Az Theatre requires a producer for new play about war and recovery, based onEuripides' Alcestis.P/T.
2 days per week, Contract runs from Dec 2006 to Aug 2007.
Fee TBC
Az Theatre ( http://www.aztheatre.org.uk ) is producing STATES, a new play aboutwar and recovery based on Euripides' Alcestis.
The production, planned for summer 2007, follows an extensive period of R&D in 2006 involving theatre workshops in Algeria, Kosovo, Italy, Palestine and the UK.
For more information on the projectplease see http://www.warstoriestheatre.org
The position is part of Az Theatre's Producer Development Project and will involve a programme of professional development including elements of mentoring, trainingand reflective practice.
The position would suit a young producer with some professional experience and an interest in international theatre.
Job description:
- Assemble creative team
- Maintain relationships with existing funders
- Manage additional fundraising activity
- Secure venue booking
- Book rehearsal space
- Oversee implementation of audience development strategy
- Manage project budget
- Manage production and associated outreach activity
- Evaluation of project
Person specification:
- Experience in theatre management/administration
- Proven fundraising skills
- Strong project management skills, including budgetary management
- Sensitivity necessary to oversee creative process and work within a small team
- Strategic thinker and ability to plan long term
- Willingness to work independently
- Capacity to work from home
Please contact Jonathan Chadwick, Artistic Director on mail to:
info@aztheatre.org.uk with a CV and covering letter explaining your suitability. If you would like to discuss the position prior to application please call Anna Schmitz, Producer on 07974 313401.
