Who Are We?

Stagetext are a deaf-led charity who are passionate about making the arts a more welcoming and accessible place. Our small, friendly team works across the UK – both from our office based at the Mercury Theatre Colchester – and remotely from home.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation, parental or caring status, or age. 

Current vacancies

Theatre Programme Manager (Maternity Cover)

We’re looking for a Theatre Programme Manager (Maternity Cover) to support theatres across the UK to provide captioned performances for deaf, deafened and hard of hearing audiences. The role is full time, hybrid, working a minimum of three days at the Mercury Theatre.

If you wish to discuss the role prior to your application please contact [email protected]

Deadline: Midnight, Sunday 25 May 2025

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Application form

Equality and diversity form


Open call – UK deaf artists for Stagetext 25th Anniversary Commission

Stagetext is going to be 25 in 2025! We are looking to commission a UK based visual artist to create an artwork celebrating our 25th anniversary.

We’re offering £2,000 (plus access or travel expenses) to commission a piece that captures the spirit of Stagetext. Your artwork will become part of our anniversary campaign, spreading the message that everyone deserves access to the joy of arts and culture.

Deadline: 29 May 2025

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STTRs Freelancers

We use people not machines. Stagetext’s Speech-To-Text-Reporters are in high demand due to their quality and accuracy, so we’re looking for more people to work with. If this is you, come and be a part of our team of STTRs by emailing [email protected]


Volunteer positions

Become an Ambassador: To apply for this volunteer role, download the role description below. Please submit applications to [email protected]

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