Funding Specialist

Company Description Telos Theatre Company is an international ensemble theatre company and acting studio dedicated to building lasting artistic collaborations through reimagined classical texts and new work development. Rooted in extensive training at Drama Centre London and directing experience across leading institutions, the company bridges traditional theatrical training with innovative ensemble practices. Telos Theatre focuses on nurturing professional actors through sustained artistic relationships and a supportive creative environment. Its work aims to give classical texts contemporary resonance while fostering ongoing artistic growth for performers and collaborators.

Role Description The Funding Specialist is a full-time hybrid role based in the London Area, United Kingdom, with flexibility for some work from home. This role is responsible for identifying, researching, and pursuing funding opportunities, including grants, sponsorships, donations, and investment partnerships that support Telos Theatre’s productions and training programs. Day-to-day tasks include preparing funding proposals and applications, managing funding calendars and deadlines, maintaining relationships with funders, and monitoring the performance of secured funding streams. The Funding Specialist will collaborate closely with artistic and administrative leadership to align funding strategies with the company’s mission and long-term goals, and will prepare regular financial and impact reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial data, assess funding opportunities, and evaluate investment options.
• Experience in funding and finance, with a track record of securing grants, sponsorships, or other financial support for arts or nonprofit organizations.
• Excellent communication skills for crafting clear proposals, presenting funding cases, and maintaining relationships with funders and partners.
• Knowledge of investments or alternative funding models relevant to arts organizations and the ability to advise on sustainable funding strategies.
• Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in finance, business, arts management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a hybrid work environment.
• Familiarity with the performing arts or cultural sector and an interest in ensemble-based theatre is highly beneficial.
• Proficiency with standard office and financial tools (e.g., spreadsheets, presentation software, CRM or fundraising platforms).