National Theatre
Head of Production and Content
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Head of Production and Content
We are looking for a Head of Production and Content to join the National Theatre Digital Team on a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover).
Role Overview
The Head of Production & Content is responsible for leading on the development, production, and delivery of the NT's original digital content, from stage captures to original content series. They lead a unified team of Production Staff, Editors, Producers, and Post-Production specialists in delivering content across the NT’s digital products (NT Live, NT at Home, NT Collection, and YouTube) as well as third-party broadcasters.
They are responsible for continually optimising and evolving production processes for content creation, and harnessing innovation and creativity to create world-leading filmed theatre. They ensure the Production & Content team is fully integrated and aligned to support organisation-wide business objectives.
As a key senior leader, they work collaboratively with the Executive team and stakeholders across the organisation to shape new digital opportunities, extend the reach and impact of the NT’s work, and provide strategic oversight of external filming and content partnerships associated with the National Theatre.
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Key Responsibilities
- Leading on the development, production, and delivery of the NT's original digital content
- Leading a unified team of Production Staff, Editors, Producers, and Post-Production specialists
- Delivering content across the NT’s digital products and third-party broadcasters
- Continually optimising and evolving production processes for content creation
- Harnessing innovation and creativity to create world-leading filmed theatre
- Ensuring the Production & Content team is fully integrated and aligned
- Collaborating with the Executive team and stakeholders across the organisation
- Shaping new digital opportunities
- Extending the reach and impact of the NT’s work
- Providing strategic oversight of external filming and content partnerships
Requirements
- Significant proven prior experience in a senior position leading a Production and/or Content team delivering content for theatrical, home entertainment, or education markets
- Understanding of live broadcast workflows and experience of innovating processes within this field in relation to camera and sound technology
- Established and successful track record delivering complex digital content ensuring value for money is maximised and projects are delivered on time
- Proven experience and understanding of the creative industries, in particular theatre industry, and key players in the creative community
- Substantial experience of leading cross-functional teams, with a track record of managing and motivating teams in a fast-paced environment, supporting their professional development, and ensuring a collaborative and supportive workplace
- Extensive experience setting, managing, and analysing budgets to ensure effective management of resources, both financial and personnel
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Deadline
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 17th August 2026 at 12 noon.
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