At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and direct creative ensembles, fostering collaboration and artistic growth.
- Company: Join Leeds Playhouse, a vibrant hub for creativity and community engagement.
- Benefits: Enjoy 5 weeks holiday, wellbeing days, discounts, and free show tickets.
- Other info: Full-time role with flexible working patterns and opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the arts while supporting diverse talent in the community.
- Qualifications: Experience in directing and a passion for nurturing creativity in others.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 32000 £ per year.
We are seeking a collaborative and creative Director who is rigorous, centres care and supports people to flourish, to lead our brand new Playhouse Ensembles strand within Playhouse Connect's exciting new chapter.
The Playhouse Ensembles Director will be responsible for leading 10 ensembles in total, including:
- 7 Youth Theatre cohorts
- Heydays (Creative Ageing) ensemble
- Theatre of Sanctuary ensemble
The role holder will take a strategic oversight of the work of the various ensembles and work with freelancers to deliver the sessions. Within this role, you will direct two of the ensembles yourself and manage freelance artists to lead the other ensembles.
The work you enable to happen will respond to the Leeds Playhouse mission and programme, the priorities of our key partners and the emerging needs of the city. Therefore, you will work closely with our Artistic team to ensure the work of the ensembles are in line with the organisation’s overall artistic vision.
This is a full-time, permanent contract of 35 hours a week, with working pattern to be discussed with your manager. Pay for the role is £32,000 per year.
Benefits at Leeds Playhouse include:
- 5 weeks holiday entitlement (plus 1.6 weeks of bank holidays), that increases with length of continuous employment
- 2 wellbeing days a year
- Discounts across our food and drinks
- Free show tickets
- A local gym and swimming discount
Please see our job pack for more benefits we offer.
Playhouse Ensembles Director in Leeds employer: Leeds Playhouse
Leeds Playhouse is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for those passionate about the arts and community engagement. With generous benefits such as 5 weeks of holiday, wellbeing days, and discounts on food, drinks, and local activities, employees are supported in achieving a healthy work-life balance. The opportunity for professional growth within a small, dedicated team allows for meaningful contributions to corporate partnerships, ensuring a rewarding experience in this dynamic role.
