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).

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 You Tube) 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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Company:
National Theatre Salary: £75,000

Hours:

Full-time

Location:

London, SE1 9PX
Working pattern:
Hybrid - 2 days remote Job type:
Contract Posting date: 6 Aug 2026 Closing date: 17 Aug 2026

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).

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 You Tube) 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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.