Chief Puppeteer and Live Theatre Performance Coordinator

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Royal Shakespeare Company Full time

This role is offered initially as a fixed-term contract with the Royal Shakespeare Company until March 2026, commencing on or around 9 January 2025.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Chief Puppeteer and Live Theatre Performance Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate will have expertise in creating and maintaining puppets to the initial creative's design.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with puppeteers in live theatre performances

What We Offer

The Royal Shakespeare Company strives for excellence and values integrity, inclusion, ambition, and innovation. As a member of our team, you can expect a competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.

In addition to your salary, you will receive a range of benefits, including:

  • A comprehensive pension scheme
  • Generous holiday entitlement
  • Access to ongoing professional development opportunities

About the Royal Shakespeare Company

The Royal Shakespeare Company is one of the world's leading theatre companies, producing innovative and critically acclaimed productions of classical and contemporary plays. Our commitment to excellence and creativity has made us a benchmark for theatre production worldwide.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

  • Experience working with puppeteers in live theatre performance
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Contact Information

All applications should be made online through the Royal Shakespeare Company website.



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