Producer

Salary & Band: £33,000-£36,000 depending on experience ​

Department: Producing and Co-Creation​

Hours: Full-Time​

Line Manager: Director of Producing and Co-Creation​

Reporting to: Artistic Director, CEO​

Reports from: Assistant Producer, Programme Co-ordinator ​​

PURPOSE OF ROLE:​

To lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of the Belgrade Theatre’s home produced and co-produced work, ensuring productions are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard. This role works closely with the Artistic Director and wider team, overseeing all logistical, contractual, and administrative aspects of production in line with the Belgrade’s co-creation model. The successful candidate will bring strong project management skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to ensure smooth delivery across multiple departments and partners.​

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WHAT YOU WILL DO:​

Producing​

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of the Belgrade Theatre’s home produced and co-produced productions, including:​
• Developing and managing detailed production schedules and timelines across internal departments and external partners.​
• Creating, managing, and reporting on production budgets, ensuring financial accuracy and control.​
• Negotiating and issuing contracts for casts and creative teams, including writers, directors, actors, and musicians.​
• Securing rights agreements and ensuring compliance with contractual terms.​
• Coordinating rehearsals, meetings, and performances both at the Belgrade and external venues.​
• Overseeing day-to-day logistics, including travel and accommodation, with support from Assistant Producers.​
• Supporting the welfare, access, and integration of casts and creative teams into the organisation.​
• Ensuring access requirements for performances are delivered in line with organisational practices.​
• Act as the main point of contact for all producing-related union agreements (e.g. Equity, MU, BECTU).​
• Support with the producing processes for participatory projects that have shown elements to ensure consistent process.

Administration ​

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with GDPR and internal systems.​
• Ensure all administrative processes related to productions are followed effectively.​
• Prepare and submit reports to co-producers, partners, and funders as required.​

Financial Oversight Management​

• Manage all financial aspects of production, including processing invoices, managing timesheets, and liaising with the finance team.​
• Monitor income and expenditure to ensure production costs are accurately reflected in management accounts.​
• Accurately capture all production details to support Finance Team Maximise eligible claims through Theatre Tax Relief claims and support accurate financial reporting.​

Cross-Team Communication​

• Act as a key liaison between departments to ensure smooth delivery of all produced and co-produced work.​
• Attend and contribute to internal and external meetings to troubleshoot, update, and support the wider programme.​
• Improve and implement systems and processes within the producing function where appropriate.​

General Responsibilities​

• Represent the Belgrade Theatre professionally at internal and external events.​
• Support programming activity across produced and presented work as needed.​
• Work within all Theatre policies including Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding, and Health & Safety.​
• Uphold the Belgrade Theatre’s values of inclusion, collaboration, evolution, and authenticity.​
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required to support the organisation’s work and values

Person Specification​

Essential Skills & Experience​

• Significant experience in producing or line-producing professional theatre productions.​
• Proven experience in producing or line-producing professional theatre productions.​
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple productions, timelines, and budgets simultaneously.​
• Demonstrated experience of budget creation, financial tracking, and cost reporting.​
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with a methodical and proactive approach.​
• Ability to lead on contract negotiation and rights agreements with artists, agents, and co-producing partners.​
• Experience working within union agreements (e.g. Equity, MU, BECTU) and applying them to contracting and production planning.​
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise effectively across departments and external stakeholders.​
• Experience in managing production logistics, including travel, accommodation, and scheduling.​
• Ability to respond calmly and flexibly to the challenges of a fast-paced production environment.​
• A collaborative, collaborative approach with a strong understanding of artist and company welfare.​
• A commitment to inclusivity, accessibility, and the Belgrade’s co-creation model.​
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Desirable Skills & Experience​

• Experience working in a producing theatre or touring environment.​
• Familiarity with Theatre Tax Relief processes and working with funders.​
• Experience supporting or line-managing junior members of a producing or production team.​
• Knowledge of GDPR, Safeguarding, and Health & Safety as they apply to creative projects.​
• Understanding of access performance requirements and inclusive practice in theatre.

How to Apply ​

 Please send your CV and a short cover letter to recruitment@belgrade.co.uk​

with ‘Producer’ in the subject line. ​

 In your cover letter, tell us: ​

• Why you’re interested in working at the Belgrade Theatre? ​
• How your experience and skills make you a great fit for this role?

If you are applying through the Disability Confident Scheme, please reference that in your cover letter or application, and also complete the disability confident survey via this link: Disability Confident Survey.

Our Commitment to Equality ​​

The Belgrade Theatre is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive environment for everyone. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences—including but not limited to individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, faiths or beliefs, disabilities, and neurodiverse conditions. ​

We believe that a diverse workforce enriches our creative community and strengthens our connection to the audiences we serve. Our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to ensure that all employees and applicants feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their full selves to work. ​

If you require any adjustments, accommodations, or assistance at any stage of the recruitment or application process, please do not hesitate to contact us at recruitment@belgrade.co.uk​

with the subject line ‘Application Assistance’. We will work with you to provide the support you need to make your application journey as accessible and comfortable as possible. ​

At the Belgrade Theatre, we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone has equal opportunity to thrive and contribute to telling powerful, diverse stories that reflect our vibrant community. ​

Let’s welcome, connect, and inspire together. ​

Apply now and become part of the Belgrade Theatre