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The Producing Department encompasses Producing, Event Management, Artist Liaison, Scheduling and Production Administration and is responsible for the scheduling, planning and delivery of all activity.

The team comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and works across all art forms and event formats, delivering work in and around the Factory building, in the digital realm, across the city and internationally.

The principal role of the Producer is to line-produce commissions and events for MIF/ The Factory from their initial development through to their realisation and presentation to the public. The Producer is responsible for ensuring this process happens on time and to budget, and where required to manage tours to co-commissioner venues or other presenters.

For more information and to apply please go to our website – https://recruitment.factoryinternational.org/jobs/2259152-producer

Salary £35-39,000 per annum

Some key responsibilities;

Leading and line producing a number of assigned projects of scale. Responsibility for working closely with artists/creative teams to develop complex commissions from end to end. Recruiting artistic collaborators, undertaking R&D of ideas and drawing up schedules, managing logistics in order to deliver projects to the highest possible standards

Working with the Artistic and Creative Director, Executive Producer/Senior Producer to develop and nurture creative relationships with key artists, partners and other organisations to build solid working practices

Preparing and managing complex project budgets in consultation with the Executive Producer/Senior Producer using the MIF budget systems and templates. This will include the timely and accurate coding and authorising of purchase requests and invoices, budget forecasting, running and reconciliation as well as regular updating of budget projections and cashflows, together with the provision of other financial information as required

Negotiating artist and project team fees and contracts within MIF’s contracting system and templates, including commission contracts and underlying rights agreements

Screen and Film School Manchester are creating a pool of freelance industry tutors to support the teaching and learning of level 5 students on their Filmmaking Degree Course.

For the list of key specialist areas and way to apply please visit https://www.bimm.ac.uk/careers/

Closing date: 3 January

Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse seek a Head of Young People and Community to join the management team at the theatres, to set the vision and strategy for engagement with the Theatres’ communities and young people.

If you have a passion for theatre, and for working with young people and community groups, then more information about the role can be found at: https://www.everymanplayhouse.com/jobs

Closing date for applications: Thursday 15th December at midday.

They are trying to make our application process as open and accessible as possible, so if you are experiencing any barriers to accessing the information, and would like the pack in a different format, or would like to submit your application in a different way, then please contact their recruitment team via recruitment@everymanplayhouse.com or by calling on 0151 706 9113.

Please also get in touch if you would like to have an informal conversation about the post before you apply.

£28,000 – £32,000 per annum

Application deadline: 5pm Thursday 15 December 2022
First interviews to be held week commencing 19 December 2022

The Hallé is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced Personal Assistant and Office Manager who provides administrative support to the CEO and the Finance Director, including dealing with HR and recruitment matters. The post-holder is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the offices at our base in The Bridgewater Hall.

The post is full-time permanent based on a 36.25-hour week. Our core office hours are 09.00-17:15, from Monday to Friday, with the option to work 50% of hours from home (for further details, please request a copy of our flexible and hybrid working policies).

The Hallé takes equality, diversity and inclusion very seriously and welcomes applications from everyone. But simply having a diverse workforce is not enough. They want to build an inclusive environment, where everyone can develop to their full potential. They celebrate differences, and recognise the importance of teams reflecting the activities and communities they serve.

They operate an Equal Opportunities Recruitment Policy and welcome applications from all sections of the community. They would particularly welcome applications from applicants who identify as disabled, D/deaf, and/or neurodivergent who can bring their own lived experience to this role.

The Hallé will provide support to ensure that you feel comfortable stepping into the organisation, the type of which may be new or unfamiliar to you, so that you can feel your best self at work. Mentoring or training will be provided during the induction period, if required.

For further details, including a recruitment pack and application form, please visit their website at www.halle.co.uk/careers

Manchester Art Gallery is looking for a collaborative, agile and dynamic leader to deliver the day-to-day building operations of Manchester Art gallery (their city centre gallery), Platt Hall (www.platthall.org) and Queens Park Conservation studios, as a key member of the Gallery’s Leadership Team.

Their main strategic priority for the next four years is to deliver a capital programme across all three of our sites to improve collection storage and address long standing problems with our buildings, whilst continuing to deliver a cultural offer that attracts up to 730,000 visitors a year.

The gallery has recently restructured its operational and specialist technical teams, and this role will lead and develop the new Operations Team, reviewing and revising policies and procedures to support business critical services and activities against the City Council’s Risk Compliance Framework.

