Producer, Digital

Royal Academy Of Dance; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading theatre organization in London is seeking a Producer to manage live performance recordings and collaborate with creative teams. The ideal candidate has significant experience in live production and a keen creative judgement. This role offers a variety of benefits, including complimentary tickets, 25 days of annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Complimentary staff tickets

25 days annual leave

Access to e-learning programs

Enhanced sick pay

Family-friendly policies

Pension schemes

On-site staff canteen

Qualifications

• Significant long-term experience in producing or supporting live performances.
• Experience producing engaging short-form content.
• Demonstrable ability to make decisions in a live environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of National Theatre Live recordings.
• Collaborate with creative and technical teams.
• Manage scheduling and production workflows.

Skills

Producing live performances

Short-form content production

Problem-solving in live environments

Creative judgment

Understanding of broadcast formats

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Producer to join the National Theatre Digital Team.

The Producer will report to the Senior Producer and be responsible for working with the creative and technical teams to ensure the smooth running and successful delivery of National Theatre Live and National Theatre at Home recordings, broadcasts and surrounding content. Working in collaboration with colleagues across the Digital Media department and wider organisation, this role will be responsible for bringing together all elements related to the successful capture of a range of productions at the National Theatre and other leading British Theatre Companies working across programming, scheduling, rights, producing and post-production.

Responsibilities

• Significant long-term experience in producing or supporting the capture of live, long-form performances (e.g. theatre or television).
• Experience producing short-form content, with the ability to plan, pitch and execute engaging material.
• Demonstrable ability to problem-solve and make confident decisions in a live broadcast/ capture environment.
• Strong creative judgement and the ability to engage collaboratively with camera directors, stage directors, and editors to realise the artistic vision of live performance on screen.
• Understanding of broadcast/recording formats, delivery processes, and production workflows

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Significant long-term experience in producing or supporting the capture of live, long-form performances (e.g. theatre or television).
• Experience producing short-form content, with the ability to plan, pitch and execute engaging material.
• Demonstrable ability to problem-solve and make confident decisions in a live broadcast/ capture environment.
• Strong creative judgement and the ability to engage collaboratively with camera directors, stage directors, and editors to realise the artistic vision of live performance on screen.
• Understanding of broadcast/recording formats, delivery processes, and production workflows

Working with us will give you..

• Complimentary staff tickets for shows and guided tours, subject to availability and policy
• 25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 with length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Development Programmes via e-learning platform, and specialist in-person training relating to role
• Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership
• Enhanced sick pay
• Family Friendly policies including Family leave and Support leave
• Family-friendly employer – we are a member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (PiPA)
• Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST
• Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy
• On-site staff canteen and social facilities
• On-site occupational health support
• In-house mental health and wellbeing advisors providing workplace counselling and support
• Wellbeing programme of events, including mental health awareness, financial wellbeing, skills sharing and opportunities to get active
• Exclusive staff talks to hear more about NT productions, past and present, from leading practitioners
• Discounted access to National Theatre at Home
• Volunteer leave – one paid day per year to volunteer for your chosen charity
• Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafés, restaurants, and bookshop, as well asin local businesses (from Wagamama to gyms), on and around the South Bank
• Access to retailer discounted gift cards and a cash-back-on-spending card

How to apply

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The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 13th October 2025 at 12 noon.

We will close this vacancy when 150 applications are received. The post will be removed from our website at that point and until that time applications are welcome. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Should you need support or additional time to submit an application please contact [e-mail]

At the National Theatre (NT), we support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do.

In line with our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), we recognise that we need to address underrepresentation in our organisation. We actively welcome applications from individuals who are part of global majority, disabled and LGBTQ+ communities, and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We strive to promote inclusive and equitable practices in all areas of the NT. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet our minimum requirements for our vacancies.

If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or have any questions about the recruitment process, you can email [e-mail] or call us on 020 7452 3834.