Talent and New Work Producer

Main Duties

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.

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

Skills and Experience Required

Person Specification

Personal Qualities
• Self-disciplined, organised and self-motivated
• Ability to work in a team, contributing ideas, supporting other team members
• Taking on a lead role on projects as required, galvanising teams and providing clear instructions and budgets for them to work from
• Adaptable and receptive to new ideas and initiatives
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines
• Creative flair
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to listen, build rapport and communicate with people at all levels
• A strong team player and collaborator, who will work positively, supportively and in partnership with others
• An analyst who can identify individual issues whilst always being aware of the big picture
• Passion for theatre and new writing

Professional Competencies
Essential
• Experience or knowledge of artists in the Essex and North Kent region
• Track record of working with emerging and established artists
• Track record of developing, delivering small scale production
• Ability to manage freelance artists and practitioners
• A strong understanding of and commitment to equality and diversity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to create and present reports
• Excellent IT skills, including experience of using Microsoft Office software
• Ability to establish and manage budgets with a track record of meeting financial targets
• Proven networking skills, demonstrating the development of good partnerships with other individuals and organisations
• A strong understanding of contemporary performing arts
• Ability to think creatively and anticipate, negotiate and solve problems to ensure the successful completion of projects.
• Strong awareness of issues relating to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
• Awareness of Health & Safety practice and procedures.

Desirable
• Experience of using Artifax
• Experience of dramaturgy
• Full clean driving license
• Experience of liaising with fundraising and development teams
• Experience of contributing to funding applications

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.