ETT are a UK based international touring company. We create theatre of outstanding quality,
imagination and ambition; work which interrogates and celebrates contemporary England and
reflects the diversity of our nation.
ETT is a limited company and a registered charity receiving significant funding from Arts Council
England and is a National Portfolio Organisation.
We believe in the power of creative collaboration, and work in partnership with visionary artists and
venues to create work on a variety of scales.
We believe that touring is a democratic and imaginative way to invite audiences to engage with the
world through storytelling. At the heart of our practice is a drive to entertain, engage, challenge and
inspire.
We believe in celebrating diversity by placing an examination of contemporary English identity at
the heart of everything we do.
Staging a balance of new and classic work, we make theatre that is imaginative, responsive and alive:
sparking dialogue and fostering connectivity.
We are proud to tour shows that reach the widest possible range of audiences across the UK and
beyond, engaging in a national and global conversation. We lead an inclusive and respectful culture.
We are based in London Waterloo; our premises comprise offices, audition rooms and rehearsal
studios. You can also find us on tour, across the UK and internationally, working with around 10
venue partners, in 25 towns and cities, reaching an average audience of 75,000 people every year.
In 2020/21 ETT had been due to produce 7 projects with 35 partner venues in the UK and
internationally which were all postponed or cancelled due to Covid-19. We have used this time to
develop our online offering to audiences and artists including the following projects:
The delayed 2019/20 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award production goes
ahead with Leicester Curve and Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse as co-producers in autumn
2021. The production will be directed by RTST award winner Anthony Almeida.
was reimagined and expanded to support three winners,
awarding each £2000, an audio production, and digital publication with Nick Hern Books. The
audio productions will then tour the UK in free listening stations, (including braille script
translations), so audiences everywhere can enjoy brilliant new writing in their local theatre.
written by Tonderai Munyevu and directed by John R.Wilkinson. York
Theatre Royal host a rescheduled run in September 2021 with plans to tour the show in association
with Alison Holder set for early 2022.
Adult Children, a short film made using 3D scanning techniques; a co-creation
between Ella Hickson, Sacha Wares and ScanLAB Projects. With spatialised sound by Gareth Fry,
original music by Adrian Lee, movement by Leon Baugh , costumes by Kinnetia Isidore and lighting
consultancy by Prema Mehta. Developed for the Donmar Warehouse by Trial & Error, Ella Hickson
and ScanLAB Projects from [Layer], an original podcast commission by ETT and Storyglass from our
Podcast series, “That Podcast”.
ETT’s very own travelling outdoor performance space. In 2021 it visited Newcastle
and Keswick providing a joyful and safe way to bring communities together in local public spaces
to celebrate some of the UK’s best national and local theatre makers, comedians and live
performers.
a magazine-style 12-part podcast series that tells the story of a nation and a world
in rapid transition. Made in partnership with Storyglass, it features some of the UK’s most exciting
writers, novelists and poets: Travis Alabanza, Christopher Brett Bailey, Jordan Brookes, Tim Crouch,
Eddie Doyle, David Edgar, Ella Hickson, Matilda Ibini, Sami Ibrahim, Shahid Iqbal Khan, Kimber Lee,
Eno Mfon, Hollie McNish, Dina Nayeri, Gary Owen, Muneera Pilgrim, Jack Rooke, Michael Rosen,
Stef Smith, Abbie Spallen, Athena Stevens, Testament and Alissa Anne Jeun Yi.
a new musical written by April De Angelis, composed by Lucy Rivers, directed by
Michael Oakley. A Royal and Derngate Northampton and China Plate co-production in partnership
with ETT. The show had a successful socially distanced run at Northampton from 17 July -31 July
2021 to excellent reviews.
a National Projection project, with the first iteration
being developed in Bristol by artists Nancy Medina and Chinonyerem Odimba. Supported by
Bristol and Bath Creative R&D the project, using outdoor projection mapping and innovative
technological tools, takes a deep dive into present imagined stories, and future possibilities of how
Black women exist, and are presented in Bristol.
5 short films showcasing 5 powerful voices from history. Created with
Amber James and Black Apron Entertainment.
features seven short stories written by Alissa Anne Jeun
Yi, Dipo Baruwa-Etti, Tim Crouch, Vivienne Franzmann, Matilda Ibini, Amy Jephta and Anthony
Neilson. During 2020, ETT asked 7 brilliant writers to tackle the strangeness of our nighttime
imaginings and twist the familiar form of bedtime stories.
co-conceived by ETT, the UK’s leading touring theatre companies united in autumn
2020 to present a nationwide project inspired by one of the original forms of theatre – storytelling
around a fire. Presented at a time when it is not possible to physically tour, 45North, Arcade,
Beyond Face, Big Telly, Boundless, Eastern Angles, English Touring Theatre, Fen in association with
Out of Joint, Fuel, Graeae, Headlong, Hightide, Kestrel Theatre Company, Kneehigh, Macha
Productions, National Youth Theatre of Great Britain, New Perspectives, Pentabus, Pilot, Paines
Plough, SBC Theatre, Scottish International Storytelling Festival, Slung Low, Spare Tyre, The Lord
Chamberlain’s Men and Yellow Earth Theatre, Signal Fires saw more than 40 touring companies
collaborate to deliver live and digital events.
