Welsh National Opera
Job: Senior Producer
Job: Senior Producer
Organisation: Welsh National Opera
Postcode: CF10 5AL
- Job Title: Senior Producer
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours:
Full time - Role: Creative
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Wed, 20 May 2026
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Location:
Wales
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Job Summary
Job Description
Building the Opera Company of the future.
We are at a defining moment in our history. Welsh National Opera Cenedlaethol Cymru was born in the post-war spirit of democracy, fuelled by a national passion for human connection through song. In our 80th anniversary year, we are reimagining the company as a contemporary opera organisation, fit for the 21st century, rooted in Wales yet ambitious on the international stage.
We want to redefine what opera can be today, positioning WNO as a pioneering, brave and joyful force in the UK’s live arts ecology. We aim to champion diversity on stage and in our audiences, proving that opera is the dynamic art form of our time.
In this next chapter, we are seeking an exceptional Senior Producer to play a central role in supporting and delivering WNO’s core programme under the new artistic vision. Working closely with the Executive Producer and across the company, the Senior Producer will manage the planning and delivery of ambitious productions and projects that engage audiences across Wales, the UK and beyond. This is a key managerial role, combining creative insight with operational expertise to ensure our work is bold, inclusive and delivered to the highest standard.
You will bring a passion for opera and live performance, alongside the practical and strategic expertise to realise complex productions. You will thrive in a collaborative environment, building strong relationships with artists, partners and colleagues, and contributing to a culture that is inventive, open and forward-looking.
With the right team alongside us, we believe this is possible.
Closing Date and Time: 20 May 2026 23:59
Job Requirements
Essential Criteria
Significant experience producing large-scale performing arts productions, ideally within opera, music theatre or complex touring work.
Proven ability to manage multiple productions simultaneously, delivering to high artistic standards, on time and within budget.
Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, monitoring and reporting.
Extensive experience negotiating and managing contracts, co-productions and partnerships.
Excellent communication and relationship-management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across artistic, technical and administrative teams.
Experience of touring productions and working with multiple venues and partners.
Strong organisational and planning skills, with high attention to detail, demonstrating initiative and a solutions-focussed approach.
Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and sustainability in professional practice.
Our full Job Description can be found on our website.
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