Assistant Director - Black Power Desk, hireful

Guardian Jobs; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production company is seeking an Assistant Director for its upcoming Autumn 2025 premiere and tour. This freelance position involves coordinating rehearsals, supporting the director, and working closely with the cast and crew during various production phases, including technical weeks and press nights. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience in theatre production and excellent teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Theatre Assistant Director or similar.
• Ability to coordinate and manage rehearsals.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in all production phases.
• Coordinate rehearsals and support the cast.
• Engage in creative discussions and implement director's vision.

Skills

Theatre Production

Collaboration

Communication

Job description

Our client is looking for an Assistant Director for their Autumn 2025 premiere and tour of their productions.

Job Title: Assistant Director

Reports to: Director

Salary: £598.79 per week payable by invoice

Weekly Hours: Mondays to Saturdays - Six days per week including some evening work

Contract Terms: Fixed Freelance

Exclusive Terms: 28th July - 6th September 2025

Non-exclusive Terms: 9th September - 26th October 2025

• A full production schedule and specified rehearsal plans are to be agreed at contract stage.
• Noting any activity post the Exclusive terms of engagement will be payable at a rate of £150 per day.
  
  
  

KEY PRODUCTION DETAILS

Rehearsal dates: Monday 28th July - Friday 22nd Aug 2025

Technical Week: Tuesday 26th Aug - Saturday 30th Aug 2025

Previews: Monday 1st Sep - Thursday 4th Sep 2025

Press Night: Friday 5th Sep 2025

Show Dates: Monday 1st Sep - Saturday 28th Sep 2025 with extension week w/c 30 September 2025 (note this week is not on public sale yet)

Holiday Week: w/c 6th October 2025

Tour Dates: w/c 13th October - Warwick Arts Centre & The Lowry, Salford

How To Apply

To apply, you should describe what attracts you to this position and provide clear evidence of your ability to meet the criteria outlined in the Job Description.

Visit their website and complete the below:

• Complete the monitoring form
• Upload your CV
• Upload letter of application, no more than two sides of A4, size 12 font
  
  
  

Deadline: 11 July 2025

Interview: W/C 14 July 2025

You may also have experience in the following roles: Theatre Assistant Director, Production Assistant, Stage Management Assistant, Creative Assistant, Rehearsal Assistant, Production Coordinator, Theatre Director Assistant, Creative Producer Assistant, etc.

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