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
ENGLISH NATIONAL OPERA
Lighting Technician
Lighting Programmer
Stage Technician
Lighting Technician: £41,969.72 pro rata
Lighting Programmer: £44,451.68 pro rata
Stage Technician: £35,486.88 pro rata
We are seeking experienced Lighting Technicians, a Lighting Programmer and a Stage Technician to join our team for our 2025-2026 Opera season.
For further information on contract dates and requirements, please visit our careers page.
Careers - English National Opera
To apply, please send along a CV and Cover Letter/short video detailing your interest and suitability for the role as well as your interview availability and availability for contract dates workwithus@eno.org by 10am on Monday 21 July 2025.
Interviews: w/c 28 July 2025
Please also submit our anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form.
English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, English National Opera particularly encourages potential candidates from underrepresented groups and communities to apply, including those from global majority backgrounds and/or with protected characteristics, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religion and belief. We will provide appropriate support for candidates with access requirements if they identify as disabled. This includes during the application process and through candidate assessment stages.
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
DELFONT MACKINTOSH THEATRES
Technical Apprentice (fixed-term contract for 24 months)
Salary: £12.21 per hour, plus benefits.
Contractual hours: 40
Basis: Full time
Job category/type: Technical
Job reference: REQ000141
Founded over 30 years ago, Sir Cameron Mackintosh's Delfont Mackintosh Theatres Ltd owns and operates eight of the most prestigious theatres in London's West End: the Gielgud, Noël Coward, Novello, Sondheim, Prince Edward, Prince of Wales, Victoria Palace and Wyndham's.
Working alongside the in-house technical teams across all eight of our venues you will get the opportunity to be part of the day to day running of our theatres and productions. To learn and apply the skills of a multi-skilled theatre technician, whilst studying a level 3 qualification at Chichester College under the Creative Industries Production Technician Apprenticeship Standard. You will get hands on experience in Stage, Lighting and Video duties with the additional focus of Sound and Automation alongside our incoming productions.
This role will be fixed-term for 24-months and the work is divided between 80% 'on the job' learning in a professional working environment, and 20% college learning and course work which you are given dedicated study time for each week. Typically, at about 18 months in you will enter the assessment process to gain the qualification which we and the college support you with. You can be eligible if you have a Higher Education qualification, such as a degree, but it needs to be in a different discipline.
Please see attached job description for full details of the post.
To Apply:
https://ce0706li.webitrent.com/ce0706li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=6499963TDu
Closing date: 10am on Sunday 20th July 2025
Delfont Mackintosh Theatres is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment process is open to all. We are determined to foster a culture of inclusivity and respect where everyone feels valued and supported.
KINDRED PARTNERS
Head of Wardrobe
Head of Wigs/ HMU
Wardrobe/Wig Swing
Sound No.1
Sound No.2
Head of Wardrobe
POSITION: Head of Wardrobe
RATE OF PAY: £900 per week
DATES: On or about 24th November 2025 – end of May 2026
LOCATION: Noel Coward Theatre, London
DESCRIPTION:
Kindred Partners are seeking an experienced and highly organized Head of Wardrobe to join our dynamic team on Dracula at the Noel Coward Theatre. The ideal candidate will oversee all costume and wardrobe operations, ensuring the smooth running of performances and maintaining the highest standards of costume care and presentation. This role may require onstage appearances during the performance.
APPLY TO: Please send CV and short covering letter to jobs@kindred-partners.com with the role you are applying for in the Subject line.
DEADLINE: Friday 18th July, 2025
Head of Wigs/HMU
POSITION: Head of Wigs and Hair/Makeup
RATE OF PAY: £900 per week
DATES: On or about 24th November 2025 – end of May 2026
LOCATION: Noel Coward Theatre, London
DESCRIPTION:
Kindred Partners are seeking a skilled and experienced Head of Wigs to lead the wigs, hair, and makeup department on Dracula at the Noel Coward Theatre. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and styling of all wigs and hairpieces, ensuring they meet the artistic vision and run smoothly throughout the show's run. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are essential, along with a deep understanding of wig techniques. This role will require onstage appearances during the performance.
