Assistant Artistic Producer – Swan Street Firehouse Ltd, closes 28 May

The role requires at least two years experience working in theatre/creative nightlife/ performing arts as part of a highly motivated team of creative colleagues. Possesses an impressive portfolio of previous artistic creations, costume or installation based pieces.

Hours: 20 Hours Per Week
Salary @ £17.50 ph

The role is currently offered as part time with the view to increase working hours alongside vast and rapid company expansion.

As an Assistant Artistic producer you will work alongside their central creative team including our Entertainment Director, Creative Operations Manager, Head Of Creative Development and Head Of Performance. To help with all aspects of the production and delivery of their fully in-house shows, performances and costume production.

Please send your CV and a Short Cover Letter on why you feel you would be right for the role to: live@takemetoramona.com

Closing date: 28 May

Head of Communications and Marketing – Manchester Museum, closes 10 May

Manchester Museum is looking for a Head of Communications and Marketing to develop and deliver high-quality campaigns, strategies and communications that reflect the museum’s values and vision.

You will lead a team and make the most of the museum’s fascinating collections, stories, its people and relationships, in order to build connections with audiences in Manchester and beyond.

They’re looking for someone who has a strategic mindset, creativity, and the expertise to engage with some of the most relevant, urgent and challenging contemporary debates. Across all aspects of communications, marketing and digital content, you will share the museum’s work in research, learning, civic engagement and international collaboration to build brand recognition and engagement.

This is an incredibly exciting time to join Manchester Museum, part of the University of Manchester, and their ambitions are bigger and bolder than ever before.

To apply, please visit: https://www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/displayjob.aspx?jobid=25274

Project Producer – Signal Film & Media, closes 14 Jun

They are seeking an effective & enthusiastic Project Producer to lead on the delivery of our Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation programme of digital arts engagement, providing high quality digital media and cultural experiences including artist residencies, participatory commissions, workshops and exhibitions.

They are looking for someone confident in co-creating projects with participants from a wide range of backgrounds who will ensure the activities arranged achieve the required outputs and outcomes and are delivered on time and within budget.

Alongside the NPO programme, in a full-time role the Project Producer will also be responsible for delivering ‘Lives Through the Lens’ – their National Lottery Heritage Fund-supported learning and engagement programme.

How to Apply

How to Apply: For an informal conversation/any questions you have about the job, please email info@signalfilmandmedia.co.uk to arrange a call.

Apply at https://signalfilmandmedia.com/about/work-with-us/

1. Download & read the Job Description & Person Specification and Application Form
2. Fill in the online Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
3. Return the completed Application form & return to: info@signalfilmandmedia.co.uk

Closing date: 14 June

Senior Technician – The Dukes Playhouse, Lancaster, closes 19 May

The team are seeking an experienced Senior Technician to deliver efficient technical support to The Dukes, working with the Head of Technical and Production to deliver both the film and theatre programme.

To apply, please follow the link and download the job pack. Send the completed application form, equal opportunities form and a covering letter to Emma Nixon, emma@dukeslancaster.org

Closing date: 19 May

Freelance Arts and Crafts Workshop Assistant – 52creative Events, closes 21 May

52creative events are looking for a workshop assistant to join their team, to help on their arts and crafts workshop, to assist the artist tutor and help manage and encourage creativity to the participants.

At 52creative events they specialise in organising art events for the private and corporate sector. They organise a huge variety of arts and crafts workshops, to pop up exhibitions, art fairs and pop up shops.

They are looking for a freelance arts and crafts workshop assistant to help manage workshops.

The role would include such tasks as packing and taking equipment to the workshop venue, setting up the workshop, greeting and signing in participants, running through some health and safety information, assisting the tutor as they request, documenting and gathering feedback, packing up and tidying the workshop.

They are particularly looking for people in the Liverpool area.

£10.50 an hour plus money towards travel.

If you are interested, contact domino@52creativeevents.com with your CV and cover letter to Domino.

Closing date: 21 May

Arists – Prototype Projects (Heart of Glass), closes 21 May

Apply by: Sunday 21st May 2023
Fee: £300 – £1000

Are you an artist / creative/ collective living in Liverpool City Region and working in St Helens or Knowsley?
Would you like to be part of Heart of Glass’ autumn programme?
Would you like to work with communities and have an idea for a project that celebrates green spaces?

Heart of Glass are supporting artists working with communities in St Helens and Knowsley to test, explore and develop new, innovative ideas and engage new audiences.

They are developing a season of events celebrating their communities’ love and appreciation of green spaces running from 16th September – 14th October 2023 in St Helens and Knowsley. The programme will invite audiences to go on a sensory journey as we explore ideas around climate change together. Artists will collaborate with local communities and respond to local green spaces – including parks, allotments and community gardens.

