Jobs/Opportunities
Our current costs for advertisements are:
£25 per advert on our website (this will also be sent directly to our freelancers)
£5 per advert on our social media (this will be on our instagram and twitter)
If you send us more than 5 jobs on one advert post there will be a higher fee.
If you would like to proceed, we require the following: Please email info@backstageniche.com
Please send adverts two weeks before the deadline or minimum one week before deadline
To avoid confusion, please state in your email if you would like a website post and socials or just one of the posts
A copy for the advert (please include any dates)
A company logo (jpeg or png file)
A copy for social media (if you also want this)
Any relevant attachments such as job requirements/person specification or forms for application
WESSEX GROVE
Deputy Head of Wardrobe
Wessex Grove are seeking a Deputy Head of Wardrobe for their production of All My Sons at the Wyndham's theatre in Autumn 2025.
Dates: 27th October 2025 – 7th February 2026
Salary: £850 per week
Essential skills required:
Previous experience as Deputy Head of Wardrobe
Deputising & supporting HOD to ensure the smooth running of the department and the show
Costume maintenance, repairs and alterations.
Hand and machine sewing skills.
Laundry and dressing
Working on a production with fast paced quick changes.
To apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter to sarah@wessexgrove.com Closing date: 30th June 2025
Interviews will be held w.c 7th July 2025
The Association of British Theatre Technicians (ABTT)
Click below for updated vacancies from various theatre companies on ABTT.
Tangle Theatre
AMPLIFY
Tangle is inviting applications to AMPLIFY, our paid mentoring and training programme designed to support technical theatre professionals at any career stage. AMPLIFY covers a range of disciplines including Sound, Lighting, Stage Management, Production Management, Technical Producing and Construction.
We welcome applications on a rolling basis and details can be found on our website, where you can also find the application pack to download. We are particularly keen to work with people who wish to undertake a career step change; who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic; or who feel they may have hit a ‘glass ceiling’ and wish to expand their skills.
For more information or if you would like a discussion about the programme, please feel free to contact Anna Coombs, Artistic Director / CEO on artistic@tangletheatre.co.uk
To read our application pack and apply, please visit www.tangletheatre.co.uk/amplify
THEATR CLWYD
Creative Industries Theatre Technician (Apprenticeship)
This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a career in technical theatre at Wales' leading producing theatre. Theatr Clwyd is committed to supporting early career talent, and as an apprentice, you’ll be embedded in both our technical and theatre making teams to gain valuable, real-world experience in a live theatre setting.
Contract Type - Fixed Term - 18/09/2025 - 03/09/2027
Hours - 37 per week
The Role
What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a paid job where an employee learns and gains valuable real-life experiences.
Alongside on-the-job training, apprentices spend at least 20% of their working hours (up to a maximum of 6 hours per week) completing off the job training, which leads to a nationally recognised qualification. The 20% off the job training may include college attendance, evidencing workplace activity, attending external events and general tasks which are new skills.
This apprenticeship is part of The Mackintosh Foundation’s Regional Technical Apprenticeship Programme. As part of the programme all apprentices will receive additional support for their development and progress. This will take the form of monthly online catchups and development sessions, as well as opportunities for in person networking and learning.
About you
If you are aged 18 by the time the employment begins and have Grade 4 or above in Maths and English / Welsh together with some theatrical exposure and knowledge from school, higher-education establishment, venue or related technical departments, we would love to hear from you.
The Person
Essential
Be aged 18 by the time the employment begins and have Grade 4 or above in Maths and English.
Some theatrical exposure and knowledge from school, higher-education establishment, venue or related technical departments.
A genuine interest in working in technical theatre, backstage crafts and the performing arts.
Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges in a hands-on environment.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Good basic computer skills
Reliability and a good sense of organisation.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Physical ability to carry out manual tasks and work at height when required.
