Talent and Producer

The Mercury is looking for a Talent and New Work Producer
. The successful candidate will work closely with our Artistic Director and Senior Producer to deliver the Mercury’s ambitious and exciting talent development and new work programme.

As one of the most ambitious producing houses in the East, we pride ourselves on the high-quality, relevant and inclusive nature of all of our work. The Mercury’s talent development programme, Mercury Creatives, delivers inspiring opportunities for experienced and emerging artists. Be part of the journey for some of the most exciting new talent in the sector. The studio presents an eclectic mix of new writing and visiting work including the UK Theatre Award 2025 for Best New Play Flumps by Emma Jo Pallet and the adaptation of Dermot O’Leary’s Toto the Ninja Cat which goes on a national tour this Spring.

For further details about the role, download the candidate pack. To apply for this post, please submit a letter of no more than 2 sides of A4 or 4 minutes of video, explaining what attracts you to this position, and evidence of your ability to meet the job description and person specification.

Applications should be submitted by 10:00am on Tuesday, 10 March 2026
. First round interviews will take place on Wednesday, 18 March 2026.

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