Many thanks for your interest in the position of Executive Director of Kiln Theatre.

In the pack below you will find: • Information on Kiln Theatre • a job description • person specification • full details on how to apply

Separate to this pack there is an Equal Opportunities monitoring form for completion.

After running the theatre with Artistic Director, Indhu Rubasingham, since 2012 and successfully leading a transformative capital project, Bridget Kalloushi will be stepping down as Executive Producer of Kiln Theatre this autumn. (She will continue to help the Board wind up its capital project, until the end of the year).

We are now looking, therefore, for an exceptional individual to work alongside Indhu as Executive Director, to lead the organisation as we move into this exciting and pivotal next chapter. You will be responsible for ensuring that the organisation continues to thrive, leading it through a time of growth whilst continuing to build upon the ambition and drive of a dedicated team.

Thank you again for your interest in Kiln Theatre and we look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards Jonathan Levy and Barbara Harrison Co-Chairs

INFORMATION/APPLICATION PACK

KILN THEATRE

Kiln Theatre views the world through a variety of lenses, bringing unheard voices into the mainstream. We present high quality and innovative work, which provokes debate and emotionally engages. Located in Brent, the most culturally diverse borough in London, we are a local venue with an international vision.

Converted from a music and dance hall, the theatre opened in 1980 as the permanent home of the Wakefield Tricycle Company – a touring theatre company which presented new plays and children’s theatre throughout Britain and internationally. In April 2018 the Tricycle Theatre officially rebranded and changed its name to Kiln Theatre, as part of the vision for its renovated building, locating it ever more closely with Kilburn and building on the Tricycle’s artistic legacy through an exciting programme of new work.

Today, with Indhu Rubasingham as Artistic Director, Kiln Theatre continues its reputation for world-class British and international work, reflecting the exceptional diversity of its local community.

“This theatre has suddenly become indispensable” Tim Walker, the Sunday Telegraph, December 2013

Upon completion of our capital project Kiln Theatre will have a unique 292 seat theatre alongside a 300 seat cinema, a vibrant bar and café, plus three rehearsal spaces which are used for our productions, workshops and Creative Learning projects.

We want everyone to experience the power of theatre.

OUR VISION

Uncover Our Shared Humanity

Based in Kilburn, we create internationally renowned, high-quality, engaging and innovative work which presents the world through a variety of different lenses, amplifying unheard voices into the mainstream.

OUR PROPOSITION

Communicate Universal Truths

We live in an area where today 84% of young people have English as an additional language. We make theatre that crosses continents and tells big stories about human connections across cultures, race and languages. The bolder our vision and its delivery, the bigger the impact this programming can have on the cultural landscape.

OUR MISSION

Make Theatre for Everyone

Our doors are open for all. We produce world-class theatre that provokes, entertains and appeals to our exceptionally diverse society in Brent and beyond. For the first season after re-opening our building, we have up to 10,000 tickets at £12.50 or less and we commit to offer 2,000 free tickets to people and communities that can’t otherwise access theatre.

Kiln Theatre encourages artists of all ages and backgrounds. Our ambitious Creative Learning programme aims to champion the imagination, aspiration and potential of the Brent community young and old.

Theatre

Kiln Theatre presents around six productions per year in our intimate and unique theatre. Many of these are commissioned and written specifically for this theatre, or are programmed in collaboration with national or international companies.

Recent productions include Handbagged by Moira Buffini, which won an Oliver and transferred to London’s West End, Red Velvet by Lolita Chakrabarti (Critics’ Circle Award, Evening Standard Award), which transferred to St Ann’s Warehouse and the West End, The Father by Florian Zeller, in a co-production with Theatre Royal Bath, and The Great Wave by Francis Turnly, in a co-production at the National Theatre.

Cinema

Kiln Theatre’s 300-seat cinema shows the best art-house and mainstream films alongside festivals and special Q&A screenings. Highlights include our Q&As with acclaimed writers and directors, such as Moira Buffini, Stephen Frears, Mike Leigh and Ken Loach, and with renowned actors including Jim Broadbent, Kim Cattrall, Julie Christie, Glenda Jackson and Rosamund Pike.

Recent partners have included: NT Live; Globe on Screen; BFI London Film Festival; Images of Black Women Film Festival; DocHouse; Kilburn Film Festival.

