Assistant Director in Residence
Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme, UK
Employment Type: Full time, fixed term contract (43 hours per week)
Salary: £32,383 per annum (pro rata £622.75 per week)
Overview
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 will assist Artistic Director Theresa Heskins on the New Vic's 2026 Christmas production of The Borrowers. An ideal opportunity for a director looking to gain knowledge of working within a complex organisation.
Responsibilities
Assist in directing professional actors during production of The Borrowers.
Lead rehearsal rooms confidently.
Support and manage show staff and a large acting company.
Qualifications
Previous experience of assist directing professional actors.
Interest in creating work for families and young people.
Desire to take increased responsibility in managing staff and 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 Opportunity Statement
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 applicants 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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