APPLY TO: Please send CV and short covering letter to jobs@kindred-partners.com with the role you are applying for in the Subject line.
DEADLINE: Friday 18th July, 2025
Wardrobe/Wigs Swing
POSITION: Wardrobe and Wigs Swing
RATE OF PAY: from £775 per week
DATES: On or about 24th November 2025 – end of May 2026
LOCATION: Noel Coward Theatre, London
DESCRIPTION:
Kindred Partners are seeking a Wigs and Wardrobe Swing for Dracula at the Noel Coward Theatre. The Wigs and Wardrobe Swing will work with the Wigs and Wardrobe Departments performing general departmental tasks on a day-to-day basis and covering any days off and illness. This role will require onstage appearances during the performance.
APPLY TO: Please send CV and short covering letter to jobs@kindred-partners.com with the role you are applying for in the Subject line.
DEADLINE: Friday 18th July, 2025
Sound 1
POSITION: Sound No.1
RATE OF PAY: £900 per week
DATES: On or about 24th November 2025 – end of May 2026
LOCATION: Noel Coward Theatre, London
DESCRIPTION:
Kindred Partners are seeking a Sound Number 1 for Dracula at the Noel Coward Theatre. The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation and upkeep of all sound elements, including mixing the show, managing radio mics, and overseeing the sound team. A deep knowledge of theatre sound systems, excellent problem-solving skills, and strong leadership are essential.
APPLY TO: Please send your CV and covering letter to jobs@kindred-partners.com with the job title in the subject line.
DEADLINE: Friday 18th July, 2025
Sound 2
POSITION: Sound No.2
RATE OF PAY: £725 per week
DATES: On or about 24th November 2025 – end of May 2026
LOCATION: Noel Coward Theatre, London
DESCRIPTION:
Kindred Partners are seeking a Sound Number 2 for Dracula at the Noel Coward Theatre. Working closely with the Sound Number 1, you will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of radio mics, assisting with sound checks, and ensuring smooth show runs as well as learning the mix. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and experience working in a fast-paced theatrical environment.
APPLY TO: Please send your CV and covering letter to jobs@kindred-partners.com with the job title in the subject line.
DEADLINE: Friday 18th July, 2025
WESSEX GROVE
Runner / Junior Production Assistant
Wessex Grove is a theatrical production company set up by Benjamin Lowy and Emily Vaughan Barratt in 2020. We are looking for a Runner / Junior Production Assistant to support the small but busy team on 3 productions opening across Autumn 2025, including All My Sons and two as yet to be announced productions.
No direct experience is necessary - we hope to find someone hardworking, personable and enthusiastic, who also has a great sense of humour and the ability to juggle a range of tasks at once whilst remaining calm and level headed. We have an office on Charing Cross Road and there are dogs who are present in the office. Please note that the role will be based across the office and various rehearsal rooms and theatres. Wessex Grove is a theatrical production company set up by Benjamin Lowy and Emily Vaughan Barratt in 2020. We are looking for a Runner / Junior Production Assistant to support the small but busy team on 3 productions opening across Autumn 2025, including All My Sons and two as yet to be announced productions.
No direct experience is necessary - we hope to find someone hardworking, personable and enthusiastic, who also has a great sense of humour and the ability to juggle a range of tasks at once whilst remaining calm and level headed. We have an office on Charing Cross Road and there are dogs who are present in the office. Please note that the role will be based across the office and various rehearsal rooms and theatres.
The job will be for a fixed term period, starting 1 September 2025 ending on 19 December 2025.
Current and upcoming productions include: All My Sons starring Bryan Cranston, Marianne Jean Baptiste and Paapa Essiedu; Cabaret (West End & Broadway).
