Assistant Director

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Full time, fixed term contract (43 hours per week) – Salary £32,383 per annum (pro rata £622.75 per week).

A rare opportunity to spend six months in residency at a busy building‑based theatre, supporting one of the New Vic’s ‘legendary’ Christmas productions while gaining experience in regional producing theatre.

This role involves assisting Artistic Director Theresa Heskins on the 2026 Christmas production of The Borrowers and providing creative and managerial support within a complex organisation.

Our ideal candidate has previous experience of assisting in directing professional actors and a strong interest in producing work for families and young people. The successful applicant will confidently lead a rehearsal room, take responsibility for managing and supporting show staff, and oversee a large acting company.

Recruitment Timeline

  • Deadline for receipt of applications – Monday 18 May 2026 at 5pm
  • First round interviews – Monday 1 and Tuesday 2 June 2026 (via Zoom)
  • Second round interviews – Thursday 11 June (in person at the New Vic)

Equal Opportunities

The New Vic is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity in our workforce and positively encourage applicants from all sections of the community, particularly those under‑represented across the arts workforce, including but not limited to applicants with a disability, applicants who are LGBTQIA+, or applicants of African or Caribbean heritage, South, East and South‑East Asian heritage, or anyone who experiences racism.

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Full time, fixed term contract (43 hours per week) – Salary £32,383 per annum (pro rata £622.75 per week).

A rare opportunity to spend six months in residency at a busy building‑based theatre, supporting one of the New Vic’s ‘legendary’ Christmas productions while gaining experience in regional producing theatre.

This role involves assisting Artistic Director Theresa Heskins on the 2026 Christmas production of The Borrowers and providing creative and managerial support within a complex organisation.

Our ideal candidate has previous experience of assisting in directing professional actors and a strong interest in producing work for families and young people. The successful applicant will confidently lead a rehearsal room, take responsibility for managing and supporting show staff, and oversee a large acting company.

Recruitment Timeline

  • Deadline for receipt of applications – Monday 18 May 2026 at 5pm
  • First round interviews – Monday 1 and Tuesday 2 June 2026 (via Zoom)
  • Second round interviews – Thursday 11 June (in person at the New Vic)

Equal Opportunities

The New Vic is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity in our workforce and positively encourage applicants from all sections of the community, particularly those under‑represented across the arts workforce, including but not limited to applicants with a disability, applicants who are LGBTQIA+, or applicants of African or Caribbean heritage, South, East and South‑East Asian heritage, or anyone who experiences racism.

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Posted: May 8th, 2026