Job Description

Mission:
Creating equitable access to the industry is a core Donmar value. CATALYST is a professional development programme for those who have been historically underrepresented at the Donmar and within the sector. The programme provides key professional development for artists to catapult their careers to the next level, preparing them to thrive and lead in the theatre sector.
We are particularly interested in supporting artists who identify as being a part of the global majority, trans, non-binary, D/deaf or disabled, neurodivergent or from a lower socio-economic background.

About the role:
As a part of the Donmar’s CATALYST professional development training programme, the role is an opportunity for outstanding, early-career artists to receive bespoke training, both practical and observational, by assisting the Designer to realise the lighting design for a Donmar production. The goal is to gain insight into a high-level production process while developing and strengthening your skills and artistic voice.

About this production:
As this play explores an emotional subject matter, it is important that candidates be emotionally intelligent and have the ability to confidently navigate a sensitive room.

Terms:
Fixed Term Freelance Contract, 23 days between 9 March- 29th April 2026 at £135 per day (8 hours with a lunch break is a full working day).

Apply via careers.donmarwarehouse.com