a podcast made with Siana Bangura and Christina Nicole, spotlighting the
off-stage, behind the curtains roles that are the backbone of theatre.
an audio drama written in rapid response to the present moment, by Mike Bartlett. Part
of the nationwide Signal Fires storytelling event.
a development programme for writers, supported by the John Ellerman
Foundation, started in 2020, delivered online for 6 playwrights based across the UK.
a prototype immersive experience in partnership with Sacha Wares and the
National Theatre’s Immersive Storytelling Studio, funded by Digital Catapult and the Arts Council.
ETT is led by the Artistic Director who is accountable to the non-executive Board of Directors.
Chair of Royal Academy of Music
& the Royal Ballet
CEO Sheffield Theatres Trust
Co-founded Digital Theatre and
Digital Theatre Plus,
Executive Producer of Slam Films
Artist
Actor
Co-Director of Development, The Old Vic
Production Manager
Producer, Almeida Theatre
Productions Business Analyst,
Really Useful Group
Artistic Director
Executive Producer
General Manager
Creative Associate
Administration & Executive Assistant
Finance Officer (PT)
Head of Development
Assistant Producer
Head of Finance (PT)
Producer
Executive Producer
Assistant Producer (with the Executive Producer)
Full Time
In the range of £32,000 - £38,000 depending on experience (per annum)
ETT is seeking a thoughtful, dynamic, and creative Producer to work with the whole company on
planning and delivering our programme of work. The appointed Producer will be a key member
of staff within our small permanent team and will play a central role within ETT's national and
international touring operation and in the day to day running of the company.
The Producer will be tasked with ensuring that the artists, technicians, permanent staff, budgets,
schedules, partners, and ETT's audience are all seamlessly and productively inter-connected,
always with inclusivity and equity at the forefront.
They will work across the organisation in support of the artistic vision and financial and operational
aims developed by the Artistic Director, Richard Twyman and Executive Producer, Sophie Scull.
Subsequently, the role presents a real opportunity to work across a broad range of areas within
the company.
In the absence of the Artistic Director and Executive Producer the Producer must be able to
represent ETT and act as deputy for senior members of management on all production related
issues. The successful candidate will have the ability to respond to rapidly changing priorities across
all ETT productions, using their initiative to lead in situations where external guidance may be
limited and deadlines imminent.
ETT are a UK based international touring company. We create projects of outstanding quality,
imagination and ambition; work which interrogates and celebrates contemporary England and
reflects the diversity of our nation. We are excited to welcome someone new to our dynamic
team.
Playing a key part in programming discussions, reading scripts, suggesting ideas
and supporting in tracking ongoing programming conversations.
Working with the Executive Producer, secure and negotiate co-producing
arrangements, ensuring at all times the best possible outcome for the Company.
Support the Artistic Director and Executive Producer in the effective management
of co-producing partners.
Develop, manage and reconcile production budgets.
Draft and deliver all co-production deals in collaboration with the Executive
Producer.
Ensure strong, clear and consistent communication across the whole organisation
and management team, especially the freelance Production Manager and
Marketing teams, about the development of each project ensuring that each
person receives, on time, all of the information they require.
Consider all elements of production including the creative team, casting, budget
and, as appropriate, the co-production agreement.
Develop contacts nationally and internationally to increase the Company's profile
and create new opportunities.
Tour Booking: to be responsible in liaising with venues, securing financial deals &
delivering national tours of ETT’s work
Promote further life for productions as appropriate.
Anticipate and manage artistic needs within the constraints of schedules and
budgets.
Ensure strong, clear and consistent communication with all artists involved with
each production.
Negotiate, complete and issue rights agreements as required.
Negotiate, complete deals and issue contracts to creative teams, authors and
actors as required.
Work with the Production Manager and the Marketing team to ensure all aspects
of productions are delivered in line with contractual obligations.
Work with co-producers and venue partners to fulfill and continually develop the
Anti-Racism Touring Rider.
Oversee the production payrolls, supplying information and details to the
accounts department, checking invoices, establishing travel costs etc.
Oversee the accurate production of the company's printed tour programme/play
text and contribute to its overall design content and style.
Supervise the Assistant Producer in the booking and administration of all tour
Access events and performances.
Act as liaison between all elements of the touring production and the office.
Attend technical rehearsals previews, press nights and performances on tour.
Attend internal and external meetings as required and contribute to all aspects of
the operation.
Manage the Assistant Producer, with support from the Executive Producer.
Be responsible for keeping records of all tour box office data, providing accurate
data on tour targets, incomes, audience figures etc. keeping records and supplying
information for annual submissions to ACE and UK Theatre.