Recent productions include:
Thomas Ostermeier’s The Seagull with Cate Blanchett (Barbican); Macbeth with David Tennant (Harold Pinter); Dylan Mulvaney’s Faghag (Edinburgh Fringe); Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder!; Julia Masli’s Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha (Soho Playhouse, New York); Sunset Blvd (West End); Ivo Van Hove & Rufus Wainwright’s Opening Night with Sheridan Smith (Gielgud); Macbeth with Ralph Fiennes & Indira Varma (Liverpool, Edinburgh, London & Washington D.C.); Thomas Ostermeier’s An Enemy of the People with Matt Smith (Duke of York’s); Andrew Scott in Vanya (Duke of York’s Theatre; Lucille Lortel Theatre, New York); Quiz (UK Tour); The Old Man & The Pool (Wyndham’s) Hanya Yanagihara’s A Little Life directed by Ivo Van Hove (Harold Pinter & Savoy); One Woman Show (Ambassador’s & Greenwich House Theatre, New York); Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons (Harold Pinter); James Grahams’ Best of Enemies (Noel Coward); A Strange Loop (Barbican); A Doll’s House with Jessica Chastain (Hudson Theatre, Broadway); A Streetcar Named Desire with Paul Mescal (Phoenix); Constellations (Vaudeville Theatre - 2022 Olivier Award for Best Revival).
Responsible to: Executive Director
Tasks and Responsibilities
The below is a guide to the nature of the work required of this position, and is not an exhaustive list of duties.
● Keeping the office spaces and green rooms in theatres in a neat and tidy condition, replenishing snacks and provisions as required.
● Managing arrangements for meetings taking place.
● Responding to requests for refreshments from visitors and creative and production teams. ● Fulfilling occasional personal tasks for the Producers as required.
● Proof-reading programmes and other paperwork.
● Assisting with prep ahead of opening nights and other events, including gifts, cards, tickets and invitations.
● Handling enquiries, via phone call and email, from industry professionals, artists and investors.
● Coordinating travel and accommodation arrangements as necessary, writing and distributing itineraries in a timely manner.
● Assist with production administration including: preparing scripts and other documents, booking rehearsal and casting studios.
● Support day-to-day company operations and ensure the organisation is operating effectively and efficiently.
● Be the first point of contact for phone calls and be an ambassador for Wessex Grove, providing a welcoming atmosphere and hospitality and offering refreshments to colleagues and visitors. ● Be present at technical rehearsals and previews, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere to the company, responding to individual requests for assistance. ● Any other duties as reasonably requested by the Producers, General Manager or production team.
Essential Experience & Knowledge
• Previous work experience in an environment that you can demonstrate has prepared you for this role.
• Familiarity with the geography of the West End.
• Excellent time management and administration skills with the ability to work with a varied workload and to juggle competing priorities.
• Ability to work without supervision and take initiative.
• Excellent written, numeracy and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of colleagues.
• Strong administration and IT skills.
• Eye for detail and accuracy.
• A willingness to work as part of a team and cover other roles as necessary. • A sense of humour!
Period:
Fixed term, full-time contract
Salary:
£27,500, pro-rata
Hours:
10am – 6pm, five days per week (Monday-Saturday). Flexible hours will be required within the week.
Benefits include:
Contributory Pension Scheme; Wellbeing Programme; Theatre Ticket Allowance.
Holiday:
20 days per annum pro rata plus statutory bank holiday
Location:
Wessex Grove have a central London office and the team are expected to work full-time at the office.
Please note there are dogs present at the office.
Notice period: 2 weeks
Applicants can apply by sending a CV and 1 page cover letter to info@wessexgrove.com by 6pm, 9 July.
First round interviews will likely take place between 24-25 July.
Wessex Grove Limited | wessexgrove.com
info@wessexgrove.com | UK:+2039072544 | US: +16466885777 | 39-41 Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0AR
UNICORN THEATRE
Producer
We’re looking for a skilled communicator with excellent planning skills to join the Producing team at the Unicorn. The Producer is responsible to the Senior Producer and works closely with the Artistic Director and Executive Director across all artistic outputs and liaison with artists, working as part of a small and busy Producing team.
