Theatre Director

Storyhouse is seeking a Theatre Director to work with the Storyhouse Young Company on their 2025 production on a freelance basis. We are looking for a bold creative with innovative ideas to take ownership of this project and put their stamp on this production.

• Research and select a suitable text for SYC (ages 18-25 and between 12-16 members with a range of experience).
• Plan and deliver engaging rehearsals that are fun, challenging, and creative, utilizing relevant acting techniques and practices that enrich the actor's learning experience.
• Work with the Children & Young People Programme Manager and Assistant Producer to bring the show to life.
• Work with the Pastoral Support Lead to identify any young people who may benefit from further support.
• Ensure that SYC is accessible for a range of young people with diverse skills and experience from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ensure that Storyhouse safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to and upheld.
• Identify progression routes for young people following on from the course, this may include our Trainee Actor Programme or opportunities elsewhere.
• Act in accordance with Storyhouse's policies and procedures, and undertake any training as required by Storyhouse.

• Experience directing mid- and small-scale productions with young people.
• Experience facilitating sessions with young people.
• Experience collaborating with other creatives.
• Experience motivating and supporting young people.
• Experience working with a diverse range of young people and supporting any access requirements.
• A passion for working with young people from a range of backgrounds and with a breadth of needs, experiences, and abilities.
• Ability to work as a team, in collaboration with both staff and young people.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• Passionate about creating opportunities for young people to thrive.
• Awareness of the issues affecting young people's lives.