In 2015 Jim Carter curated his second season of Sunday screenings to raise funds for the theatre, something that has proved immensely popular. One of his screenings in January 2018 was Iris followed by a sell-out Q&A with Dame Judi Dench and Dame Maggie Smith.

Funding

Our annual turnover is approximately £4 million. Kiln Theatre receives funding from the Arts Council England as a National Portfolio Organisation. Additional income is earned through box office sales and other revenue streams alongside fundraising.

THE ROLE

Role Title: Executive Director

Reporting to: Artistic Director (CEO) / Board of Trustees

Location: 269 Kilburn High Road, London, NW6 7JR

Purpose:

Working alongside the Artistic Director in providing Kiln Theatre with inspirational and inclusive leadership; ensuring the successful delivery of an ambitious artistic programme and the financial stability, growth and development of the company, whilst continuing to build on a national and international profile.

Team:

The Executive Team lead a staff of over 60 full and part time employees, including a core team of 32. They work closely with our senior management team, which consists of the HODs; as well as our Board of Trustees who meet six times annually. Externally, the Executive maintain excellent relationships with the Arts Council, Brent Council, industry bodies (including Equity and LTC), alongside other major stakeholders, artists and funders.

Responsible for:

Head of Finance Operations Manager

Alongside the Artistic Director/CEO:

Producer Creative Learning Director Director of Fundraising Head of Marketing (Consultants) Head of Production

RESPONSIBILITIES

Principal responsibilities working in close collaboration with the Artistic Director:

Leadership

 Alongside the Artistic Director, create a positive, open and collaborative working environment which reflects the inclusive and ambitious vision and values of the organisation; ensure a safe and supportive working environment which promotes the wellbeing of all team members.  Provide active and dynamic leadership, which enables and develops team members across the organisation; ensure that organisational structure is responsive to team needs and enables successful delivery of plans across all departments.

 Alongside the Artistic Director, Senior Management Team and Board create and implement strategic plans that develop the vision, mission and output of the organisation.  Oversight and where appropriate leadership of recruitment, professional development, management and regular performance appraisal of Kiln Theatre’s full and part time staff.  Ensure the company has appropriate and fully developed policies including Dignity at Work, Health and Safety and Diversity, and that they are effectively implemented.  Alongside the Artistic Director, lead on maximising income and maintaining excellent relationships with statutory bodies, especially Arts Council England, Brent Council, major trusts and individual donors.  Oversight of Kiln Theatre’s relationship with all trade unions; represent Kiln Theatre at industry body meetings, including UK Theatre and LTC.  Oversight of relationship with the tenant of the bar & kitchen, and cafe; and together with the Operations Manager, manage and oversee the feel and look of all Front of House areas, and the sense of care for each audience member.

Producing

 Work alongside the Artistic Director in the overall management and delivery of the Kiln Theatre programme.  Oversight and management of all producing requirements. Together with the Producer, this includes but is not limited to scheduling, general management, budgeting, PR and marketing (incl. ticketing)  Leading on the creation, language and financial terms of all co-production, transfer, touring and visiting theatre contracts and arrangements, maximising income whilst ensuring the best possible relationships with Kiln Theatre partners.  Develop the commercial potential of Kiln Theatre, enabling productions to transfer to other venues, including the West End and national and international touring.  Oversight and negotiation of all artistic and creative contracts; rights to plays and musicals; and any other legal arrangement relating to Kiln Theatre work.  Oversight and management of Kiln Cinema programming and, alongside Operations Manager, maintaining relationships with distributors, advertisers and consultants.

Financial Leadership & Governance

 Provide high-level financial leadership across the organisation, leading and developing financial strategy, annual budgets and financial reporting; oversight and management of the Head of Finance, and the finance team; Oversight and preparation of annual accounts, working with external auditors.  Alongside the Artistic Director, to oversee and ensure the effective, responsible and solvent financial management of Kiln Theatre, including the creation and implementation of business plans.  Take the lead responsibility for ensuring good governance of the charity and company, confirming that all statutory matters have been dealt with timely and correctly.  Alongside the Artistic Director attend all Board meetings and sub-committee meetings, presenting updates on the company and staff as well as current and future seasons. Communicate to the Board on all matters, and enable timely authorisation

of seasons of work and annual budgets; maintain an open and collegiate working relationship with the Trustees.

