The Associate Director will be tasked with directing three of the six plays, while supporting Attic's Artistic Director, Tom Bellerby, in developing the themes and narrative flow of all six productions to ensure a cohesive thread runs through the pieces. Company Responsibilities Funding and Finance Communication and Accountability Please send a CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, and a completed copy of our Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form to [email protected]. If you have access needs and would prefer to submit a video or voice note instead of a written cover letter, please feel free to do so. Deadline for applications: 5pm Friday 14th August 2026. First round interview (online) w/c 24th August. If you have any questions or would like to request this Job Pack in aJob Summary
Job Description
The six performances will take place over six weekends during summer 2027, where intensive rehearsals on Friday night and Saturday culminate in a Sunday performance. For each show, a locally based Associate Artist and participating community members will form a key part of that town's story, while a professional actor will provide a thread of consistency weaving the narratives together. These Associate Artists will span a variety of artforms.Job Requirements
To assist in the running of the organisation (where appropriate), with
the Executive Director, Artistic Director and Creative Engagement Producer.
To work closely with the Artistic Director and Creative Engagement Producer on designated projects.
Act as an ambassador for Attic Theatre Company, upholding our values of accessibility, collaboration, and community-rooted storytelling in all external interactions.
Support the evaluation and monitoring of projects, collecting participant feedback and impact data to help report to stakeholders and funders.
Maintain open communication with the core staff team, participating in team meetings and contributing to the overall artistic vision of the company.
Ensure all work is delivered in compliance with Attic's equality,
diversity, and inclusion policies and best practices for community-based arts organisations.Job Responsibilities
To maintain and adhere to all budgets set on designated projects.
To record all own project income and expenditure, including petty cash, together with receipts and invoices and submit accurate accounts.
To help prepare and present grant reports and/or applications with the Executive Director and Creative Engagement Producer.
To prepare monitoring and feedback reports on projects for the funding bodies.
To ensure all staff and Directors of the Attic Theatre Company are kept informed about the running of the projects and are fully acquainted with any developments.
To be conversant with Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Safeguarding policies.
To uphold the Best Practice tenets of all Attic projects.
To provide a DBS check (enhanced), and/or agree to have one arranged by Attic.
To hold relevant Safeguarding certification and/or agree to have
certification to Level 3 arranged by Attic.Useful Links
How to Apply
Second round practical interview (in person) w/c 31st August.
different format, please email [email protected].