The Producing team is the logistical hub of all the artistic activity in the Unicorn, responsible for the delivery of all aspects of the Unicorn’s artistic programme across the year. This can include in-house shows and co-productions, visiting company work, touring nationally and internationally, digital projects, R&D projects, Access performances, Creative Hub activity and ad-hoc events.
The Producer supports all artistic output and independently line produces around four to five productions throughout the season, under the supervision of the Senior Producer. They also lead on R&D projects, schedule Access performances and contribute to the programming process from the early stages. The Producer ensures that every project’s objectives are delivered effectively, on time and within budget, enabling the best possible standard of work and experience for artists.
SALARY
£32-34,000 per annum.
CONTRACT
Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week).
START DATE
As soon as possible.
HOW TO APPLY
For more information, including how to apply, please visit https://www.unicorntheatre.com/jobs
Closing date for applications: 10am, Wednesday, 16 July 2025.
First Interviews: Monday, 21 July 2025.
Second Interviews: Friday, 25 July 2025.
Expected Start Date: As soon as possible.
If you need this information in an alternative format please contact jobs@unicorntheatre.com or call 020 7645 0500.
BRIXTON HOUSE
Executive Assistant
ROLE SUMMARY
We are seeking a proactive, highly organised and trustworthy Executive Assistant (EA) to support the Executive Director (ED) and Artistic Director (AD) in the effective delivery of their leadership responsibilities. This role is integral to the smooth running of the executive leadership office and requires a confident individual with strong communication skills, high attention to detail, and a commitment to accessibility and inclusive working practices.
This role includes responsibility for coordinating and managing the access requirements of the Artistic Director, ensuring they can carry out their work effectively and comfortably. This may involve liaising with access support workers, managing accessible formats, and ensuring the AD’s working environment and communications are fully accessible.
SALARY
£28-30,000 per annum.
CONTRACT
Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week). We will consider applications for flexible working.
TO APPLY
For more information, including how to apply, please visit: https://www.unicorntheatre.com/jobs
Closing date for applications: 10am, Friday 11 July 2025
First Interviews: Friday, 18 July
Second Interviews: Monday, 21 July
Expected Start Date: Monday, 22 September
If you need this information in an alternative format, please contact jobs@unicorntheatre.com or call 020 7645 0500.
BRIXTON HOUSE
Assistant Director - Black Power Desk
Brixton House and PlayWell Productions are looking for an Assistant Director for their Autumn 2025 premiere and tour of BLACK POWER DESK.
Job Title: Black Power Desk Assistant Director
Reports to: Director, Brixton House Producers and PlayWell Producer
Salary: £598.79 per week payable by invoice
Weekly Hours:
Mondays to Saturdays - Six days per week including some evening work
Contract Terms: Fixed Freelance
Exclusive Terms: 28th July – 6th September 2025
Non-exclusive Terms: 9th September – 26th October 2025
A full production schedule and specified rehearsal plans are to be agreed at contract stage.
Noting any activity post the Exclusive terms of engagement will be payable at a rate of £150 per day.
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.
KEY PRODUCTION DETAILS
Rehearsal dates: Monday 28th July – Friday 22nd Aug 2025
Technical Week: Tuesday 26th Aug – Saturday 30th Aug 2025
Previews: Monday 1st Sep – Thursday 4th Sep 2025
Press Night: Friday 5th Sep 2025
Show Dates: Monday 1st Sep – Saturday 28th Sep 2025 with extension week w/c 30 September 2025 (note this week is not on public sale yet)
Holiday Week: w/c 6th October 2025
Tour Dates: w/c 13th October – Warwick Arts Centre & The Lowry, Salford
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.
Visit our website 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: 11 July 2025
Interview: W/C 14 July 2025
You may also have experience in the following roles: Theatre Assistant Director, Production Assistant, Stage Management Assistant, Creative Assistant, Rehearsal Assistant, Production Coordinator, Theatre Director Assistant, Creative Producer Assistant, etc.
