We are recruiting nine paid Artist Trainees who are at an early stage in their career or who are looking to grow their experience in using their artform to lead participatory, socially impactful work in areas of life, learning, and health.

This is a unique opportunity to learn, practise, and develop alongside experienced artists working in the fields of Creative Health and Learning.

We welcome applications from artists of all ages, as long as you are early in your journey as a participatory arts practitioner. You might be:

• A recent creative graduate,

• An experienced artist who has never delivered workshops,

• A singer interested in leading a community choir,

• Or a musician wanting to work with adults with lived experience of mental ill health.

We are particularly interested in artists working in movement, dance, drama, theatre, or music (including singing, digital, percussion, instrumental, etc.). Interdisciplinary artists who combine artforms are also encouraged to apply.

This programme specifically supports global majority artists (people who identify as Black, Asian, Brown, dual-heritage, Indigenous to the global south, or have been racialised as ‘ethnic minorities’), living in South Yorkshire.

Key Dates:

• Application deadline: 9am, 15th September 2025

• Interviews (online): 23rd and morning of 24th September 2025

• Traineeships: Each Trainee will take part in one 3-month placement during one of the following periods:

  • October 2025 – January 2026

  • February – April 2026

  • May – July 2026

Also, complete an equal opportunity monitoring form – HERE

Join Our Team!

Also, complete an equal opportunity monitoring form – HERE

Maya makes world class, theatre, arts and heritage projects that create change, bringing together individuals and organisations who passionately want their work to enable racial justice and social change.

We are recruiting for an Executive Producer. Over the past three years, Maya Productions has experienced significant growth and, with the support of our board, developed an ambitious programme to build on this progress.

In this pivotal role, the Executive Producer will collaborate closely with our Artistic Director and Administrator/Project Producer to deliver annual business plans. Responsibilities will include overseeing organisational finances, governance, and policies, spearheading fundraising efforts, producing productions and projects, and supporting and line-managing freelance producers. The role will primarily be remote, with attendance at in-person meetings and project events as required.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a global majority arts practitioner who is passionate about achieving racial justice and driving meaningful change in the arts sector.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual with:

• Proven experience as a theatre producer, with a strong understanding of touring requirements.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while staying calm, considerate, and solutions-focused.
• A passion for working with diverse communities across the UK.
• A commitment to Maya Productions’ mission and the ability to support the delivery of our ambitious programme of work.

Additional information

• Fee: Freelance position, £165 – £200 per day / £35,000 – £43,000 pro-rata (dependent on experience).
• Days: 3 days per week.
• Duration: 5 month contract, with the intention to transition into a permanent role.
• Start Date: March 2025.

The deadline is 9:00am, Thursday the 20th of February 2025.

Interviews: Wednesday 26th February 2025. 

Please state in your application if you are unavailable on the interview date. 

Please download the recruitment pack – HERE

Also, complete an equal opportunity monitoring form – HERE

Join us as we work to inspire change, champion inclusivity, and create impactful theatre.

We are seeking a Production Manager to enable the smooth running of the productions tour. They will be responsible for overseeing the production process for Súper Chefs rehearsals, production week and tour. 

Application Deadline: Monday 24 June at 10:00 am.

For more details and how to apply, please find the Production Manager info pack – HERE

Please also fill out an equal opportunity monitoring form – HERE

We are recruiting for a Producer for Maya’s Routes to Roots: A South Asian Heritage Project  to oversee and manage this theatre arts and heritage project and its elements of; annual creative workshop programmes, live performance events, exhibitions and online content (film/audio products). The project works across three UK cities, Bradford, London and Sheffield, until  December 2025 

Application Deadline: Thursday 25 April at 9am.

For more details and how to apply, please find the Producer info pack – HERE

Please also fill out an equal opportunity monitoring form – HERE