Could you be our new CEO?

Are you the visionary leader we are looking for?

Could you guide our ’80-years-young’ – world renowned organisation in to its next chapter?

We are seeking a commercially savvy and energetic individual, with the entrepreneurial fire to build on our legacy and shape our future.

Bristol Old Vic Theatre School needs to step in to a new era of growth and innovation; utilising a new vision and strategy that will overcome the current funding and wider Higher-Education and Arts sector challenges.

Imagine: setting the strategic direction, forging fruitful industry partnerships, building meaningful relationships with our alumni and wider industry stakeholders and developing cutting-edge training for the future of theatre, film, television, and gaming.

This is your chance to make a real impact, ensuring our commitment to “talent first” training thrives and our global influence builds on the firm foundation that exists.

We’re looking for someone with a unique set of skills:

• You’ll need to have a proven track-record of securing funding for similar charities and organisations, across all available platforms
• Have experience and understanding of the charity sector, with particular relevance to the arts world
• And be knowledgeable about the higher-education landscape and challenges.

Ready to take centre stage?

If you’re a commercially astute leader with a passion for the arts and a drive for excellence, we want to hear from you.

To apply – send your CV and cover letter (no more than 2 sides of A4), along with a completed ‘Equal Opportunities form’ to: [email protected]

Download the full job description:

Charity CEO Job Description v1.1 (1)

Download the Equal Opportunities form here: 

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form – Dec 2023

Job posted: Tuesday 3rd June 2025

Closing date: Friday 27th June 2025

First round interviews provisionally planned for: Thursday 3rd July 2025