Jay Steigmann
About Jay Steigmann
Jay Steigmann is an adjunct faculty member at DePaul University and a faculty member at The Second City, where he has developed curriculum for comedy writing courses. He has a diverse professional background, including roles in people strategy and operations at Hewlett Packard Enterprise and resource management at Knightsbridge Solutions.
Current Role at DePaul University
Jay Steigmann has been serving as Adjunct Faculty at DePaul University since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing and delivering courses that emphasize practical skills in comedy writing. His curriculum includes specialized topics such as joke writing and sketch comedy, aiming to equip students with the necessary tools for success in the field.
Experience at The Second City
Steigmann has a long-standing association with The Second City, where he has worked as Faculty since 2004. He has also held the position of Head of the Writing Program at The Second City Training Center from 2016 to 2020. His work involves teaching techniques for writing news-driven comedy shows, contributing to the development of future comedians and writers.
Professional Background
Prior to his current roles, Steigmann accumulated diverse experience in various organizations. He worked at Hewlett Packard Enterprise as a People Strategy & Operations Consultant from 2013 to 2018. His earlier roles include Resource Management at Knightsbridge Solutions and Inside Sales at Marshall Associates. He also served as a Third Party Recruiter at Hewlett-Packard from 2006 to 2009.
Educational Background
Jay Steigmann earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. His educational background provides a foundation that supports his analytical skills, which are essential in both his teaching and curriculum development.
Curriculum Development and Expertise
Steigmann has developed curriculum for comedy writing courses at DePaul University, focusing on practical aspects such as joke writing and sketch comedy. His strong analytical skills enhance his teaching methodologies, allowing him to create engaging and effective educational content. Additionally, he possesses expertise in performance tuning and CRM, which further supports his instructional approach.