Apply on our website:
Creative Industries Theatre Technician (Apprenticeship) | Theatr Clwyd
Deadline: 26th June 2025
PUNCHDRUNK ENRICHMENT
Company Stage Manager
Punchdrunk Enrichment is looking for a Company Stage Manager the schools project of Fireside Tales taking place this Autumn.
You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day running of rehearsals and performances attended by local Primary School groups. The Company Stage Manager will work closely with the Director, Production Manager and Producer to ensure the coordination and care of the performing company members. They will be a crucial point of liaison between the venue, performing company and the Punchdrunk Enrichment office.
We are committed to ensuring that the production and the stories it tells are representative of the community of our local area. 64% of residents in our home borough of Brent identify as Black, Asian or from the global majority including mixed heritage individuals. We strongly encourage applicants to the Costume Designer role from Black, Asian and global majority backgrounds, including SWANA, Hispanic, Indigenous, Latinx, and Mixed-Race backgrounds.
Schedule
Preparation Days: 2 days in the week commencing 4th August
Rehearsals: Monday 11th August - Friday 29th August (weekdays, excluding the Monday 25th August Bank Holiday)
Tech Rehearsals: Monday 8th September - Friday 12th September
Performances:
BLOCK 1 Monday 22nd September - Friday 26th September
Further blocks of performances to be confirmed in July, for dates between Monday 6th - Friday 10th October and Monday 20th - Friday 24th October.
Breakdown of ITC rates of pay, day rates, overtime details, holiday pay calculations etc included at offer stage.
The final deadline for applications is 10am, 7th July - We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close applications early.
To find out more, including how to apply, please download the job pack below.
Downloads List
KENNY WAX PRODUCTIONS
Various Stage Management for Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
Kenny Wax Productions is one of the leading Production Companies operating in the West End and on Tour. A brand new Goes Wrong from Mischief will tour the UK from November and cause chaos in London this Christmas.
Salaries at or above relevant UK Theatre / Equity minimums.
Show schedule: performances are 6 days per week either Monday – Saturday or Tuesday – Sunday depending on each venue’s schedule.
Dates: September 2025 – February 2026
Location: Various UK Touring venues & the West End
Vacancies include:
Assistant Stage Manager (Book Cover)
Deadline is 5pm Friday 20th June 2025.
UNICORN THEATRE
Venue Technician (Lead Stage)
ROLE SUMMARY
We’re looking for a proactive, multi-skilled technician with a stage bias, with the ability to work across all disciplines. You will work as part of the Technical Department, servicing the technical requirements of all work presented by the Unicorn Theatre including productions, Creative Hub (schools and community) projects, venue hires and events. Our schedule is principally based around daytime shows for our young audiences.
This will include the operation of productions to a consistently high standard – maintaining the integrity of the production, first line maintenance of technical equipment, show-related maintenance and housekeeping anywhere within the Unicorn Theatre and on tour.
SALARY
£30,000 per annum (excluding overtime for hours worked above 40 hours)
CONTRACT
Fixed-term, 12 months. Full-time (40 hours per week, worked across 6 days). We will consider applications for flexible working.
We will request a Basic Level Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as part of any conditional offer employment, in line with our Safeguarding policy.
TO APPLY
For more information, including how to apply please visit: https://www.unicorntheatre.com/jobs
Closing date for applications: Monday, 23 June at 10am
First Interviews: Wednesday, 25 June (in person at the Unicorn)
Second Interviews: Friday, 27 June (in person at the Unicorn)
Expected Start Date: Monday, 4 August
If you need this information in an alternative format, please contact jobs@unicorntheatre.com or call 020 7645 0500.
BRIXTON HOUSE
Company Stage Manager
Deputy Stage Manager
Brixton House and PlayWell Productions are looking for a Company Stage Manager and Deputy Stage Manager for their Autumn 2025 premiere and tour of BLACK POWER DESK.
ABOUT THE SHOW
BLACK POWER DESK is a powerful reimagining and exploration of what it means to love and fight for freedom. In an often male-dominated world, two sisters, Celia and Dina – both rooted in self-empowerment and fiercely committed to their community, both loyal and motivated by love – are divided by grief and radical politics.
