment opportunities without discrimination. We advocate for an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our Anti-Discrimination Policy upholds fair treatment based solely on qualifications and merit.
Join us in celebrating diversity, where every individual, regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, is valued and respected.
Special Instructions for this Posting
Please include a link to a portfolio of on-screen work in your CV or cover letter.
Contact Department Assistant, Jillian Sugar, at jsugar5@naz.edu with any questions.
Work Location: In person
Position Information
Salary Range: $56,000 to $61,000
Tenure Track: Tenure Track Position
Appointment Type: Faculty
Tenure: Assistant Professor
Non Tenure: Rank and Time
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The Theatre & Dance Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 2027. The department seeks candidates committed to teaching excellence at a comprehensive institution that supports both liberal arts curricula and professional programs, to co-lead our B.F.A in Acting for Stage and Screen program.
The successful candidate will be a practicing artist with a background as an educator in acting for the camera, voice, directing, or another specialized field of study. Primary responsibilities will be teaching different levels of acting for the camera and on-screen auditioning. Other courses may include: Voice for the Actor, Dialects and Accents, The Art of Film, or other courses related to the candidate’s field of study. Additional responsibilities include directing one production per academic year, advising and mentoring students, and recruiting prospective students, both on-campus and off (locally and nationally). All faculty at Nazareth College are expected to participate in committee service within the Department and University.
Essential Functions
- Teach a 3-3 load each semester
- Design syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with departmental and program learning outcomes.
- Attend regularly scheduled department meetings, showcases, and performances.
- Advise and mentor undergraduate theatre and dance students
- Collaborate with the department and faculty to support integrated production and studio work.
- Maintain regular office hours.
- Collaborate with the Theatre and Dance recruitment team and attend on and off campus auditions (in-person and virtually) and represent the program to prospective students, families, high schools, and community partners.
- Pursue ongoing creative or professional activity and contribute to department and university service.
Required Education, Experience, Technology and Skills
- Terminal degree in acting, directing, or other industry related field with significant professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience teaching 3+ years at the university level.
- Professional film and/or television experience as an actor, director, or casting professional.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and supporting students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
Preferred Education, Experience, Technology Applications and Skills
- Professional teaching experience in: voice over, self-tapes, dialects and accents, IPA.
- Experience in film, television, or professional theatre productions.
- Familiarity with anti-racist and inclusive pedagogy.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Physical Requirements
Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, speaking, listening, and using a computer or other instructional technology.
- Ability to move around a classroom, office, or instructional space as needed.
- Ability to communicate with students in person or virtually.
- Occasional carrying of light instructional materials.
Equipment to be used
Special Requirements
Teaching assignments may include day, evening, or weekend classes, which may be taught in-person, online, or in a hybrid format.
This is a full time, tenure track position, requiring an on-campus presence and set office hours.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date: 10/01/2026
Close Date: 12/11/2026
Open Until Filled: No
EEO Statement
Join Nazareth University, a leading institution in Rochester, NY, with a vibrant community of approximately 1,900 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. We seek dedicated teacher-scholars who are committed to excellence in teaching, fostering student success, engaging with the community, and championing equity and inclusion. Located just minutes from downtown Rochester, our campus provides a dynamic environment for professional growth, innovation, and collaboration.
At Nazareth, we are committed to equity and inclusion, ensuring equal access to employment opportunities without discrimination. We advocate for an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our Anti-Discrimination Policy upholds fair treatment based solely on qualifications and merit.
Join us in celebrating diversity, where every individual, regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, is valued and respected.
Special Instructions for this Posting
Please include a link to a portfolio of on-screen work in your CV or cover letter.
Contact Department Assistant, Jillian Sugar, at jsugar5@naz.edu with any questions.
Work Location: In person
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Document your degree's direct relevance
USCIS scrutinizes Stage Manager petitions closely because the role spans creative and technical disciplines. Gather transcripts, course descriptions, and any theatre management coursework that ties your specific degree directly to stage management duties, not just performing arts broadly.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Broadway production companies, regional theatres, and university performing arts centers are the employer types most likely to have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Stage Manager roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified H-1B filing history in this occupation.
Verify the specialty occupation framing upfront
Ask any prospective employer whether their job description explicitly requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just 'equivalent experience.' Employers who list experience as a degree substitute weaken the specialty occupation argument and increase the risk of a Request for Evidence.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must certify your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for Stage Manager in your specific metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code before your offer letter is finalized so you're not negotiating blind after the LCA is filed.
Understand the cap-subject timeline for theatre hiring
Most theatre employers are cap-subject, meaning your H-1B start date is tied to the October 1 fiscal year. If you're hired in spring, you may need to bridge on OPT or another status for months. Confirm your employer understands this timeline before signing.
Build a portfolio that proves degree necessity
USCIS may issue an RFE arguing a Stage Manager role doesn't require a specific degree. Compile contracts, production programs, and union agreements showing the role's technical complexity, budget responsibility, and coordination scope that a performing arts degree directly prepares you for.
H-1B Visa Stage Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Stage Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but approval isn't automatic. USCIS requires the position to normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Stage Manager petitions are more likely to succeed when the employer's job description mandates a degree in theatre, stage management, or a closely related discipline and when the employer documents why that degree is necessary for the role's specific duties.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Stage Managers?
Broadway production companies, regional theatres, opera companies, university performing arts departments, and large live events producers are the most common H-1B sponsors for Stage Manager roles. University employers are often cap-exempt, meaning they can file outside the annual lottery window. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for this occupation on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Stage Manager job seekers?
Most theatre and live events employers are cap-subject, so your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery with an October 1 start date. USCIS selects registrations by random draw, and selection isn't guaranteed. If you're currently on F-1 OPT, confirm your OPT expiration date relative to the October 1 start date so your employer can plan for any authorization gap.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a Stage Manager?
The strongest petitions include a detailed job duties letter from the employer explaining why a specific degree is required, your transcripts showing relevant coursework in theatre or stage management, union agreements or production contracts demonstrating the role's technical scope, and an expert opinion letter from an academic or industry professional if the degree-to-role connection isn't immediately obvious to an adjudicating officer.
Can a Stage Manager change employers on H-1B status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file before your current H-1B status expires and the role must still qualify as a specialty occupation. The O*NET profile for Stage Manager can help employers build the specialty occupation argument in the new petition.