Artistic Director

The Artistic Director is a key strategic role in the leadership of Hackney Empire. The Artistic Director will drive the creative and artistic vision to ensure a strong and dynamic programme of produced, co-produced and presented work that is inclusive and diverse; a programme that engages with and builds audiences and strengthens relationships with communities.

The Artistic Director is central to the strategic delivery of Hackney Empire's Learning and Participation department, and ensuring its importance, prominence and profile within the organisation and the wider sector. With the Executive Director, they are responsible for shaping the organisation's Vision, Mission and Values to ensure the development of the theatre and its role in society, engendering a culture of well-being and contributing positively to the wider cultural industries.

Hackney Empire are looking for someone who will play a pivotal role in the vibrant and varied programme that Hackney Empire is known for and they are open to a broad range of proposals as to how this might be realised, depending on the skills and vision that you bring and how you demonstrate your approach to cultural leadership in whatever form that takes. They are looking for ideas and projects of significance and ambition, regardless of scale - creating or producing work that is directly informed and relevant to their communities and their audiences.

Hackney Empire are looking for someone who can build alliances, strengthen partnerships and inspire creativity from all our varied stakeholders. They expect the post holder to bring passion and drive, underpinned by exceptional communication skills and experience of working with diverse communities.