We’re recruiting a Resident Assistant Director!
(APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED)
The Gate Theatre is seeking to recruit a Resident Assistant Director.
The Resident Assistant Director role is a one-year fixed term post for early career directors who want to focus on their craft, learn from more senior directors, experience how a producing theatre is run and contribute to the day to day running of the Gate. This role is a vital part of the artistic team of the Gate.
Deadline extended to Thursday 5th January 2023
Recruitment Notification
Resident Director – 2022 December
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Working as an assistant director on most Gate productions throughout the year which
includes:
- Any research requested by the director pre-rehearsal
- Supporting the director and stage management in running rehearsals
- Supporting the rehearsal room process in general
- Noting the production weekly when the show is up and when instructed by the
director - Attending post show and engagement events
Working with the engagement team which includes:
- Delivering workshops when necessary
Working on the Gate production pipeline which includes:
- Reading commissioned scripts
- Arranging and attending regular script reader meetings
- Sharing thoughts and trends with artistic team
- Contributing to conversations about the development of new work
General
- Being a conduit between the rehearsal room and the leadership team
COMPETENCIES
- Communication and Relationships: Strong working relationships improve collaboration and
productivity while building and fostering an inclusive work environment within the Gate - People Management: People are the Gates key asset; collaborative team management will
supports the Gate in achieving its artistic vision. - Objective Delivery: Ability to deliver on production requirements within deadlines
- Agility and Flexibility: Comfortable working within an evolving space which develops and
grows from production to production