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Production Assistant, Mercury Theatre

  •  East
  •  Â£25k-30k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes September 16, 2026
  •  Recruitment Team
  •  recruitment@mercurytheatre.co.uk
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

We are looking for a Production Assistant who is excited about being part of an established team who produce outstanding shows and create a welcoming environment for in-house and visiting creative teams and cast members.

Job Description

We are one of the most ambitious producing houses in the East, we pride ourselves on the high-quality, relevant and inclusive nature of all our work. We have an ambitious programme of productions and activities with our local community, schools and creative talent in the region. The Mercury's artistic programme aims to connect our audiences with a wide range of work across all genres on both our stages in Colchester and on tour in the UK.

To find out more download the Candidate Pack.

If you like being part of a friendly, creative team in a building where amazing things happen, come join #TeamMercury!

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How to Apply

To apply for this post, please send

• a letter of no more than 2 sides of A4, explaining what attracts you to this position, and evidence of your ability to meet the job description and person specification. If you prefer, you can instead upload a 5-minute video response. Instructions will be sent to you once you submit your application.
• Your CV
• Names and contact details for two employment/professional referees, however, we shall not take up references until after the interviews.

Applications should be submitted by 10:00am on Wednesday 16 September 2026. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 29 September 2026.

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