Associate Artistic Director

We’re looking for a theatre director who shares our vision and energy, someone who wants to shape the future of theatre with us.

This is a role for a theatre director who thinks nationally and acts locally. Who thrives in collaboration, believes in access and justice, and wants to help rewrite the narrative of who gets to make and lead theatre in this country.

We’re seeking someone with at least five years’ directing experience, a passion for national touring and new writing, and a deep commitment to inclusion and sustainability in the arts.

Does this sound like you?

Salary: £40,000 per annum
Location: Hybrid – Oxford, London & on tour
Contract: Full-time, 2-year fixed term
Deadline for applications: Monday 24 November, 12 midday

Download the application pack here

How to Apply

To apply for the role of Associate Artistic Director at Headlong, please send the following to jobs@headlong.co.uk using the subject line “Associate Artistic Director”:

• A supporting statement outlining why you want to work for Headlong and how you meet the person specification.
  This can be submitted in any format (written, video, audio, or presentation).

• Your CV

• Complete our anonymised Equal Opportunities Monitoring form, available here.

If you would like an informal conversation about the role, contact jobs@headlong.co.uk and we’ll connect you with the relevant person. These conversations will not influence the selection process.

Interviews

• First round interviews will take place online, week commencing 8 December 2025.

• Second round interviews will take place in person in our London office, week commencing 15 December 2025.

If you require any of this information in an alternative format, please contact jobs@headlong.co.uk or call 020 7633 2090.