We are looking for a Head of Programming to join the National Theatre's Digital team.
The Head of Programming is responsible for shaping and delivering the National Theatre’s digital content programme across NT Live, NT at Home, NT Collection and future platforms. This is a high impact senior editorial role responsible for creative curation, audience development and commercial performance.
Working collaboratively across the organisation and with external partners, the role leads key stakeholder relationships, including producing partners, agents, unions and broadcasters in negotiating commercial terms, rights, and contracts. The Head of Programming contributes to departmental strategy and is accountable for delivering against both departmental and organisational objectives.
The role also leads and develops a team of Programming Producers, providing clear direction, coaching and oversight, while fostering a collaborative, agile and high-performing team culture.
The successful candidates will have the following:
- Significant senior-level experience in theatre programming is essential. Strong track record of shaping and delivering high-quality programming.
- Extensive experience of negotiating and managing complex contractual arrangements, including leading high-value negotiations and overseeing delivery.
- Deep experience of working across a broad stakeholder landscape, building and maintaining effective relationships with both internal teams and external partners.
- Proven leadership of high-performing teams, with the ability to develop, motivate and support others within an inclusive and collaborative culture.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, including experience of budget ownership, forecasting and performance management.
- In-depth understanding of the contractual and industrial landscape of the theatre sector, including union frameworks.
If that sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please follow: https://jobs.nationaltheatre.org.uk/job/head-of-programming-digital-5918854
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Friday 12th June 2026 at 12 noon.
