Grant Wood Fellow in Interdisciplinary Performance-Theatre
Iowa City, IA, United States
The Grant Wood Fellowship (http://grantwood.uiowa.edu/fellowship) program at The University of Iowa, which supports one-year fellowships in the arts, is currently seeking a candidate appointed through the department of Theatre Arts with a specialty in interdisciplinary digital media in live performance. We seek applications from emerging to mid-career artists who are engaged in creating theatrical experiences, performances, happenings, and/or interactive installations that incorporate video, projections, and new/emerging technologies in bold and exciting ways to engage audiences for the twenty first century. The fellow will promote interdisciplinarity across the university in teaching, research, and creative work.
Fellows Receive:
- An appointment as a Grant Wood Fellow in Interdisciplinary Performance-Theatre, Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Theatre Arts
- $40,000 salary plus benefits
- Office in the Theatre Building at the University of Iowa
Contact
grantwood@uiowa.edu
2999 University Capitol Centre
Iowa City, IA 52242
United States
Residency Program Information
Year Founded
2011
Context
Urban
Residency Structure
Residency program within a school, college or university
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Community-engaged
Curriculum
Research
Residency Program Summary
Residency Length
9 months - 12 months
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
3
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
Discipline
Augmented Reality
Digital Media
Electronic Arts
Installation Arts
Interdisciplinary Arts
Moving Image
New Genres
Performance Art
Theater
Virtual Reality
Companions
Pets are not allowed
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
Spouses/partners allowed for full stay (non-collaborators)
Children allowed for full stay
Stage of Career
Emerging
Mid-career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Participate in public programming
Give artist talk or presentation
Teach in studio
How does your residency program support artists?
Unstructured time
Restricted funding
Research support
Art production support
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Professional development support and/or trainings
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Opportunities for work with the local community
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Application Information
Additional Eligibility Information
Submission: To apply for this position, go to http://jobs.uiowa.edu and refer to requisition #75818. To receive prime consideration, applications should be submitted by January 15, 2026, but will continue until filled.
Applications must include:
- A cover letter indicating interest, qualifications, teaching experience, and creative practice.
- Professional resume or curriculum vita.
- An artist statement discussing personal and social impact goals.
- A representative sample of the applicant’s work (for example, link to digital materials, website).
- Contact information for three professional references.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
1
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
30
Artist Stipend
40000
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
3000
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Fee
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
Accessibility
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
Communication before arrival to discuss accommodations, medical conditions, or other health needs
Orientation upon arrival
Contact information and available accommodations for programs, events, and campus
Full description of accessibility on campus
Captions for videos
Links to resources, effective practices, grievance procedures, etc.
Written and or hard copies of text being presented
Accessible seating
Staff/volunteer reading information aloud
Staff/volunteer giving directions
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Housing available on campus
Accessibility Contact Name
Maura Pilcher
Accessibility Contact Email
maura-pilcher@uiowa.edu
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
Housing & Accomodation
Type of Housing
Private housing off campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Housing available
Accessible Communal Spaces
N/A
Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Air Conditioned Housing
Heat and Cool control managed by resident
Meals Provided
No meals are provided
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Studio & Facilities
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in studio area (private)
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details
- Shared studio space in newly created Motion Capture/VR Studio & performance space that includes:
- 26 camera, 20’x36’ Optitrack/Motive 3 motion capture studio
- 9 camera mobile Optitrack motion capture system
- Inertia motion capture suits
- VR and live performance integration via Quest 2 and pro headsets
- Media server integrations with Disguise, Watchout, Pandoras Box, Pixera, Isadora, and Qlab
- Unreal Engine and Unity integrations
- Content creation and render computers
- Laser projectors, live cameras, camera switchers, professional video production and post-production equipment and software, professional audio equipment
- Access to greenscreen studios
- Access to sound recording studios
Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Shared Studios
Dedicated Studio/Shop Technicians - Part Time
Exhibition / Installation Space
Performance/Presentation Facilities
Theater
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Universally designed
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by dedicated tech
Tech hours
Additional Studio Information
Two hours per week of dedicated staff support from the Digital Media Specialist for research with advanced technologies conducted in the Motion Capture/VR Studio.