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Greenwich + Docklands International Festival
Stage Manager
Production Assistant Trainee
Stage Manager
Date: 6 September 2025. Times tbc.
Rate: £175 for the day. No travel expenses paid.
Job Description: Greenwich+Docklands International Festival is London's leading Free Outdoor Arts Festival. 6th September is the closing day of our festival, with Dancing City at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Dancing City is a multi-site event, featuring 12 different companies performing multiple times across the day. Each stage manager would manage one stage, looking after 1-3 Artistic Companies.
Reports to: Senior Production Manager
Person Specification:
Proven experience in Stage Management, Event Management or Production Assistant Roles;
Proven experience working in an outdoor or unusual arts setting;
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Knowledge of Risk Assessments and best health and safety practices, and ability to think proactively to mitigate risk;
Committed to delivering high quality access provision.
To apply or for more information email: ella@festival.org with a copy of your CV.
Deadline: 9am 14th July, 2025.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, so recruitment may close earlier.
Production Assistant Trainee
Date: TBC, pending applicant's availability. Must be available at least 2 of the following dates:
23 + 24 August;
4 September;
6 September.
Times tbc.
Rate: £150 per day. No travel expenses paid.
Job Description: Greenwich+Docklands International Festival is London's leading Free Outdoor Arts Festival. Each event is different, with dance, circus and street theatre taking place in public spaces. Production Assistant Trainees would work to support the Production Manager and Stage Managers in the delivery of the live event.
In addition:
1 paid half day, date mutually agreed, to: Pre-Event: Read event documentation and to discuss the role and receive any necessary support from the Producer. Post-Event: Debrief and receive feedback and future career support from the Executive Producer.
Reports to: Senior Production Manager
Person Specification:
Proven experience in working in the arts, preferably in a Stage Management, Event Management or Production Assistant Roles, although similar experience will be considered;
Interest in working outdoors;
Good communication skills;
Pursuing a career in Event Management or Production.
This paid Trainee Programme is open to those who identity as from the Global Majority. Applicants from Royal Borough of Greenwich will be prioritised, please do state this in your application.
To apply or for more information email: ella@festival.org with a copy of your CV and a brief statement on why you are interested in this role (150 words maximum).
Deadline: 9am 14th July, 2025.
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
Possible text for Social media post 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 a Technical Apprenticeship at CFT may be for you! https://www.cft.org.uk/jobs
JAMIE WILSON PRODUCTIONS
Sound No. 3
Show: The Devil Wears Prada
Location: The Dominion Theatre, London
JWP are looking for an experienced Sound No. 3 to join The Devil Wears Prada at The Dominion Theatre, London. The ideal candidate will have previous experience on a large scale West End musical, great communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team and a willingness to learn.
Start date: August/September 2025
Responsibilities & duties will include:
Assist with the operation and maintenance of all equipment, including checks prior to performances.
Candidates will require relevant hands-on professional experience in sound, the ability to work under pressure and effectively within a team, good interpersonal and communication skills, as well as strong organisational and time management qualities to ensure that the production runs efficiently and smoothly.
Assisting the department in compiling and keeping up to date cue sheets and other relevant show paperwork.
Learning to mix the show to provide cover for the department.
Assisting with emergency repairs when required.
Having an awareness of understudies and swings that are performing ahead of each show and making adjustments as necessary.
Attend any rehearsals or calls and participate in staff/team meetings as and when required.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and have an equal opportunity approach across all personal characteristics. Please note, all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
To apply, please send your CV to hello@jamiewilsonproductions.com with the subject title ‘SOUND 3 – THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA’ by 10am on Wednesday 16th July.
We reserve the right to close applications before the deadline. You may be called to interview before the deadline.