A moving story of sisters who need to reconnect for the sake of their community. But will the fight for their community be worth the damage to their sisterhood?
Inspired by the historic Mangrove Nine and other influential activists and brought to life by an original score performed by a live three-piece band, BLACK POWER DESK is a musical soundtrack charting a fiercely emotive and politically charged era of often overlooked British history for today’s generation. Written by the critically acclaimed team of Urielle Klein-Mekongo (Roundhouse, The Bush, The Old Vic), Gerel Falconer (Tones, HighRise, Stage Debut nominee) and Renell Shaw (Ivor Novello Award, Rudimental), directed by Gbolahan Obisesan (Young Vic, The Bush, Royal Court) with dramaturgy by Gail Babb. Other creatives include Natalie Pryce, Tony Gayle and Jessica Cabassa.
A Brixton House and PlayWell Productions co-production, in association with Birmingham Hippodrome and Lowry.
KEY DETAILS
Dates: 28 July 2025 - 29 October 2025
Salary: £615 - £665 p/week plus subs for touring in line with industry standards
Locations: Brixton House, Warwick Arts Centre, Lowry and Birmingham Hippodrome
Contract type: Fixed Term Freelance
Contract Responsible to: Stage Management Team, overseeing the cast
How to Apply
To apply, you should describe what attracts you to this position and provide clear evidence of your ability to meet the criteria outlined in the Job Description and Person Specifications.
Visit our website join the team | Brixton House and complete the below:
Complete the monitoring form
Upload your CV Upload letter of application, no more than two sides of A4, size 12 font
Deadline: 20 June 2025 Interview: W/C 23 June 2025.
SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE
Wigs, Hair and Make-Up Assistants
SGT is inviting expressions of interest from skilled and experienced Wardrobe and Wigs, Hair & Makeup Assistants for fixed-term contracts as part of our Summer and Winter Seasons 25-26.
Essential criteria:
Professional experience in theatre.
Strong inter-personal skills and confidence in supporting fast-paced backstage environments
Attention to detail and a collaborative approach
Contract details:
Fixed-term roles (dates and production periods vary)
Based at Shakespeare's Globe, London
Rates in line with union agreements
Interested?
Please send your CV and a short cover note to wardrobe@shakespearesglobe.com
Deadline: 20th June 2025
WESSEX GROVE
Deputy Head of Wardrobe
Wessex Grove are seeking a Deputy Head of Wardrobe for their production of All My Sons at the Wyndham's theatre in Autumn 2025.
Dates: 27th October 2025 – 7th February 2026
Salary: £850 per week
Essential skills required:
Previous experience as Deputy Head of Wardrobe
Deputising & supporting HOD to ensure the smooth running of the department and the show Costume maintenance, repairs and alterations.
Hand and machine sewing skills.
Laundry and dressing
Working on a production with fast paced quick changes.
To apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter to sarah@wessexgrove.com
Closing date: 30th June 2025
Interviews will be held w.c 7th July 2025
FACTORY INTERNATIONAL
The Production Manager (Public Realm Programme)
Closing date - 21 July 2025
Interview date - 01 August 2025
Salary - £32,000 per annum
Please feel free to contact us at recruitment@factoryinternational.org if you require any support in completing your application.
Production Manager (Public Realm Programme) Job Pack - download here
Production Manager (Public Realm Programme) Application questions - download here
Please note this is a 12-month fixed term role
The Production Manager (Public Realm Programme) will oversee the delivery of the physical production of a variety of projects across Factory International’s programs, predominantly in the Social (Foyer) scaling to support some projects in the larger performance spaces, including acting as assistant production manager if required.
The Public Production Manager will ensure the effective delivery of all technical, production and logistical aspects of each project - safely, to schedule, within budget and to the highest possible technical standards.
