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JOBURG CITY THEATRES (JCT)
 


​PERMANENT POSITION 
 
PRODUCER
The Joburg City Theatres (JCT), an entity of the City of Johannesburg that stimulates and operates Joburg Theatre, Roodepoort Theatre, and Soweto Theatre to provide integrated theatre management, is seeking a skilled and motivated Producer to join the JCT team. 
 
Vacancy Reference: Ref No: PDR/ST/11/2025 Designation: Producer Department: Soweto Theatre Reporting: General Manager: Soweto Salary: R35,047.67 (Basic Salary Excluding Benefits) 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 
  • Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent. 
  • Diploma in Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Cultural Management, Project Management, Business Administration or equivalent discipline (NQF 6). 
  • Computer Literacy: Working knowledge of MS Office Suite 
  • 5 years’ experience in the theatre environment/industry; and 
  • 3 years in the supervisory level 
  • Strong project management, organisational skills, communication, and reporting experience in a live performance environment. 
  • Experience in budget management, production scheduling, and team leadership in theatre or live events. 
 
PRIMARY FUNCTION 
To manage the full producing function of Soweto Theatre by coordinating artistic, technical, and administrative elements of all productions and programmes. The role ensures that projects are delivered to high creative and operational standards, supports strategic planning with the Artistic Director, and maintains strong relationships with partners, tenants, and visiting companies to uphold the theatre’s artistic vision and operational efficiency. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
  • Oversee the daily producing function, ensuring all productions and tours are delivered to high artistic and technical standards. 
  • Collaborate with the General Manager; Artistic Director and Chief Operations Officer on project planning, budgeting, and implementation of the theatre’s artistic objectives. 
  • Manage casting processes, liaising with directors and agents, and handle all availability checks and offers. 
  • Coordinate production schedules, site visits, and meetings with internal teams, co-producers, and tenants. 
  • Administer programming reports (weekly to annual) and maintain accurate deposit and rental records. 
  • Draft and monitor production budgets, ensuring expenditure aligns with approved allocations and supply chain requirements. 
  • Support artistic and community programmes, including special projects and auxiliary activities. 
  • Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships with partners, companies, and visiting productions. 
  • Manage contract and lease negotiations, ensuring compliance with company and municipal policies. 
 
COMPETENCIES
  • Computer literacy 
  • Good communication skills both verbal and written 
  • Excellent project management, budgeting, and organizational skills 
  • Report writing 
  • Ability to relate and work with people. 
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member. 
  • Conflict resolution skills/ Problem solving. 
  • Ability to handle pressure, perform in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at the same time.




​Interested people are requested to send their cover letter, detailed CV, recently certified copies of their qualifications and the Identity documents not longer than three months, quoting the relevant reference number to the email address mentioned below: 
 
Email: applications2@joburgtheatre.com
 
ENQUIRIES:
Contact Person : Ntsoake Rammusi 
Tel.no : 011 877 6931 
 
CLOSING DATE : 09 DECEMBER 2025 
 
NOTE:
All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Joburg City Theatres (JCT) applies to the principles of employment equity and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups, including those with disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability. 
 
By submitting your application for a position at JCT, you consent that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of recruitment and selection and related process. In terms of the Recruitment and Selection Policy of JCT, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: 
  • Qualification verification 
  • Criminal background check 
  • Employment history verification 
  • Identity validation. 
  • Credit Record 
  • Where applicable, psychometric assessments may be conducted. 
  • Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA, and the evaluation results must be attached to the application. 
  • If you do not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful 
  • JCT reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise the position.