Business Producer (F/M/D)
Theater Utrecht is looking for a passionate executive producer to join our team and management. As a company producer, you’ll serve as the connecting link between our creators, our team, and the outside world. You’re a master producer, read Excel as easily as you read the newspaper, and want to further apply your skills as an inclusive and unifying leader to a dynamic organization where quality and challenging the status quo are the norm.
About Theater Utrecht
Theater Utrecht is Utrecht’s municipal theater company. We view theater as a space to create room for new and diverse perspectives. We do not present a single face to the public, but under the leadership of General and Creative Director Anne Breure, we feature multiple voices through our resident artists. Starting with the new arts plan, these resident artists are Carolina Bianchi, Casper Vandeputte, Cherish Menzo, Floor Houwink ten Cate, Jaha Koo, and Naomi Velissariou. What all these artists have in common is that they make the personal political and move society with their work. Starting from personal engagement, all the in-house creators produce performances that move across disciplines and always seek the right form for the specific project. In this way, we move from theater or concert to dance performance to documentary and debate, or a mix thereof. We bring groundbreaking performances to the theaters and challenge the main stage.About the commercial producer
As a production manager, you are responsible for overseeing production processes and ensuring that business agreements are met. You are part of the management team, which also supports the creative director in building the company’s external visibility. You take the lead in keeping our organization running smoothly and are involved in strategic decision-making.As a business producer, your role is to guide the organization toward a production model that aligns with our new direction, while being unafraid to explore new paths and make tough decisions. You will be responsible for ensuring that our creators’ projects run smoothly and for effectively monitoring their financial progress.
You enjoy coming up with creative solutions to complex challenges. You’re a good listener, know how to keep your team and key stakeholders engaged, and are also able to provide direction. You’re not afraid to voice your opinion and make decisions. Juggling multiple tasks at once keeps you sharp, and you’re skilled at making connections and tying up loose ends. You’re a builder and a connector.
In short, we are looking for someone who:
- Has experience in a similar role or may be looking to advance.
- Is enthusiastic and has new ideas.
- Has strong communication and organizational skills.
- Creative, proactive, and flexible when dealing with change.
- A team player with leadership experience who is well-equipped to manage diverse teams.
- can represent the organization externally.
- Has a strong financial background and understands what manufacturing entails.
- Has an affinity for and a network within the cultural sector.
- Able to work independently, with a strong sense of responsibility.
- Preferably has an affinity for the city of Utrecht and its cultural vibrancy.
What we offer:
- A challenging position with a leading urban theater company known for its diversity and inclusivity
- The opportunity to play a key role in building our company and team by contributing your creativity and initiative
- Salary in accordance with the Theater and Dance Collective Bargaining Agreement, in pay scale X, depending on experience (€4,462–€6,002 gross based on full-time employment)
- Attractive benefits, such as group lunches, a company-provided Podium Pass, opportunities for professional development and training, and the option to work in a hybrid model, including a work-from-home allowance.
Interested?
Theater Utrecht is working with the executive search firm Colourful People to fill this position. For more information about the role or the application process, please contact Jantien Plooij, a partner at Colourful People (06-17703534) or j.plooij@colourfulpeople.nlYou can express your interest by uploading your cover letter and resume (in PDF format) by April 14, 2024, using the “Apply” button at the bottom of this page. Once your application has been successfully uploaded, you will receive a confirmation email. Didn’t receive it? Please contact Jantien. Rest assured that your information will be treated confidentially.