The Production Manager (Public Realm Programme) will deliver events and activities across Factory International’s wide-ranging public realm programme: a wide range of events and activities of varying scale that speak to the ideas of today, are relevant to diverse communities and engage the public in new and inventive ways.
From week to week you would be delivering a diverse programme of events, from quiz nights to poetry slams; from children’s workshops to photography exhibitions; from club nights to live music; from community festivals to weekend takeovers. The role is varied and you will be mainly working across the public areas of Aviva Studios to deliver exciting and innovative work for our audiences, visitors and communities.
We are looking for someone who is at a developmental stage in an Production Management career, who can bring creativity to the development and delivery of events in the Public Realm. They will show experience in the current trends in technical production, ability to liaise with artists, community partners and external suppliers to deliver memorable and distinctive projects, on time and on budget.
This role sits within the Technical Department who are the team responsible for the physical production and delivery of all our activity, from artistic commissions, commercial events and partnership projects.
The key responsibilities for the Production Manager (Public Realm Programme) include;
Working closely with the creative team to manage and facilitate the delivery of all the physical elements of the project (to include but not limited to staging, lighting, sound, and video
Managing the technical budget, ensuring that all production elements are delivered to the agreed budget and regularly reporting on forecast spend to the Producer or Event Manager
Working together with the Technical Department Heads to schedule technical personnel as required to install operate and de-install the physical elements of the project
Arranging transport for the physical elements of the production and securing storage as required
Writing production schedules for the project and communicating the content of those schedules effectively to relevant parties within a timeframe agreed with the Producer or Event Manager
Attending all meetings, site visits, installation, de-installation, including overseeing show maintenance where appropriate
Establishing a good working relationship with the key departments within Factory International
Working with the Company’s partner organisations as required
Ensuring that all production elements are delivered to the highest Health and Safety standards and within all current legislation
Writing risk assessments and method statements for the production and collating risk assessments from specialist suppliers/contractors if appropriate; ensuring projects are compliant in their delivery
Where relevant compiling and delivering (within two weeks of the close of the Project) a project pack as reference material for possible future presentations of the project. The pack would cover all technical aspects relevant to installing the artwork elsewhere, including all plans
Ensure that all paperwork pertaining to the technical and production aspects of the artwork are up to date and any changes are noted and communicated to the Company’s Producer until delivery of the project manual
The person specification for the Production Manager (Public Realm Programme) are;
ESSENTIAL
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders such as artists, communities, partners
Commitment to addressing under-representation and increasing inclusion in the arts with a passion to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds
Experience of working in wide range of venues/sites and with a range of stakeholders – artists, clients, community groups
Experience in one or more technical discipline (eg, lighting, sound or video) or small-scale production or event management
Up to date knowledge of current trends in technical production (e.g., lighting, sound, video, rigging, set construction, wardrobe etc)
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, guidance and practical implementation
Ability to read technical plans and diagrams, and an openness to learn CAD
Commitment to championing representation and inclusion at every level of the organisation with a proven ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds
Willing to get take relevant statutory checks eg DBS (Factory International can support with processing and payment)
DESIRABLE
Experience of working with a commercial events team
IOSH qualification
IPAF 3a&3b telehandler and forks accreditation
Enthusiasm for training, mentoring and support of emerging talent
When applying please do not rely solely on ChatGPT/AI software for your answers as it may not fully reflect your skills and experience and how they align with this role and we may decide to discount your answer if we believe it is solely generated by AI.
Department: Technical - Production
Locations: Aviva Studios
Yearly salary: £32,000
FACTORY INTERNATIONAL
Production Manager (Music)
Closing date - 17 July 2025
Interview date - 29 July 2025
Salary - £38-40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Please feel free to contact us at recruitment@factoryinternational.org if you require any support in completing your application.
Production Manager (Music) Job Pack - download here
Please note this is a 12-month fixed term role
Aviva Studios is a multi-purpose, highly flexible venue with two main performance areas, The Warehouse and Hall, that can be reconfigured into various formats with a range of capacities up to 4,500 standing. Since opening in summer 2023, we have hosted touring artists, multi-stage festivals, live-streamed concert series, corporate showcases, one-off special performances, and in-house produced concerts.
