Trainee Producer

  • Contract
  • UK-wide

Dante or Die Theatre


Job Summary

Dante or Die is looking for a Trainee Producer to join our InSites Training Programme. This position is for an early-career Producer. The Trainee Producer will join our team for our upcoming site-based theatre tour. The ideal candidate will be early in their career and passionate about theatre.

Job Description

Role: Trainee Producer

Duration: 14 weeks made up of 4 weeks pre production, 2 weeks rehearsals, 7 week run & 1 week debrief

Fee: £7,700 (14 weeks @ £550 per week)

Starting Date: November 2026

We adhere to ITC rules regarding working hours on productions – daily schedules will change between pre-production (where it will usually be 10am – 6pm) and when the production is live – so as to accommodate performance times.

Legacy Meetings: Following the end of your contract you will have access to three legacy one to one follow up meetings with your line manager available across April-August 2027

Reporting To: Katherine Woodward Dante or Die’s Executive Producer with additional management from the Project Producer

Location: We have a base in Central London that we operate from but support working from home arrangements during non-rehearsal/production periods. The role will require travelling nationally to support the production’s tour.

Benefits:

Travel Allowance: An allowance of £40 per day towards train fare for days in London is offered. Travel will be fully covered for work required in Brighton, Edinburgh and Plymouth as part of the tour.

Accommodation: Will be provided when working on the show outside of London

Per Diems / Expenses Allowance: When overnight accommodation is required the company will pay £25 per day to be used towards meals.

Application Deadline 5pm 23.10.26

Job Requirements

Person Specification:

Essential:
An interest in creating and producing site-specific work
Excellent communication skills
Good time management
Excellent organisational skills
Team player

Desirable:
Interest in & passion for Dante or Die’s work
Experience of touring theatre shows
Ability to remain calm under pressure and problem solve

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Trainee Producer
  • Salary: £25k-£30k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Fri, 23 Oct 2026

  • Location:

    UK-wide

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