Theatre Co-ordinator Graduate Intern

Deadline: Monday 21 April 23:59

Salary: Grade 3 (£23,751)

Full-time; Fixed term; 35hrs/wk

Interview date: Monday 28 or Tuesday 29 April

Start date: 1 August 2025

Overview

This is an exciting one-year opportunity for a final year student or recent graduate of Durham University. The post-holder will work within the Student Enrichment Directorate to facilitate student theatre groups across all genres, at both pan-university and college level.

Working closely with colleagues and student leaders, the post-holder will assist in the development of a thriving musical community at Durham, enhancing its profile to internal and external stakeholders whilst increasing participation and excellence across all levels.

The post-holder will receive continued professional development in arts management from Dr Nicola Candlish (Senior Manager of Performing Arts) and Lewis Wilkinson (Manager of Performing Arts), to pursue a career in the arts.

Roles and Duties

Theatre Company Development

  • Facilitate and develop the activities of students with an interest in theatre, including the Student Theatre companies.

  • Work with student theatre companies to provide activities and opportunities that meet the diverse needs and interests of students.

  • Support student leaders in administrative tasks, including financial management, to facilitate rehearsals and performances.

  • Administering various forms of financial support for theatre companies.

  • Ensure student theatre upholds the highest possible standards of equality, diversity and inclusion to create a culture of participation, empowerment and personal development that is accessible to everyone.

Rehearsal and Practice Facilities

  • Help ensure rehearsal and practice facilities are maintained to high standards and are used by student groups equitably to create a positive student experience for all.

  • Monitor and report on the use of equipment, including technical equipment, set pieces, properties and costumes.

Audience Development

  • Work with student organisations and individuals to promote events both internally and externally.

  • Work with business partners in the Advancement, Marketing and Communications Directorate to promote events as widely as possible.

  • Fulfil front of house duties such as box office and ushering where appropriate.

  • Co-ordinate and deliver community projects in conjunction with other areas of the Student Enrichment Directorate, including the Student Volunteering and Outreach unit.

  • Maintain excellent relationships with community partners, including charities, education institutions and arts organisations.

Essential Criteria

  • Current final year student or recent graduate of Durham University.

  • Passion for theatre.

  • Exemplary communication skills, including face-to-face and written communication.

  • Strong ICT skills.

Desirable Criteria

  • Knowledge and experience of facilitating theatre across several genres.

  • Knowledge of audience development and marketing.

  • Enthusiasm for increasing engagement, participation, and excellence across a broad range of projects.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email theatre.coordinator@durham.ac.uk

To apply, please email lewis.wilkinson@durham.ac.uk, attaching both a CV and covering letter detailing your suitability and enthusiasm for the role. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.