The Music Production Manager will take the lead on liaising with promoter representatives and artist teams to advance shows, while also working with the in-house technical team to ensure all productions are delivered to the highest standard. We are looking for an experienced, organised, solutions orientated, and client focused person with good commercial instincts and an interest in working in a unique environment.
The key responsibilities for the Production Manager (Music) include;
Liaising with promoter’s representatives and artist teams to fully advance shows and events, collating all relevant information and documents such as production schedules, riders, stage plans, rigging plots, and staffing requirements and distributing this information to the in-house Technical Team and Event Managers
To work with internal Factory International departments, external suppliers, and clients to ensure consistent and high-quality levels of service to all incoming artists and event organisers and to develop and foster relationships to ensure repeat business
To work with the Music Department and other stakeholders to develop new set ups, layout and special one of projects
To be the venue representative on production rehearsals, load-ins, and show days, leading teams and overseeing production related work taking place. Due to the nature of the events that we deliver, early morning, late night, and weekend working will be required
Examine the booking diary with the Music and Scheduling Teams to ensure that proposed events work within the schedule of operation of the wider organization. Contribute to the planning and delivery of venue format changes
Effectively forecast and monitor event budgets, ensuring that events are delivered to requirements, within the allocated budget, and identifying opportunities to maximise profit where applicable
Attend site visits and production meetings as required. To work with the Music and Commercial Events Teams to help showcase the venue to new promoters and prospective clients
Ensuring that all production elements are delivered to the highest Health and Safety standards and within all current legislation. Creating risk assessments, method statements, and floor plans as required
To work on other productions and events as required by the Senior Commercial Production Manager
The person specification for the Production Manager (Music) are;
ESSENTIAL
Extensive experience of live music production management in a venue or touring environment. Strong working knowledge of technical production (e.g., lighting, sound, video, rigging, staging, etc)
Strong organisational and planning skills with proven experience of communicating technical requirements to production colleagues and other non-technical stakeholders
Experience developing and working to budgets
Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Experience of working with and leading teams
Practical knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, guidance and implementation. IOSH Managing Safely qualification preferred
Experience working with CAD software like AutoCAD, Vectorworks, etc, including reading and adjusting plans
Commitment to championing representation and inclusion at every level of the organisation with a proven ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds
Willing to get take relevant statutory checks eg DBS (Factory International can support with processing and payment)
DESIRABLE
Experience of working within a commercial events setting
3 day rigging for the events industry qualification
NEBOSH qualification
Advanced CAD experience with the ability to create plans
IPAF, PASMA, telehandler and forks accreditation, etc
Enthusiasm for training, mentoring and support of emerging talent
When applying please do not rely solely on ChatGPT/AI software for your answers as it may not fully reflect your skills and experience and how they align with this role and we may decide to discount your answer if we believe it is solely generated by AI.
Department: Technical - Production
Locations: Aviva Studios
Yearly salary: £38,000 - £40,000
FACTORY INTERNATIONAL
Senior Production Manager (Commercial)
Closing date - 13 July 2025
Interview date - 24 July 2025
Salary - £50,000 per annum
Please feel free to contact us at recruitment@factoryinternational.org if you require any support in completing your application.
Senior Production Manager (Commercial) Job Pack - download here
Please note this is a 12-month fixed term role
The Senior Production Manager (Commercial) will lead the planning and delivery of multiple projects simultaneously. Depending on the event, you may take ownership entirely or lead specific components as part of a the larger production management team, including but not limited to corporate events and music programming. You’ll also have line management responsibilities, supporting development and performance plus recruit and induct freelancers as required.
In addition to line management duties this is a hands-on role and the Senior Production Manager will oversee the delivery of the physical production of a variety of projects across Factory International’s programs of work with a particular focus on our commercial and corporate events, supporting artistic projects and events in the public realm as required.
