Young Company Trainee Director

YOUNG COMPANY TRAINEE DIRECTOR

We are looking for an emerging theatre director to join the Engagement department as Young Company Trainee Director in a fixed term role.

We welcome applicants from Bristol and the surrounding areas, and those from underrepresented backgrounds in the arts sector, especially from the global majority.

ABOUT THE ENGAGEMENT DEPARTMENT AND YOUNG COMPANY                   

Bristol Old Vic's Engagement department encompasses Young Company; one of the largest regional youth theatres in the UK, work with community groups and schools, training projects for young artists across the South West and co-created heritage projects.

Young Company is home to over 300 young people aged 3-25 from across the South West who take part in an ongoing programme of weekly sessions, theatre masterclasses, community projects and full-scale performances.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

A focus on creative delivery over the yearlong residency - The Trainee Director will deliver Bristol Old Vic Young Company classes and direct at least one Young Company production. The trainee director will ensure that there is a continued high artistic standard within the department.

INTERVIEWS

First Interview dates: Week commencing 19th October 2026 at Bristol Old Vic Theatre

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to deliver a 30-minute session with Young Company members week commencing 26th October 2026 at Bristol Old Vic Theatre

For more information and to apply: 

Please download the full Job Pack below. Please apply by completing our online application form: Young Company Director 27/28 Application form

Please also complete our online Equality, Diversity & Inclusion form: Young Company Director EDI form 

No agencies please.

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The post holder must share Bristol Old Vic’s commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and welcome.