Senior Theatre Journalist | Content Lead

Senior Theatre Journalist | Content Lead

We’re working with a market‑leading live entertainment group, recently expanded through the acquisition of a prominent West End‑focused digital platform. This role sits at the intersection of theatre, culture, and editorial leadership, offering rare access and real influence within the industry.

Our client is seeking a senior‑level theatre journalist to own and elevate the editorial voice of a flagship West End brand. This is not a generalist content role. Deep, credible experience in theatre journalism is strongly preferred and will be a defining factor in the hiring decision.

Music journalism experience will be considered only where it demonstrates a similarly rigorous editorial background and a clear, existing connection to live performance and cultural coverage.

The Role

As Senior Theatre Journalist / Content Lead, you will be responsible for setting the editorial vision for a leading West End platform, while remaining actively involved in writing and reporting.

You will:

• Develop and own the long‑term content and editorial strategy for a major West End theatre destination
• Write, edit, and commission authoritative theatre journalism, including reviews, interviews, features, and cultural analysis
• Attend West End productions as a core part of the role, including press nights, openings, festivals, and industry showcases
• Be present at every major cultural moment of significance, from new productions to awards seasons such as the Olivier Awards
• Act as the editorial lead and subject‑matter authority for theatre coverage
• Line‑manage, mentor, and develop two junior journalists/content creators
• Collaborate closely with marketing, digital, and commercial teams to align editorial output with wider brand and audience goals
• Ensure all content reflects a deep understanding of theatre, its audiences, and its cultural impact

This role requires proven editorial experience in theatre or music journalism, with a strong preference for theatre journalism.

• A background in theatre journalism (reviews, features, interviews, criticism, or cultural reporting), ideally within a recognised publication or platform
• or
• Significant experience in music journalism with a clear focus on live performance, culture, and editorial credibility
• A portfolio of published work that shows authority, voice, and critical understanding of the arts
• Experience shaping editorial direction, not just producing content
• Previous responsibility for mentoring or managing junior writers or editors

Candidates without relevant arts journalism experience will not be considered.

Why This Role Stands Out

• A senior editorial role with genuine ownership over West End theatre coverage
• Exceptional access to productions, artists, and industry moments
• A platform to shape cultural conversation at scale
• Strong base salary with a standout bonus structure
• Hybrid working in the heart of London’s West End

Salary & Package

Highly competitive bonus of 20 to 30 %

Plus a strong wider benefits package

Seniority levelh3>

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

Management

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