This position is ideal for an experienced event professional with a proven track record in managing commercial events from concept through to delivery. You will collaborate closely with internal teams—including the Sales Team and Event Managers—as well as with external partners, to design and execute events that meet and exceed client expectations.
Reporting to Director of production and Building Operations, you will be accountable for all aspects of technical delivery. You’ll be expected to ensure events are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard, contributing to the overall commercial success and client satisfaction.
This is a client facing role, supporting commercial pitches and proposals.
The key responsibilities for the Senior Production Manager (Commercial) include;
Working closely with the commercial events team to manage and facilitate the delivery of all the physical elements of commercial events. This will include liaising, negotiation and management with key suppliers and delivery partners
Supporting the Commercial Events team with Client visits and pitches. Developing and maintaining good client relationships and leading project calls and meetings when referencing technical services
Undertaking professional and timely communications with clients including taking concise and accurate briefs and offering creative and technical input, maximising opportunities for added value to events, upselling technical packages and ensuring our partners wish to return to us time and again
Line management of permanent and temporary Commercial and Music Production Managers and to oversee the recruitment and induction of contract Factory International staff as appropriate
Effectively monitoring and forecasting event budgets, ensuring that events are delivered to requirements, within allocated budget and maximising profit where applicable and demonstrating strong commercial awareness. Ensuring that potential variances are promptly identified and addressed appropriately, escalating issues or concerns as appropriate
Working together with the Commercial Team and Head of Technical to recruit technical personnel as required to install and de-install the physical elements of the project, this includes show running, and maintenance teams as required
Arranging transport for the physical elements of the production and securing storage as required
Establishing production schedules for the project and communicating the content of those schedules effectively to relevant parties within a timeframe agreed with the Event Manager
Attending all meetings, site visits, installation, de-installation, including overseeing show maintenance where appropriate
Establishing a good working relationship with the key departments within Factory International
Ensuring that all production elements are delivered to the highest Health and Safety standards and within all current legislation
Writing risk assessments and method statements for the production and collating risk assessments from specialist suppliers/contractors if appropriate. Keeping the event plan up to date. This will involve ensuring that the project is delivered with proper regard for the safety of the Artist, technical staff and public and all current Health and Safety legislation and regulations are fully observed. Making sure that all set elements and props are properly fireproofed and conform to BS476 PT 7 and any local standards as required
Compiling and delivering (within two weeks of the close of the Project) a project pack as reference material for possible future presentations of the project. The pack would cover all technical aspects relevant to installing the artwork elsewhere, including all plans
Ensure that all paperwork pertaining to the technical and production aspects of the artwork are up to date and any changes are noted and communicated to the Company’s Producer until delivery of the project manual
The person specification for the Senior Production Manager (Commercial) are;
ESSENTIAL
Substantive track record in production management in commercial or corporate events. Candidates with experience in one or more artform, eg Theatre, Large Scale Visual Arts, Immersive Productions, will also be considered
Up to date knowledge of technical production (e.g., lighting, sound, video, rigging, set construction, wardrobe etc), or relevant and proven knowledge from equivalent fields. (This can be from an art form)
Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build strong relationships
Strong negotiation skills with an understanding of the needs of delivering live events for third party partners and promoters
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, guidance and practical implementation
Proven experience of producing technical plans and diagrams, proficiency in CAD
Commitment to championing representation and inclusion at every level of the organisation with a proven ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds
DESIRABLE
Experience of working with a commercial events team
IOSH qualification NEBOSH preferred
IPAF 3a&3b telehandler and forks accreditation
Enthusiasm for training, mentoring and support of emerging talent
When applying please do not rely solely on ChatGPT/AI software for your answers as it may not fully reflect your skills and experience and how they align with this role and we may decide to discount your answer if we believe it is solely generated by AI.
