Fancy getting paid to watch and review the top West End shows?
Leading theatre tickets platform SeatPlan, is advertising a new role opening within its team and is on the hunt for a ‘London theatre show and seat critic.’
The lucky candidate will be paid to attend and review up to four West End shows, a month, on behalf of SeatPlan. They will be paid per review and watch performances from some of the best seats available in top London theatres.
They’ll be asked to add their photo and seat comments to the SeatPlan platform, so the company can continue to update its website on the best places to sit in London theatres.
The candidate will also be tasked with writing show reviews for SeatPlan’s network of theatre websites.
You can see a list of the latest shows available in London here, to give you an idea of some of the amazing productions you may be invited to watch, which could include the likes of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Cabaret, Life of Pi and Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of).
Candidates that apply should meet the following criteria:
Be a London resident aged 18 or over
· Have good availability to attend shows around the city regularly
· Have a passion for all types of theatrical performances (plays, musicals etc.)
· Be a strong writer, having their own website or blog would be advantageous
· A solid understanding of what makes a great show, which will appeal to a wide audience is a big advantage
Founded in 2011, SeatPlan was established to help customers find the best seats for theatre and events across the UK. Theatregoers can use its interactive seating plans to browse thousands of reviews and photos of the view from different seats, all provided by real people.
SeatPlan also sells tickets to theatregoers, using multiple ticket suppliers to provide customers with the best prices and availability.
Ben Jackson, Founder of SeatPlan commented on its latest job opening:
“We believe it’s important to collect honest, insightful reviews on shows and seats across theatres, which is why we’re delighted to announce our latest job vacancy.
“We hope to have plenty of enthusiastic candidates apply, who are keen to showcase their expertise and give us that in-depth knowledge, to help us grow and flourish in 2022 and beyond!”
Interested? What theatre-lover wouldn’t be?
SeatPlan’s latest role is currently being advertised on its website here. All you need to do is provide your full name and age and explain in under two hundred words why this would be your dream job.
The online portal will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate is selected, so make sure you don’t miss out and apply soon!