Publications Manager

Publications Manager

The Marlowe Theatre Closing date: Sun, 24 May 2026

Artform: Theatre
Role: Marketing & Digital
Contract: Permanent
South East

Thu, 14 May 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

The Publications Manager will write, edit and co-ordinate the production of key publications and copy that promote the theatre’s work and support audience engagement.

Job Description

The Marlowe Trust is looking for a talented and organised Publications Manager to lead the creation and delivery of high-quality publications that champion our artistic programme, engage audiences and support organisational goals.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled writer and editor with excellent project management abilities to shape the voice and presentation of one of the UK's leading theatres.

As Publications Manager, you will write, edit and coordinate a wide range of publications and communications materials, including seasonal brochures, show programmes, annual reports, award submissions and other marketing outputs.

Working closely with colleagues across Marketing, Communications, Artistic Planning, Development and Design, you will ensure all publications are accurate, engaging, on-brand and delivered to deadline.

You will manage the full publication process from initial planning through to final sign-off, including sourcing imagery, coordinating feedback from stakeholders and overseeing version control and scheduling

The Marlowe Theatre is an inclusive and disability confident employer. We value difference and recruit by merit based on fair and open competition. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes them unique.

Closing Date 24 May 2026, 22:59

£33,683 per annum
37 hours per week

Job Requirements

A great communicator, particularly in written form
Organised with an eye for detail
A creative thinker and problem solver
Basic knowledge of the theatre industry
Good creative and editorial copywriting skills
Basic IT skills including use of Microsoft Word, Excel and
PowerPoint
Good written and verbal communication skills
Good project management and stakeholder management
skills
Good experience of writing copy for a professional
organisation
Good project management experience

Job Responsibilities

Write, edit and proofread high-quality copy for a range of key publications, including the seasonal brochure, show programmes, annual report and other marketing/communications outputs and organisational materials.
Source and manage imagery and visual assets for publications, liaising as required, and ensuring correct usage and crediting.
Coordinate the end-to-end publication process, including scheduling, version control and managing multiple deadlines to ensure timely delivery.
Circulate draft publications to internal and external stakeholders, collate and reconcile feedback, and make revisions as appropriate to achieve final sign-off.
Ensure accuracy, consistency and alignment of tone of voice, messaging and branding across all publications, in line with organisational guidelines.
Write and coordinate copy and imagery for awards submissions, ensuring deadlines are met and criteria are fully addressed.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Publications Manager
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Marketing & Digital
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Sun, 24 May 2026
  • Location:
    South East
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Job: Publications Manager

Job: Publications Manager

Organisation: The Marlowe Theatre

Postcode: CT1 2AS

How to Apply

Application form and CV through the Marlowe Theatre website