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Artistic Director/CEO: Ipswich/London

Independent Theatre Council Ltd

England

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

17 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a dynamic theatre-maker to lead its artistic mission. This exciting role involves overseeing the artistic programme, liaising with the Board, and managing a talented staff team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supporting playwrights and taking scripts into high-quality production. The organization values creativity and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, especially those with connections to the East of England. Flexible working arrangements are also welcomed, making this an attractive opportunity for passionate individuals in the theatre community.

Extensive experience in theatre-making with a focus on supporting playwrights.
Proven ability to lead artistic programmes and manage teams effectively.

Lead HighTide's artistic vision and oversee all aspects of activity.
Liaise with the Board and manage the staff team to ensure financial discipline.

Theatre-making

Script development

Production management

Dramaturgy

Directing

Producing

Following Clare Slater’s appointment as Head of Play Development at the National Theatre, we are now seeking a dynamic and accomplished theatre-maker who is excited by our artistic mission to lead HighTide. With the endorsement of the Board, the AD/CEO sets the strategic direction for HighTide, holding overall responsibility for its artistic vision, overseeing all aspects of activity and maintaining the highest artistic standards while ensuring the organisation’s financial sustainability.

As well as leading HighTide’s artistic programme, the successful candidate will have the experience and appetite to liaise with the supportive Board, line manage the staff team and ensure excellent financial discipline. The role is open to theatre-makers who have extensive experience supporting playwrights, developing scripts and taking them into high quality production. This could include dramaturgs, directors, playwrights or producers. The Board actively encourages those who live in or have strong connections to the East of England to apply. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements.

If you’d like an informal conversation about the role please contact Deborah Sawyerr, recruitment consultant on recruitment@dsawyerr.com.

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