Appetite is looking for our new Director!
We’re looking for a Director to lead Appetite, our acclaimed Arts Council England Creative People and Places programme. Appetite is an innovative model that empowers residents of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme to shape the creative activities they want to see in their communities and brings those ideas to life.
As Director, you’ll provide the strategic and producing leadership to turn these 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.
This role calls for a leader deeply rooted and actively engaged with the communities of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme, with the vision and producing expertise to guide a nationally recognised programme that shows how culture, creativity and community can thrive together.
Deadline for receipt of applications is 12 noon on Monday 17 November 2025.
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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