Project Manager (Freelance) for an R&D of a new play

Project Manager (Freelance) for an R&D of a new play

Justina Gomez Molla Closing date: Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Artform: Theatre
Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
Contract: Temporary
London
  • Full time
  • £30k-£40k

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Company: Independent Artist with support of the ACE National Lottery Grant Location: Remote Fee: £1,000 (5 days at £200 per day) Contract: Freelance, 5 days between November and June (Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the role may close early).

Job Description

About the project:
Justina is a London based actress and writer who is developing a Research & Development theatre project supported using public funding by Arts Council England through the National Lottery. It will culminate in a community sharing in June 2027 where we will present work in progress to local audiences.

About the role:
We are looking for a freelance Project Manager to support the R&D from planning to delivery. You will work closely with Justina, the writer and artist lead, to keep the project on track, organised and welcoming for everyone involved. This is a collaborative project with different artists and cultural organizations involved. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management within the arts and entertainment industry, administrative skills, and a passion for contemporary and interdisciplinary theatre. This role requires a close collaboration with the lead artist, production team and key stakeholders and partners.

Job Requirements

- Experience managing or coordinating arts, community or theatre projects.
- Experience managing budgets and monitoring project expenses.
- Good organisation, coordination and communication skills.
- Confidence working with contracts and admin.
- Confidence managing contracts, schedules and project milestones.
- Experience of, or a real interest in, community engagement in East London.
- Ability to work independently and to deadlines.
- Desirable: knowledge of Tower Hamlets or East London communities, experience with grant-funded projects, evaluation experience.

Job Responsibilities

- Support recruitment, including setting up and helping run auditions or interviews for actors.
- Manage actor contracts and paperwork.
- Prepare the show pack after the sharing Produce a show pack in support of the future life of the project.
- Keeping track of access needs across collaborators/participants.
- Plan and coordinate the community sharing in June, including outreach to local residents and community groups in Tower Hamlets and East London.
- Support project evaluation, including gathering feedback from participants, artists and audiences, and contributing to the final report.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Project Manager (Freelance) for an R&D of a new play
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Mon, 30 Nov 2026
  • Location:
    London

How to Apply

Please send a CV and a brief cover letter (max 1 page, or a 2-minute audio or video if you prefer) telling us why you’re interested and what relevant experience you have with the subject line: PM call out. Please send before 30/11/2026 at 5pm

We welcome applications from everyone, particularly people from under-represented backgrounds in the arts. We are happy to discuss access needs and will consider flexible working. If you would like to talk about the role before applying, get in touch with us.

Send to: [email protected]
Interviews: on Zoom