we are seeking a highly experienced and imaginative head of programming to lead the creative direction and content strategy of the venue. this individual will be responsible for devising and delivering a bold, inclusive, and commercially viable year-round programme, supported by a small team of bookers.

the role will report directly to the founder, offering the successful candidate the chance to work closely with the visionary behind the project and contribute to its growth and long-term positioning.

key responsibilities

creative & strategic leadership:

develop and deliver a cohesive, cross-genre programming strategy that spans multi-experiential theatre, cinema, live performance, talks, literature, music, and special events.

shape the venue’s creative voice and public offer, ensuring a strong cultural identity that attracts diverse audiences.

plan and maintain a dynamic programme calendar aligned with organisational and audience development goals.

team management & collaboration

lead, mentor, and inspire a small team of bookers and curators.

collaborate with marketing, production, and operations teams to ensure smooth execution and audience engagement.

act as a key liaison between the programming team and the founder.

partnerships & industry relationships

build and maintain strong relationships with agents, distributors, publishers, labels, festivals, artists, and cultural organisations.

identify commissioning, co-production, and partnership opportunities to enhance the venue’s profile and output.

financial & commercial oversight

contribute to programming budgets and revenue planning.

track event performance and ensure programming meets audience and income targets while allowing creative risk-taking.

ideal candidate profile

significant experience leading programming/curation for a high-profile or large-scale cultural venue.

deep understanding of and networks across film, theatre, live performance, music, and publishing sectors.

demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing creative teams.

commercially astute with the ability to balance cultural ambition with audience and revenue goals.

excellent project management, interpersonal, and communication skills.

confident working closely with senior leadership, including founders or directors.

additional information

central london-based venue.

unique opportunity to help shape the cultural programme of a major new event location from the ground up.