Roles
Director
A director is the person (or people) in charge of all creative aspects of a show’s production. They also often have a major role in the show’s admin, tech, and publicity. Most shows have one director, but a significant number have two or more ‘co-directors’ who work in collaboration on an equal footing. Other shows may have other structures, such as a creative or artistic director.
The director generally works with everyone on the show. They work with actors, casting them for the parts, giving them notes on characterisation and blocking, leading rehearsals, and generally preparing them for the show. They work with designers to design an onstage environment that fits with their shared vision, and technicians to make the designs a reality. They work with publicity designers and publicists to market the show. Finally, they work with various members of the production team (producers, assistant directors, production managers, and welfare representatives) to ensure everything runs smoothly and cohesively. They may also have a larger creative team, such as a musical director, accent coach, or choreographer. They will also usually have assistant and/or associate directors to help them out.
To apply to direct, keep an eye on the Producer/Director roles and show applications of the Camdram vacancy page, or sign up to the CUADC director/producer mailing list. To pitch a show to the ADC/Corpus Playroom as a director, check this page
Assistant and Associate Directors[edit]
Many shows have one or more assistant and/or associate directors. The scope of their role can vary depending on the show in question. Assistant directors usually come to most (if not all) rehearsals and provide a second opinion to the director. Associate directors typically come to a handful of rehearsals and sometimes provide more specialist advice on particular aspects of the show.
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Director Vacancies
Co-Director/Assistant director
Operation Market Garden – Fletcher Players
21:30, Tue 11th – Sat 15th November 2025 at Corpus PlayroomMichaelmas Week 5
Seeking Co-Director & Assistant Director for Operation Market Garden – a powerful Week 5 late-show based on the real WWII diary of a Welsh paratrooper. Looking for passionate, collaborative people to help bring this personal, moving story to life. No theatre experience needed — just commitment and creativity!
Contact il347@cam.ac.uk before 27th Jun 2025 01:00 for more details.
'PERIPETEIA' is looking for a Co-Director!
PERIPETEIA – Fletcher Players
21:30, Wed 26th – Sat 29th November 2025 at Corpus PlayroomMichaelmas Week 7
PERIPETEIA is looking for a Co-Director ! Please take a look at the Application Pack and get in touch if you have any questions.
Contact md2085@cam.ac.uk before 24th Jun 2025 23:59 for more details.
˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗ SAVITRI is looking for a PROD TEAM! ˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗
Savitri – Sidney Sussex College Music Society
20:00, Fri 7th – Sat 8th November 2025 at Sidney Sussex College ChapelMichaelmas Week 4
Savitri, Holst's only completed opera of Indian origin, is looking for a prod team! We are looking to fill the roles of Co-Producer , Assistant Director , Choreographer , Costume Designer , Intimacy Coordinator, Welfare, Publicity.
Contact ak2517@cam.ac.uk before 30th Jun 2025 17:00 for more details.
The Accidental Death of an Anarchist needs you! (Core Prod team)
The Accidental Death of an Anarchist
19:00, Tue 11th – Sat 15th November 2025 at Corpus PlayroomMichaelmas Week 5
The Week 5 Corpus Mainshow: The Accidental Death of an Anarchist is looking for: Assistant Director(s) , Producer , Publicity Designer , Set Designer , and a Costume Designer !
Contact ap2362@cam.ac.uk before 25th Jun 2025 23:59 for more details.
The Accidental Death of an Anarchist needs you! (Core Design team)
The Accidental Death of an Anarchist
19:00, Tue 11th – Sat 15th November 2025 at Corpus PlayroomMichaelmas Week 5
The Week 5 Corpus Mainshow: The Accidental Death of an Anarchist is looking for: Assistant Director(s) , Producer , Publicity Designer , Set Designer , and a Costume Designer
Contact ap2362@cam.ac.uk before 25th Jun 2025 23:59 for more details.
LYSISTRATA needs YOU to apply for her CORE PROD TEAM 💋
The week 7 Corpus mainshow Lysistrata is looking for a Producer , Assistant Director , Publicity Designer , and Costume Designer !!!!
Contact frb33@cam.ac.uk before 27th Jun 2025 23:59 for more details.
HADDOCK! is looking for a prod team!
Looking for a producer , director , script editors and publicity designer to help bring my humble ADC standup show to life!
Contact ma2110@cam.ac.uk before 10th Jul 2025 23:59 for more details.
PERIPETEIA is looking for an Assistant Director!
PERIPETEIA – Fletcher Players
21:30, Wed 26th – Sat 29th November 2025 at Corpus PlayroomMichaelmas Week 7
PERIPETEIA is looking for an Assistant Director ! Please take a look at the Application Pack and get in touch if you have any questions.
Contact md2085@cam.ac.uk before 24th Jun 2025 23:59 for more details.