To apply to Prototype Projects and be part of Heart of Glass’ autumn programme, your idea should be for a small scale project, workshop or performance, in any art form that will bring audiences on a slow and gentle sensory exploration of local green spaces.

To be eligible for Prototype Projects you must:

Live in Liverpool City Region
Projects must take place in St Helens Borough Council or Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council local authority areas
Be a creative individual, an artist, or collective of artists
Have an idea for a project that works with people and communities
Be able to make your project / activity happen within a budget between £300 – £1000
Have your project ready for a public audience between 16th September – 14th October 2023

For more information and to download an application pack, visit: https://www.heartofglass.org.uk/about/opportunities/prototype-projects-2023

Event

If you need additional access support to make an application, please let us know by contacting prototype@heartofglass.org.uk or call Anna on 07529224271.

Fundraising and Development Manager – Olympias Music Foundation, closes 28 May

Olympias Music Foundation is seeking a dynamic Fundraising and Development Manager (Maternity Cover) to build on it’s work at an exciting point in the charity’s growth and help deliver the charity’s new three-year fundraising strategy for 2023-26.

The Fundraising and Development Manager (Maternity Cover) will provide cover for our Development Director, and be instrumental in shaping the future of the OMF working alongside and reporting to the Chief Executive. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering on the existing 2023-26 Fundraising Strategy and Business Plan – building funding streams, managing supporter journeys, writing funding applications, and overseeing the charity’s fundraising pipeline and new CRM system.

The role will also focus on communicating social impact with supporters and raising the profile of the charity via development opportunities and communications across OMF. The role requires a confident fundraiser with excellent written communication skills and a highly organised mind, who has an aptitude for building partnerships and generating funding in the third sector.

Musical experience isn’t necessary – however, they are looking for someone who aligns with their values and can demonstrate that their mission resonates with them.

Application process:

The full job pack can been downloaded from www.olympiasmusicfoundation.com. Applicants should send the following documents to OMF’s Chief Executive, Jo Yee Cheung, at joyee.cheung@olympiasmusicfoundation.com:

1) CV with referees
2) A statement of up to 1500 words which addresses why you wish to work with Olympias Music Foundation, your approach to development and fundraising and your relevant experience from previous positions.

They are a Disability Confident Employer and will ensure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. They invite applicants to contact us directly to identify any additional support required. Candidates who are unable to apply online are encouraged to contact us directly for alternative ways to apply.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on 28th May 2023.

Production Manager – Walk the Plank, closes 5 Jun

Walk the Plank seeks a brilliant Production Manager to support the delivery of the company’s ongoing programme of ambitious arts and cultural activity.

Walk the Plank is one of the UK’s leading outdoor arts organisations with a reputation for creating innovative productions and performances which engage artists and communities in a wide range of outdoor settings.

Walk the Plank’s track record of making work that engages citizens in public celebration is founded on ambitious creativity that connects with ordinary people. From fire gardens and site-responsive installations to parades and festivals, the company consistently attracts acclaim and showcases talent.

Responsibilities

  • Support the delivery of the company’s ongoing programme of ambitious arts and cultural activity.
  • Support in translating the artistic vision of directors/designers and creative teams to ensure ambitious work is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety standards.

How to Apply

https://walktheplank.co.uk/job/production-manager-3/ – Please visit their website to read the Job Description and role details in full.

Please submit your CV and up to two pages of A4 outlining your suitability for the role and fill out the Equal Opportunities Form by 12pm midday on Monday 5 June 2023 to: recruitment@walktheplank.co.uk

Please note: only applications made directly can be considered.

Admissions Team Member – The Beatles Story, closes 17 May

The Beatles Story are looking for a bubbly, enthusiastic and energetic individual to join their wonderful Admissions team on a permanent basis.

The position available is as follows:

  • 1 x 20 hour permanent contract working 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday inclusive.

Contract is to start as soon as possible.

You must be highly flexible with regards to your availability to work and the ability to work overtime is desirable.

Customer service experience is essential.

If you wish to apply for the above position, please send your most recent CV and a full covering letter to cerishaw@beatlesstory.com

Closing date for all applications is 5pm, Wednesday 17th May 2023

Senior Venue Technician – The Stoller Hall, closes 30 Jun

The Senior Venue Technician will work closely with the Technical Manager to ensure the effective delivery of all performances, events and conferences at The Stoller Hall and our other performance spaces across the site, including pop-up events in the Courtyard and Atrium.

They will manage the stage, technical and operational aspects of the concerts and events and deputise for the Technical Manager, acting as lead contact for visiting artists and clients on the day as required. They will prepare, rig and operate sound, lighting, audio-visual, projection and staging equipment as required, liaising with visiting artists, promoters and clients as well as members of Staff.

Download the recruitment and application pack here

To apply, please download and complete the Job Description and Application pack and email the files to the Stoller Hall HR Department, StollerHR@chethams.com.