Artistic Leadership - Application Form
Please use this form to provide your core contact details. Sections 3.a, 3.b and 4 can be answered as written responses using this form, or as video/audio recordings (max. 12 minutes).
Send video/audio files (or download links) to: recruitment@20storieshigh.org.uk (include passwords if needed).
1. General Information
First Name:
Last Name:
Pronouns:
Any previous name(s):
Address:
Telephone:
Email:
Preferred means of communication: Telephone / Email
2. Education, Training and Professional Development
Using no more than one page, provide details of relevant employment, experience, training, qualifications, or professional development related to the role. Work/training outside the UK is recognised.
3.a Personal and Professional Qualities
We recognise experience takes many forms. Please assess your level of experience for each point below: Very Experienced / Experienced / Developing Experience
Key Artistic Practice Experience
* Passion for creative innovation, experimentation, pushing creative boundaries

* Creating professional theatre with and for young people

* Co-creating with communities, new actors, or professional actors in high quality shows

* Track record of high-quality artistic work

* Leading and collaborating with creative teams and producers

* Creating shows for theatre venues, community spaces, outdoor/public settings, or digital environments

* Making work accessible and inclusive

* Developing young creatives and creating talent pathways

* Practice centring wellbeing and safeguarding of teams, young people and audiences

Key Leadership and Strategy Experience
   * Leading artistic teams or programmes

   * Ability to work strategically and collaboratively

   * Experience with funders and partners

   * Contributing to financial, fundraising and budget plans

   * Commitment to values-led practice

   * Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

   * Budgeting and scheduling skills

Additional Experience
      * Organisation management / co-running a small organisation

      * Leading/co-leading income generation and investment strategies

      * Line Management

      * Commitment to developing the sector (e.g. sharing and exchanging processes)

      * Working with a voluntary Board of Directors

3.b Tell us more about you
In no more than 2 pages, explain:
         * Why you are applying for the role

         * How your lived, professional and/or voluntary experiences support your application

         * How you meet the qualities outlined in the Job Pack

         * Any further details about strengths and areas for development

4. Your Vision
In no more than 1 page, outline:
            * What excites you about the role

            * Your vision for 20 Stories High

5. Production Portfolio / Past Productions
List up to 3 productions you have directed or significantly contributed to.
Production 1
 Title:
Organisation:
Role (Director, Writer, Producer, Dramaturg, etc):
Dates:
Brief Description:
Image/Video links:
Press Reviews/Audience Feedback:
Production 2
 Title:
Organisation:
Role:
Dates:
Brief Description:
Image/Video links:
Press Reviews/Audience Feedback:
Production 3
 Title:
Organisation:
Role:
Dates:
Brief Description:
Image/Video links:
Press Reviews/Audience Feedback:
6. Criminal Convictions and DBS
Do you have any criminal convictions (not including those considered ‘spent’)?
YES / NO
A DBS check will be required if appointed (cost covered by the organisation).
7. Right to Work in the UK
You will be required to provide documentary proof of your right to work in the UK if appointed.
8. Referees
Provide details for two referees familiar with your directing experience and creative practice. Referees may be contacted prior to interview.
Referee One
 Name:
Position:
Relationship to you:
Phone Number:
Email:
Referee Two
 Name:
Position:
Relationship to you:
Phone Number:
Email:
9. Declaration
I confirm that the information I have given is correct and understand that misleading statements may be sufficient grounds for cancelling any agreements made.
Signed:
Dated:


Additional Notes
               * Travel costs for interview will be reimbursed (receipts required).

               * Please state any access requirements for interview (e.g. BSL interpreter, wheelchair/step-free access, breaks, dimmed lights, advance interview questions).

               * Please tell us where you heard about this position:

Return form to:
 Amy Thompson
20 Stories High
Toxteth TV, 37-45 Windsor St, Liverpool, L8 1XE
Email: recruitment@20storieshigh.org.uk
Application Deadline: Monday 3rd November 2025, 9am