Course Leader, MA Theatre Directing

Mountview trains students differently. One of the UK’s leading drama schools, we develop actors and practitioners who will become the future of the creative industries. Through innovative practice, new approaches to working and close relationships with industry, we cultivate graduates who are independent, generous and actively connected to the issues of the day.

The arts can enrich and change lives. We are passionate about dismantling barriers to the arts and engaging with communities in Peckham and beyond. Every year we share our space, expertise and resources, opening up access to the dramatic arts for all ages and abilities, while simultaneously learning from and collaborating with the vibrant cultural ecology on our doorstep.   

Today’s students join a constellation of graduates making their mark on the profession. Actors Grace Hodgett Young (Sunset Boulevard), Ben Joyce (Back to the Future), Louisa Harland (Derry Girls), Artistic Director Rachel Bagshaw (Unicorn Theatre), Musical Director Sean Green (Get Up, Stand Up!), Olivier Award-winning actor Giles Terera (Hamilton) and actor Eddie Marsan are just a few of our notable alumni.

COURSE LEADER, MA THEATRE DIRECTING

Mountview’s MA in Theatre Directing is an intensive, practical course, committed to developing the next wave of innovative theatre directors. The core principle of the MA is to develop the distinctive voice of each student director, and build the skills required to stage unique and challenging productions. Alongside teaching by top industry practitioners, students will be given the opportunity to gain experience through working with professional directors and to create their own work.

Mountview’s Theatre Directing students have gone on to work for the UK’s leading theatre companies, in the West End and on Broadway, and have a reputation for clarity, imaginative engagement and leadership.

The Course Leader, MA Theatre Directing, is a key member of Mountview’s academic team, responsible for the planning and delivery of the MA in Theatre Directing course. Reporting to the Heads of Postgraduate Training and working closely with Heads of other MA courses, as well as BA Performance and Production Arts disciplines, the post holder will ensure that students receive the highest possible levels of tuition, guidance and support, and that tuition is responsive to students’ individual development and the needs of the professional creative industries.

SALARY: Circa £41K per annum, pro rata, depending on experience

CONTRACT: Part time (0.6 FTE), fixed term to August 2025, with possibility of extension

CLOSING DATE: Thursday 7 March at 9am

Mountview is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applicants from under-represented backgrounds and value the positive impact that difference has on our institution.