Welcome
In 2027, The Everyman will celebrate its 130th anniversary. They are now entering a new phase with a bold strategic vision and an appetite for innovation, collaboration, and growth.
The Everyman is seeking a dynamic and commercially astute Executive Director/Co-CEO to join newly appointed Artistic Director/Co-CEO Des Kennedy in co-leading The Everyman into its next chapter. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of one of Ireland’s most treasured cultural institutions.
About The Everyman
Housed in a 650-seat Victorian theatre in the heart of Cork, The Everyman is a producing and receiving house that combines heritage with forward-looking artistic ambition. We are a creative hub that connects audiences, artists, and ideas—committed to artistic excellence, social relevance, and civic engagement.
They serve diverse audiences through a programme that spans large-scale productions, grassroots community partnerships, and national/international collaborations. As we look ahead to our 130th year, we are poised to grow our impact, reach, and ambition.
The Role: Executive Director/Co-CEO
The Executive Director will work in close partnership with the Artistic Director to provide strategic and operational leadership of The Everyman. As joint Chief Executives, both will report to the Board and share responsibility for the theatre’s financial sustainability and social impact. This role is particularly focused on the theatre’s financial, legal, operational, and commercial well-being to deliver the artistic vision. The Executive Director acts as senior negotiator and relationship-builder with funders, partners, co-producers, and contractors.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please submit:
- A CV (max 2 pages) focusing on relevant experience for the role.
- A covering letter outlining your interest in the role and how your experience meets the criteria.
- Please include the names and positions of two referees. References will not be contacted before consulting with applicants.
Send applications to recruit@everymancork.com by Friday 1st August 2025. If you would like to arrange an informal, confidential conversation about the role or request access support, please contact Diane Borger at diane@everymancork.com
Application Deadline: 1 August 2025
Location: Cork, Ireland
Contract Type: Full-time, 3 years
Salary: €70K
Start Date: By mutual agreement
Probation: 6 months from the start of the contract.
Hours of work: It is understood that the Executive Director/Co-CEO is expected to work such hours as are necessary to fulfil the role, including evening and weekend working.
Candidate must have or be willing to acquire legal status to work in the Republic of Ireland.
The Everyman is funded by the Arts Council and Cork City Council.
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