UNICORN THEATRE
Development Officer
ROLE SUMMARY:
We are seeking an ambitious early career fundraiser with excellent communication skills to join our Development team. As Development Officer, you will underpin our three main areas of fundraising – Individuals, Corporates, and Trusts & Foundations, and have the chance to look after your own portfolio of supporters. You will be an integral part of the Unicorn’s Development team working close alongside the Development Director, Individual Giving Manager and Trusts and Foundations Manager.
You will manage the Unicorn’s portfolio of Corporate Supporters, be responsible for the stewardship and annual renewal process of our Corporate Members, and support the Development Director with research and prospecting to help grow our Corporate Membership scheme. You will work across all areas of Individual Giving, being the day-to-day contact for our regular givers and supporting the Individual Giving Manager and Development Director with Major Donors. You will support the Trusts and Foundations Manager with research and information gathering for reports and applications. The Development Officer will manage events for the department and oversee all areas of administration for the team.
This role offers the opportunity to develop and hone your fundraising talent within a small but ambitious team. You will develop your relationship management skills through cultivating and stewarding your own portfolio of funders. You will gain further skills and experience in fundraising administration, financial processing and event management, as well as employ your creative, imaginative and strategic skills to deliver supporter communications and stewardship plans. Through working closely with other departments across the organisation, you will also grow your understanding and experience of a producing theatre and the subsidised sector.
This role will be ideally suited to someone passionate about the arts, who is keen to lay strong foundations for a career in arts fundraising or is looking for an opportunity that could later act as a springboard into many other roles and career paths by developing a host of transferable skills and experience.
SALARY: £29,500 per annum.
CONTRACT:
Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week). We will consider applications for flexible working.
TO APPLY: For more information, including how to apply, please visit: https://www.unicorntheatre.com/jobs
Closing date for applications: 10am, Monday, 21 July 2025
First Interviews: Tuesday, 29 July 2025
Second Interviews: Thursday, 31 July 2025
Expected Start Date: Monday, 29 September 2025
If you need this information in an alternative format please contact jobs@unicorntheatre.com or call 020 7645 0500.
DONMAR WAREHOUSE
Casting Associate
Are you someone who loves theatre and has a great knowledge of actors? The Donmar Warehouse is seeking a Casting Associate to work with the Casting Director as part of the in house casting team, they will ensure the department runs smoothly and efficiently.
The role will work closely with the Casting Director delivering high class casting across Donmar productions, readings and workshops. It's a role with lots of variety that includes the creation of lists, artist and production research, leading communication with agents, preparing and running audition days and leading on casting workshops and readings. We are looking for someone with at least two years experience working in casting. We need someone who has an extensive knowledge of actors, a confident communicator and loves the theatre.
We particularly encourage applications from those who are currently under-represented both at the Donmar and more widely in the industry, and specifically from D/deaf or disabled, or neurodivergent applicants and applicants who experience barriers and inequity due to ethnicity, gender identity and/or socio-economic background.
Terms: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £32000 per annum
Application deadline: 10am on Monday 7th July
Please apply through our Careers page, where you can download the Job Pack and submit your online application form -
https://donmarwarehouse.pinpointhq.com/
Please note that we do not accept CVs or cover letters; submissions received without correct forms, or outside of our online portal will be declined.
If you have any questions, or require an alternative format to apply, please email jobs@donmarwarehouse.com
LEEDS PLAYHOUSE
Head of Wardrobe
Deputy Head of Wardrobe
Head of Wigs, Hair & Makeup (WHAM)
Wigs, Hair & Makeup (WHAM) Assistant
Sound No. 1
Leeds Playhouse and Jonathan Church Theatre Productions (JCTP) are recruiting for various roles for our production of To Kill A Mockingbird.
Various roles are available for the production of To Kill A Mockingbird on Fixed-Term contracts. Contracts vary for between late August 2025 and the end of May 2026, with the potential option to extend the contract for a minimum of 12 weeks to accommodate a West End run. However, each role differs so please read further details in our job packs below. Rates of each role also differs.
