Theatre Officer

We are looking for a full time (35 hours per week) Theatre Officer to join us and support Creative Scotland's work in the context of our Strategic Plan and our Annual Plan. They will be an active member of the Theatre team to assess and make recommendations on a range of funding applications and specialist projects. The successful candidate will also be expected to lead on several different projects and support the wider work of the Theatre Team across a variety of different programmes particularly the Open Fund and the Touring Fund and be confident in representing Creative Scotland in stakeholder meetings and further public forums. 

The person appointed will work closely with cultural organisations and other key stakeholders to support the delivery of our work.

Our ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience and knowledge of the theatre sector primarily in Scotland, but also in the UK and internationally. Our work in providing support and funding ranges from building based organisations, producers of large/mid/small scale classic performance (including adaptations), visual theatre and physical performance and to the growing number of independent artists, practitioners, producers, and organisations working in cross/multi-disciplinary and contemporary performance.

Knowledge of the development, production (including finance), presentation, touring and audience development of this type of work will be important.

Candidates should also have strong administration / project and resource management skills and be able to demonstrate experience in carrying out detailed assessments of proposals and producing clear reports and recommendations.

Experience and understanding of the arts and creative industries in Scotland, combined with strong interpersonal skills, is essential.

Experience of managing evaluation and monitoring processes is desirable but not essential as is the ability to develop and establish partnerships both at home and abroad and demonstrate commitment to our core values.

Closing date for receipt of completed application forms is Monday 19th May 2025 at 5pm.

Interviews will be held in Edinburgh on Tuesday 3rd June 2025.

If selected for interview you will be expected to be available on this date. 

If you require an application form in another format, please email recruitment@creativescotland.com  

It is essential that all applicants have eligibility to work in the UK.

Creative Scotland is an equal opportunities employer.