Support ETT in its ongoing fundraising efforts.
Represent the Company at events, conferences, meetings etc. as required.
Act as an ambassador for ETT by sharing the enthusiasm and passion the
organisation represents.
Keep abreast of developments in the theatre industry.
Help develop and implement the following policies and actions plans: Equality
and Inclusion, Prevention of Anti Black Discrimination, Health & Safety,
Environmental any other policies or plans that ETT may introduce in the future.
Support colleagues at all times and be prepared to take on any other reasonable
duty, as required, to ensure the organisation always performs at its best.
Take an active role in your continuing professional development, identifying
relevant training and opportunities.
Below is a list of the experience, skills and attributes that we’re looking for but we
know that not everyone can meet all of them. If you don’t think you have everything
on the list but know that you could make a real difference to ETT then we
encourage you to make an application.
We can offer support in any areas you feel less confident in.
Production and working with Creative Teams Contracting of Artists and Staff Proven ability to solve complex problems Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently Strong people management and team leadership skills Proven expertise in production budgeting and financial control Proven experience of scheduling and planning productions Excellent computer literacy Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Strong planning and diary management skills Up to date knowledge of and interest in the theatre industry Ability to work under pressure
Ability to manage multiple stakeholder relationships Attention to detail Commitment to achieving high standards with the resources available Commitment to equality of opportunity and staff development Flexible approach to working, including the ability to work unsocial hours
when necessary A passion & curiosity for culture
Tour booking, planning and management Co-production / collaboration with a variety of partners Writing co-production contracts and negotiating rights agreements An understanding of subsidised theatre and how it is funded An understanding of working within the terms of national union
agreements, in particular, UK Theatre, BECTU, Equity & Musicians' Union Awareness of Health & Safety practice and procedures
The Producer is a full-time position. All ETT staff are currently working from home due to Covid-19
but moving forwards, once circumstances allow, staff will need to be based at ETT’s office at 25
Short Street, London SE1 8LJ for at least part of their contracted hours.
The Salary is £32,000 - £38,000 gross p.a. dependent on experience
The usual office hours are 10.00 am – 6.00 pm Monday to Friday although some out of hours
work will be involved, particularly whilst attending shows on tour.
No overtime will be paid but we do operate a TOIL system.
Pension Plan: The Producer will be enrolled in ETT’s auto enrolment pension scheme. ETT
will match a contribution of up to 5% of the annual income to the pension plan.
Travel Card Loan Scheme: ETT provides an interest free travel loan scheme to which all
employees are eligible after successful completion of their probationary period.
Tickets for ETT shows.
Employees are entitled to 20 days holiday (pro rata) during each holiday year excluding bank
holidays. This entitlement increases with length of service.
One month during the three month probationary period; thereafter, three months in writing.
Monday 13th September at midday
w/c 20th September
w/c 27th September
ETT is committed to being a truly inclusive organisation and we welcome and encourage
applications from everyone regardless of their age, sex, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation,
gender identity, ethnicity, disability or nationality. Our staff team and Trustees are actively engaged
in equality, inclusion and anti-racism work.
We have a long term working relationship with a consultancy and think tank that
provides practical solutions for organisations in the creative industries in order to aid their success
in creating greater equity and representation for marginalised people and peripheral communities.
We are part of the a four-year programme of activities, training,
provocation and support led by Tonic designed to enhance our organisation’s work on increasing
opportunities for, and representation of, women over the course of the 2018 -2022 National
Portfolio cycle.
We also partner with (Parents and Carers in Performing Arts), who campaign to enable and
empower parents, carers and employers to achieve sustainable change in attitudes and practices
in order to attract, support and retain a more diverse and flexible workforce. We are always happy
to discuss solutions that allow people to balance their caring responsibilities with their working
lives.
A CV
A covering letter, no more than 2 sides of A4, outlining your interest in and
suitability for the role in line with the Responsibilities List and Person Specification.
The names and contact details of two referees who are able to comment on you
professionally. Please indicate how long and in what capacity your referees have
known you. Please note, referees will not be contacted without your permission.
A completed Equal Opportunities Form.
This form will be separated from your application documents before review.
If you would like to submit your cover letter & submission of interest in a non-
written format, please submit a video or voice recording (or link to one). Please
ensure these are no longer than 5/7 minutes.
Please email your completed application to [email protected] before
As ETT strives to be more sustainable, therefore we will not accept
applications made by post
More information about ETT can be found here: www.ett.org.uk. Please note interviews for this
role are likely to take place via video call.
ETT will send interviewees the names of the panel members in advance of the interview.
ETT will support any access requirements you may have during the recruitment process and
ensure that reasonable adjustments are in place.
If you would like to have an informal and confidential conversation about the role and the
company, with our Executive Producer, Sophie, then please email [email protected] to
arrange this.
Thanks in advance for your time and good luck!