Over a twelve month period, the Design Assistants will work across all National Theatre productions and learn how designers interact and communicate with technical departments in the building to achieve their designs, with the opportunity to work directly on productions.

We have two positions available:

• One of the positions is supported by the Maria Björnson Memorial Fund. Maria Björnson was an award winning set and costume designer for theatre, ballet and opera. Please note this position will start on 25th May 2026.
• The second position is supported by the Max Rayne Design Bursary. Max Rayne was once chairman of the National Theatre as well as a successful philanthropist who saw the importance of the arts and sought to both support and champion the performing arts. Please note this position will start on 16th November 2026.

• Supporting and where possible assisting Designers in all aspects of realising the set and costume design from outline design to opening night.
• Understanding the roles of all Technical Departments when supporting the Designer and liaising with the Designers and the Production Team throughout the production process.
• Become a hands on member of the creative team, working sensitively and practically to support the Designer.
• Managing and organising the Design Studio, maintaining a tidy, flexible, and welcoming work environment for freelance creative teams.
• Managing the maintenance, distribution, and logistical coordination of model boxes across the building and to external locations.
• Liaising with Designers when they first come into the building, supporting inductions and offering support as required.

For the full job description, including the keys areas of responsibilities and accountabilities, please click the 'apply now' button.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet our minimum requirements for our vacancies. If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or have any questions about the recruitment process, you can email us at: recruitment@nationaltheatre.org.uk or call us on: 02074523834.

• A degree or other qualification in theatre design and or scenography.
• Competence in model making, AutoCAD and Photoshop software.
• Have a portfolio of your own design work.
• Professional experience designing shows or Assisting or Associating other designers.
• Documented experience of designing set and or costume on productions inside and outside of college.

For the full person specification, please click the 'apply now' button.

Disclaimer: We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.