Job Roles Available
For the run at Leeds Playhouse and the Tour:
Head of Wardrobe
Deputy Head of Wardrobe
Head of Wigs, Hair & Makeup (WHAM)
Wigs, Hair & Makeup (WHAM) Assistant
Sound No. 1
To find out more about each of the roles, please download the job packs on our website at https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/job/to-kill-a-mockingbird-various-roles/.
To apply, please fill in both the Application Form and the Inclusion and Diversity Monitoring Form linked on the website.
You must also email your CV to production@leedsplayhouse.org.uk. Please state in the subject line which job role(s) you are applying to e.g. “CV for TKAM Sound No.1”
You must complete all three before the application deadline.
The closing date for applications is 10am Friday 11 July 2025.
BRIXTON HOUSE
Events Technician
Job Title: Events Technician
Reports to: Head of Events and Commercial Partnerships Contract terms: Casual
Salary: £14.00 hourly rate
Hours: As required. Minimum 4-hour call.
References: All offers of employment are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references
Background
Brixton House is more than just a cultural space; it is a vibrant community hub where creativity thrives, voices are heard, and everyone is welcomed and celebrated. We invite you to join us in our mission to enrich lives through the power of the arts.
Our vision is to empower the undervalued, unheard, and excluded communities through our creative and cultural spaces. We believe in creating a haven where every voice matters, where stories from all walks of life can be shared and celebrated. Our mission is rooted in the rich and influential history of Ovalhouse Theatre, from which Brixton House has emerged as a dynamic new cultural hub. We are dedicated to presenting and collaborating with voices and perspectives that are often marginalised in mainstream funded culture.
Our commitment to building a strong connection with our community is reflected in our core values: 1. Always be welcoming to our international community
2. Be radical and progressive in our thinking and activities
3. Be collaborative in our ambitions – nurturing new relationships locally, and beyond Brixton 4. Most importantly, always celebrate our unique identity and growing accomplishments
Purpose of the role
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
MAIN DUTIES
∙ To undertake the duties of the Duty Day Technician for Tours, Projects and Events at Brixton House and other sites.
∙ To operate technical equipment for Events within Brixton House’s remit. ∙ To program technical equipment for Events.
∙ To provide technical assistance for all events, community events and Creative Engagement events at Brixton House.
∙ To maintain all equipment in the technical Department.
∙ To lead freelance teams, acting as the Lead technician.
∙ To assist the Maintenance Technician as needed.
PRACTICAL
∙ To lead get-ins, fit-ups and get-outs of projects and events. ∙ To lead the loading and unloading of vehicles.
∙ To prepare, install, check, and operate all technical equipment for rehearsals, performance and streaming of events.
∙ To attend dress rehearsals and Creative Engagement events as required. ∙ To check against plans, plots, schedules and system diagrams for each event, project to determine equipment requirements.
∙ To undertake the cleaning, maintenance and testing of technical equipment and areas in accordance with manufacturers recommendations, Brixton House Health and Safety policy and Health and Safety regulations.
∙ To action any tasks arising from Show and rehearsal reports.
PLANNING
∙ Take an active role in the planning of events and projects.
∙ To work with the Event Sales Manager, Events Manager and Head of Events and Commercial Partnerships to plan events.
∙ To Work with the Creative Engagement Producer and Head of Creative Engagement to plan and deliver Creative Engagement Projects.
∙ Produce plans, plots and schedules for each production and event at Brixton House. ∙ Take an active role in planning a maintenance programme for the technical department.
∙ Maintain a technical department archive.
WORKING SAFELY
∙ Adhere to Brixton House’s Health and Safety Policy.
∙ To use a wide range of technical and work equipment correctly and safely, including access equipment, lifting equipment, rigging, test equipment, hand, and power tools. ∙ To maintain a tidy and safe workspace
∙ To supervise the effective and safe working of personnel who are allocated to assist you in your task or project.
∙ To work safely and confidently at height using a wide range of access equipment. ∙ To undertake vehicle driving duties as required.
∙ To undertake routine in-service inspection and testing of all technical equipment utilised by the technical department.