Fundraising

 Alongside the Artistic Director, support the Head of Fundraising in the management and oversight of deliverable fundraising strategies, ensuring that annual fundraising targets are met.  Attend, support and participate in all major fundraising events.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

We recognise that applicants will have particular strengths in specific areas; as part of the role you will be able to hone others as part of the growth and development strategy of the organisation.

Essential Experience, Qualities and Skills

• At least five years’ experience as a senior leader within an arts organisation. • Proven experience of strategic management of a similar sized organisation, with experience of implementing change and expansion. • Experience of managing significant budgets and financial systems. • Negotiating co-production/transfer deals . • Evidence of strong leadership, team building, communication and people management; and a commitment to HR best practice. • A proven ability to produce or executive produce ambitious and original work, preferably within the subsidised sector. • A diverse network of industry contacts nationally and internationally, and across both subsidised and commercial sectors. • A good understanding of marketing and audience development. • Proven experience of fundraising from a wide range of sources. • Understanding of the national arts and theatre scene, and knowledge of the major social, financial and political issues facing subsidised theatre. • An understanding of and commitment to the artistic mission and ambition of Kiln Theatre; and a demonstrable commitment to the broadening of cultural diversity and access within and to the theatre industry. • A collaborative and empowering management style, with the ability to bring out the best in a team. • An understanding and appreciation for new technology and how it can be incorporated into the work of Kiln Theatre. • The ability and ambition for building the reputation and work of Kiln Theatre, both nationally and internationally.

Desirable but not essential Experience, Qualities and Skills:

• Knowledge of Capital Building Project Management • Knowledge and understanding of cinema programming and management • Venue management

Terms

Salary: Up to £60k according to experience. Such salary to be kept under review by the Board’s Remuneration Committee. Type of Contract: Five year fixed term contract, renewable subject to review by the Board. This review to be completed no later than six months prior to the end of the contract.

Probationary period: This will be six months from the date of commencement of the role, with a review by the Board after three months

Notice: Four weeks during your probationary period; three months following successful completion of probation.

Holiday entitlement: Four weeks per year (pro rata depending on start date) plus bank holidays, rising to four weeks plus five single days (excluding bank holidays) after two years of continuous service. The holiday year runs from April to March.

Sick Pay: Four weeks on full pay and a further four weeks on half pay after three months’ continuous service.

Pension: Kiln Theatre operates under the auto-enrolment pension scheme held with The People’s Pension. All staff are automatically enrolled into the pension scheme once they earn over £10,000 per annum, are aged 22 or over and are under state pension age. Staff who don’t fulfil this criteria still have the option to opt in. Employees may opt out of the scheme at any point. Contributions are paid at the current legal minimum. If you choose to increase this contribution, Kiln Theatre will currently make a pension contribution of up to 3% of your basic salary into your plan after you have successfully completed your probationary period, and where this is matched by you.

HOW TO APPLY

Your application should consist of:

1) A letter indicating why this post is the right next move for you, what you can bring to Kiln Theatre, why it excites you and what you hope to gain from the post. We’d also like to hear a little about how your current experience dovetails with the requirements of the post. Please include your earliest available start date/notice period and your current salary. The letter should be no more than 3 sides of A4.

2) Your letter should be supported by a copy of your CV detailing your employment history and the key responsibilities held in relevant roles. Your CV should include 2 referees (one relating to your current/most recent work).

The referees will not be contacted until the later stages of the process.

3) Please include the Equal Opportunities form, which can be downloaded from KilnTheatre.com/jobs (this is for monitoring purposes only and will be detached from your application).

Please send your application to Angela McSherry at [email protected]

The deadline for applications is Monday 1st October at 12 noon.

You are encouraged to take up the offer of a confidential phone conversation with our recruitment consultant Angela McSherry before applying. Please contact on [email protected] to arrange a good time to talk.

Applicants will be notified if they have been shortlisted for interview by 6th October.

Interviews will take place in London on 10th + 11th October 2018. Please let us know in your application if you are unavailable on these dates.

Second stage interviews will be held on 18th October 2018. We anticipate the successful candidate taking up the post no later than Jan/Feb 2019.

Kiln Theatre welcomes and encourages applications from everyone regardless of their age, sex, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, disability or nationality.