Appetite is looking for our next Director!

One of the characters from Ancient Giants, can be seen interacting with an audience member, who is looking at it and smiling. The character towers above them. The scene is taken on a street with buildings in the background.

We’re looking for a Director to lead Appetite, our acclaimed Arts Council England Creative People and Places programme.

Our Appetite Director will oversee all aspects of the programme including planning, producing and leading the staff team.

As Director, you’ll provide the strategic and producing leadership to turn our community’s ideas into reality, working with artists, partners and local people to deliver bold projects. You’ll also be part of the New Vic Theatre’s Senior Leadership Team, helping shape the future of one of the UK’s most distinctive producing theatres.

Our ideal candidate will be an ambitious creative producer who is looking for their next leadership role. Someone who has experience of programming and producing and is excited by the idea of working closely with our local communities.

Deadline for receipt of applications is 12 noon on Friday 30 January 2026.

For further details, including a full job description and how to apply, please see the following recruitment pack: Appetite Director Recruitment Pack

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