Department: Technical - Production
Location: Aviva Studios
Yearly salary: £50,000
CHICHESTER FESTIVAL THEATRE
Backstage Technical Apprenticeships
Costume Technical Apprentice
Creative Industries Technical Apprentice
Production Manager Apprentice
Are you looking for a practical route into the creative industries? Would you like to learn directly from experienced professionals in a working environment? Do you want to develop useful skills, kick-start or change the direction of your career and gain a nationally-recognised qualification? Then our Technical Apprenticeships may be for you!
Full details about all the roles can be found on our website https://www.cft.org.uk/jobs
If you want to find out more about apprenticeships and working at CFT, as well as getting some advice on how to apply and meet some of the team, we are running an event in the Festival Theatre Foyer on:
Saturday 21st June 10.30 – 12.00
Saturday 5th July 10.30 – 12.00
We recommend registering by emailing recruitment@cft.org.uk to let us know which session you’d like to attend, but if you haven’t then please don’t let that stop you attending. You're welcome to bring your parents, carers or partner with you to these events .
Salary for all of the positions: National Minimum Wage (not apprenticeship wage)
Full time, 2 years fixed term
Apply by Friday 11 July at 10am
Costume Technical Apprentice
We are now recruiting for a Costume Technical Apprentice to join us from September 2025, to work in our busy Production department. This opportunity provides experience, skills, knowledge and formal training whilst working on a range of professional theatre productions across our three stages and elsewhere.
Apprenticeships at CFT are hands-on, paid, working roles, learning all the skills required to work within a busy producing theatre, equipping you to enter the industry after the fixed 2 year term. You will receive a nationally recognised Costume Technician Apprenticeship qualification, along with working with some of the most eminent costume industry professionals in the country.
All previous CFT apprentices have gone on to work professionally across the Performing Arts industry including on tours and in the West End in a variety of roles. This is the first year of the Costume Technician Apprenticeship, but previous apprentices have gone on to work across a wide range of roles within the Performing Arts Industry, including the RSC, National Theatre, West End and on Tour.
Creative Industries Technical Apprentice
We're recruiting for a Technical Theatre Apprentice to join us from September, to work in our busy Production department across lighting, sound and stage. This opportunity provides experience, skills, knowledge and formal training whilst working on a range of professional theatre productions across our three stages and elsewhere.
The Technical Theatre Apprenticeship post suits those who are 18+ and looking for the next step. This role is aimed at a practically-minded, energetic and committed person who is passionate about theatre and live arts.
No previous experience in theatre or live events is necessary for this role, just a passion and interest in theatre.
Technical Apprenticeships at CFT are hands-on, paid, working roles, learning all the skills required of a professional Technician equipping them to enter the industry after the fixed two-year term. You will receive a nationally recognised Level 3 Creative Industries Production Technician Apprenticeship qualification, whilst working with some of the most eminent industry professionals in the country.
All previous CFT apprentices have gone on to work professionally across the Performing Arts industry including on tours and in the West End in a variety of roles. Work in the Live Events sector would also be suited to the skills developed in this role.
Production Manager Apprentice
We are now recruiting for an Apprentice Production Manager to join us from September 2025, to work in our busy Production department. This opportunity provides experience, skills, knowledge and formal training whilst working on a range of professional theatre productions across our three stages and elsewhere.
The Apprentice Production Manager post suits a post grad or current theatre professional seeking a change of direction into Production Management. The successful apprentices will be given mentoring and assessment to help them grow professionally in a supportive environment.
Technical Apprenticeships at CFT are hands-on paid working roles, learning all the skills required of an Assistant Production Manager equipping you to enter the industry after the fixed 2 year term. You will receive a nationally recognised qualification in production management, whilst working with some of the most eminent industry professionals in the country.
All previous CFT apprentices have gone on to work professionally across the Performing Arts industry including on tours and in the West End in a variety of roles.
To apply please email recruitment@cft.org.uk You’ll find all the details of what we’d like to see in your CV and covering letter on our website https://www.cft.org.uk/jobs
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