AAD Career Opportunities

Reporting to the Dean for the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design (AAD) and working collaboratively with other members of college leadership, the Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration is responsible for leadership and management of activities in the areas of financial, facility, and IT operations for the the college in support of AAD's strategic priorities and values. The assistant dean is an integral member of the dean’s executive leadership committee and serves as the chief fiscal officer for the college. Learn more and apply to the position.

The Theatre program in the School of Performing Arts at Virginia Tech invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice in Costume Design and Technology to join the faculty in August 2026. We seek a skilled and dedicated theatre artist with a strong foundation in costume design and technology to contribute meaningfully to our undergraduate and graduate programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to artistic excellence, collaborative practice, and preparing students for a range of professional pathways in the performing arts and related industries. Learn more and apply to the position.

The School of Visual Arts (SOVA) at Virginia Tech invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Graphic Design, with a start date of August 2026. The ideal hire will help guide the program’s continued evolution, collaborating with current faculty to expand its focus and prepare students for the rapidly changing field of graphic design. We are especially interested in candidates whose expertise in user experience and digital technologies—such as AR, VR, AI, motion, web, and interaction—reflects the future trajectory of the profession. SOVA is housed within the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design (AAD) at Virginia Tech, a comprehensive land grant research university in Blacksburg, Virginia. Learn more and apply to the position.

The Instructor of Collaborative Piano will serve as a full-time faculty member within the School of Performing Arts at Virginia Tech. This 9-month academic year appointment with an initial two-year contract commencing August 2026 involves teaching undergraduate and occasionally graduate students in piano-related disciplines.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering instruction in class piano and keyboard skills, as well as instrumental and vocal accompanying techniques. The instructor will coach student ensembles, collaborate with faculty and guest artists in performances, and provide accompaniment for a variety of departmental events including faculty and guest recitals, sophomore continuation exams, senior recitals, and student juries. In addition to teaching and performance responsibilities, the instructor will coordinate accompanying activities across the department and contribute to recruitment and outreach efforts. The candidate is expected to maintain an active professional profile at the regional and national levels and may be assigned additional duties based on their qualifications and the evolving needs of the School.

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The Community Design Assistance Center (CDAC), an outreach center within the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design (AAD) is seeking a talented and motivated Landscape Designer for a restricted, non-tenure track Administrative and Professional (A/P) faculty position. Reporting to CDAC’s Director and working closely with the Project Manager, this role involves contributing to interdisciplinary teams composed of faculty, staff, and student employees to develop conceptual landscape designs that serve community needs. Learn more and apply to the position.

The College of Architecture, Arts, and Design at Virginia Tech seeks a highly motivated Director of Undergraduate Student Recruitment to provide support for the strategic recruitment of undergraduate students into 15 undergraduate majors. This on-campus recruiting position complements the efforts of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

The successful candidate will be a point of contact for future and prospective first-year and transfer students and their families and serve as a partner for key stakeholders and constituents such as VT Undergraduate Admissions, the four schools within the college (Architecture, Design, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts), high schools, community colleges, and more. Learn more and apply to the position.

The Administrative & Stewardship Coordinator in the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design provides comprehensive operational and administrative support as a member of the college’s advancement team, ensuring efficiency across donor stewardship, event coordination, and office management. Learn more and apply to the position.

Reporting to the Director, School of Performing Arts and the Director, Marketing and Communications for the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design (AAD), the Marketing & Audience Development Specialist executes integrated marketing, publicity, recruitment communications, and ticketing/revenue strategy for the School of Performing Arts (SOPA), advancing visibility and enrollment while growing audiences for ~150+ public facing events annually (performances, screenings, lectures, and festivals).

The Marketing & Audience Development Specialist owns SOPA’s digital presence (website, SEO, e news, and social media) and partners closely with the college/university marketing and communications network and VT News. The position also serves as the primary liaison to the Center for the Arts ticket office to optimize sales, access, and patron experience. A smaller portion of the position’s portfolio supports the School of Visual Arts (SOVA), primarily promoting exhibitions and public programs in the art gallery and other outward facing initiatives. Learn more and apply to the position.