Head of Programming | London
Job Title: Head of Programming
Location: London
Type: Permanent
Are you a visionary cultural programmer ready to shape the creative identity of a landmark new venue? Read on if you're looking for a unique opportunity to shape a multidisciplinary programme in the heart of London.
Our Partner
Our partner is preparing to open a bold new cultural venue in Central London — a multidisciplinary space that brings together theatre in all its forms, cinema, music, and spoken word under one roof. With a mission to create a dynamic home for boundary-pushing experiences, the venue is set to become a key destination for audiences seeking live events that defy easy categorisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Creative & Strategic Leadership: Shape and implement a cohesive programming strategy across theatre, film, literature, live performance, talks, and special events.
* Cultural Identity Development: Shape the venue’s creative voice to establish a strong public offer that attracts diverse and engaged audiences.
* Programme Planning: Maintain a dynamic, year-round calendar aligned with both organisational and audience development goals.
* Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and collaborate with a small team of bookers and curators to deliver an inclusive and imaginative programme.
* Partnership Development: Build and nurture relationships with artists, agents, publishers, festivals, distributors, and cultural organisations to expand the venue’s creative reach.
Experience and Skills that will deliver success in this role
The right candidate is an experienced and imaginative programming leader, with a proven ability to deliver culturally ambitious and commercially successful work:
* Extensive experience leading/shaping programming or curation in a cultural venue of significant scale or profile.
* Strong networks across film, theatre, literature, live performance, and music.
* Proven team leadership and people management skills.
* Sound commercial awareness and the ability to balance creative ambition with audience and revenue goals.
* Excellent project management, interpersonal, and stakeholder communication skills.
* Experience working closely with senior leadership teams or founders.
* A track record of developing co-productions, commissions or strategic cultural partnerships.
Why we think this is a great opportunity
This is a rare opportunity to join a new cultural destination at launch and shape its identity from the ground up. The role suits someone who thrives in creative development, values diversity in programming, and is excited by the chance to build something truly original in one of the world’s most culturally vibrant cities.
What’s on Offer
* Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 depending on experience
* Working pattern: Hybrid – 3 to 4 days per week on site
* Benefits include: Competitive package tailored to the successful candidate
* Reports to: Founder & Artistic Director
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