GENERAL RESPONSILBILITIES
∙ Adhere to and implement the guidelines, procedures, and policies of Brixton House. ∙ Play an active role in the life of the company and to work across departments to develop a positive and engaged organisational culture.
∙ Be aware and comply with rules and legislation pertaining to Health and Safety at Work Act and abide by the procedures as set up in the Brixton House Health and Safety Policy. ∙ To have a positive attitude to environmental issues. To take a proactive role in the development and action of the Environmental Policy relevant to the technical department and Company as a whole.
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION.
ESSENTIAL
∙ A minimum 2-years professional experience working in the technical departments of a performance venue or within the Event, Performance or Creative Industries. ∙ Proven experience of operating and programming Lighting Consoles. ∙ Proven experience of operating digital sound desks.
∙ Proven experience of programming Playback and show control software (particularly QLab).
∙ A keen interest in technology for performance.
∙ Demonstrated ability to work to deadlines.
∙ Ability to fault find technical equipment problems.
∙ The ability to 'public face' and work with patience and sensitivity with a wide range of people including vulnerable young people and adults from the local community. ∙ An interest in using the arts with non-professionals.
∙ Ability to work with external clients, to perform duties in a calm and engaging way. Familiarity with and willingness to work unsocial hours, as is the nature of the entertainment industry.
∙ Ability to work confidently at height.
∙ Computer literate.
∙ Experience of using good Health and Safety practices within the entertainment industry.
DESIRABLE
∙ A formal qualification in performance technology.
∙ Experience of Sound Editing software.
∙ Experience in Set construction.
∙ Experience of CAD.
∙ Experience of lifting machinery in a performance venue.
Basic Terms & Conditions
Place of work will primarily be Brixton House, 385 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London SW9 8GL. The standard working days are Monday to Sunday, including out of social hours shifts.
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.
Visit our website 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: Weds 16th July 2pm application closes
Interviews: Weds 23rd July to Friday 25th July 2025
CAMERON MACKINTOSH LTD
Deputy Head of Lighting
Cameron Mackintosh Ltd are looking for a Deputy Head of Lighting to join the Hamilton UK Tour in August 2025.
We are recruiting experienced candidates with proven experience of working on large-scale musicals of the highest calibre.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and have an equal opportunity approach across all personal characteristics.
Deadline for applications is 20th July 2025.
Job descriptions and how to apply can be found at https://careers.cameronmackintosh.com/en/postings/ec74e7f6-bf30-4f03-a2eb-2d457a05c9e1
JAMIE WILSON PRODUCTIONS
Dresser
Show: The Devil Wears Prada
Location: The Dominion Theatre, London
Jamie Wilson Productions are looking for dressers to work on The Devil Wears Prada at the Dominion Theatre from August 4th 2025. Working closely with the Head of Wardrobe and Deputy Head of Wardrobe, the role will help to maintain the daily running of the show.
Job Requirements
Skills in developing, supervising, and executing dressing schedules
Positive attitude emphasizing problem-solving skills
Comfortable assuming leadership responsibilities and working independently
Calm under pressure and adaptable to challenges
Proficient in collaborative teamwork within a dynamic environment
Ability to work diligently and methodically
Meticulous attention to detail in costume preparation
Proven proficiency in engaging with a varied team demographics
Punctual and reliable
Job Responsibilities
Assisting actors with costume changes during the performance
Setting costume pieces around the theatre and completing checks pre-show
Sewing, ironing and washing clothes
Attending rehearsals
Repairing and maintaining costumes
Reporting repairs to the wardrobe team to ensure the standard of production is preserved
Laundry calls to be covered by the dressing team
Keep dressing areas tidy and orderly
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and have an equal opportunity approach across all personal characteristics. Please note, all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
To apply, please send your CV to hello@jamiewilsonproductions.com with the subject title ‘DRESSER APPLICATION – THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA’ by 10am on 16th July 2025.
We reserve the right to close applications before the deadline. You may be invited to interview before the deadline.