Jim Hunter

Jim Hunter is a Professor in the Department of Theatre and Dance at the University of South Carolina's McCausland College of Arts and Sciences. His scene and lighting designs have been featured at prominent theatres nationwide, earning two consecutive AriZoni Awards. A member of United Scenic Artists (Local 829), he served as Department Chair and Artistic Director of Theatre South Carolina for multiple terms. Currently, Hunter serves as President of the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST), which establishes national standards for theatre education.