Summary
As a part of the Donmar’s CATALYST professional development training programme, the role is an opportunity for outstanding, early-career artists to receive bespoke training, both practical and observational, by assisting the Designer to realise the lighting design for a Donmar production.
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Mission:
Creating equitable access to the industry is a core Donmar value. CATALYST is a professional development programme for those who have been historically underrepresented at the Donmar and within the sector. We are interested in supporting artists who identify as being a part of the global majority, trans, non-binary, D/deaf or disabled, neurodivergent or from a lower socio-economic background. The programme provides key professional development for these artists to catapult their careers to the next level, preparing them to thrive and lead in the theatre sector.
About the role:
As a part of the Donmar’s CATALYST professional development training programme, the role is an opportunity for outstanding, early-career artists to receive bespoke training, both practical and observational, by assisting the Designer to realise the lighting design for a Donmar production. The goal is to gain insight into a high-level production process while developing and strengthening your skills and artistic voice.
Responsibilities:
- Attend meetings with the Lighting Designer and in-house Lighting team, liaising where necessary
- Attend and take notes at rehearsals and production meetings
- Assist with the drawing of lighting plans
- Assist with rigging, focusing, and plotting
- Being present at fit up, technical rehearsals and previews to assist as necessary
- Serve as a proactive member of the team, willing to fill any gaps that arise
Terms and Dates
Fixed Term Freelance Contract, approximately 23 days between 23 October – 17 December at £135 per day
AVAILABILITY
Key Dates:
- Application Deadline: 10am, Thursday 11 September
- Interviews: 25 September, online
- Pre-Rehearsal Zoom Chat: 23-24 October 2025
- Onboarding: week commencing 20 October 2025
- Rehearsals Commence: 27 October 2025
- Tech Week: 1-6 December 2025
- Previews: 6-12 December 2025
- Press Night: 17 December 2025
Working hours: Flexible–dates and hours to be mutually agreed with the Lighting Designer and Head of Inclusion and Skills
Travel and accommodation bursaries are available for candidates based outside of London
Travel and accommodation bursaries are available for candidates based outside of London
For more information and to apply, please go to our Careers Page
Organisation

Donmar Warehouse
Fixed Fee Amount
135 per day
Closing Date
11/09/2025
Contract Type
Fixed Term, Part Time
Job Type
Backstage & Technical