Greater Manchester Combined Authority is committed to achieving zero carbon by 2038, and, as the Operations Manager, you will be the gallery lead for environmental sustainability and carbon reduction to support this ambitious plan.

You will bring experience in facilities/operational management, with an understanding of the complex needs of a high footfall heritage buildings housing vulnerable collections.

You will demonstrate the ability to manage a complex programme of refurbishment and repairs in close working with colleagues and external specialists and contractors, and you will work in a collaborative way and be a strong team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and learn from others.

To apply for the role, see here

 

The purpose of the job is to be responsible for the art and museum collections at Touchstones Rochdale and the Arts and Heritage Resource Centre, ensuring they are successfully managed, cared for and made accessible.

Working across collections containing a diverse range of material culture it is critical in helping to create new connections and meaning for audiences through their creative programmes.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Qualified to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Demonstrable experience of leading on the management and development of at least three of the following collection areas: archaeology, Egyptology, natural history, geology, local and social history, costume and textiles, furniture, and fine and decorative arts
• Experience of a wide range of current collections management practices and procedures
• Experience of documentation projects and using specialist collections management databases
• Experience of digital photography and other digital software
• Experience of managing staff or volunteers, including training and CPD
• Experience of undertaking and facilitating collections-related research and producing interpretation for different audiences
• Experience of leading on the research, creation, maintenance, and development of collections-based policies and plans, including documentation, emergency salvage, care and conservation, management, and development
• Experience of current standards in museums and galleries
• Experience of leading applications to the ACE Accreditation scheme

 WHAT THEY CAN OFFER YOU!

Your Trust are committed to being an employer of choice and offer competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits, including access to:

• Best of Friends Events Membership
• Competitive Pay Rates
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Free Gym Membership
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Occupational Sick Pay

WHO ARE THEY?

They are a charity based in Rochdale that aims to support every member of their diverse community to live their best life; inspiring them to be healthier, happier and creative people.

If you wish to apply for this role, please visit www.yourtrustrochdale.co.uk/jobs

Here you will find more details and their Online Application Form. All applications must be made using the Your Trust Online Application Form as they do not accept CVs

The post holder will provide support to ensure the smooth running of the administration and exams function in Manchester.

You’ll be well versed in Excel, data manipulation and have strong organisational skills to meet exam related deadlines. Should you not meet all of the criteria / accountabilities listed, but do possess well-honed skills from an admin, exams or education background (and are looking to step up to a more senior role) they welcome your application.

For the full description and way to apply please visit: https://www.bimm.ac.uk/careers/

The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra – the UK’s oldest – is a critically-acclaimed ensemble, central to Liverpool’s cultural offering.

They are currently looking for a Principal Second Trumpet to join the Orchestra. A professional musician with exceptional orchestral, chamber and solo playing abilities and broad repertoire knowledge, you’ll be responsible for sitting up and playing first and third trumpet as required, exploring opportunities for training and personal development, and representing the Orchestra at development and donor events.

If you’re an organised and committed team player with extensive orchestral experience, we’d love you to get in touch.

The salary for this role is £38,403.

For further information and to apply, please visit our webiste – Principal Second Trumpet (liverpoolphil.com)

The individual will be responsible for Front of House team delivery at Mount Pleasant. This is a fast-paced role that requires excellent time management, work rate, and organisational skills.

Staff management is a huge part of this role and the embodiment of the Ethos and Values of the organization is vital.

They are looking for a front-of-house professional with previous proven experience within a fast-paced, food service environment who is comfortable working with a wide variety of demands.

You will be joining a dynamic team and will give them your full support. Working closely with the Executive Chef you will be responsible for delivering exceptional service within this exciting new venture, leading from the front and being a constant, positive role model for the team. You will ensure all quality standards are met and that daily operations, staff training, and standards are fully integrated into the teams.

This new role will be based at our new city centre location, however, as a member of their wider team, you will be required to work at their Head Office in Calderstones Park.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience in a similar role within a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Skilled negotiator
• Superb Customer Service
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Excellent Organisational Skills
• Relentless work ethic
• Strong leadership skills
• Bar experience
• Managing a team
• Flexible and adaptable
• Strong passion for the industry and guest satisfaction
• The ability to think on your feet
• The ability to run a busy door and manage high volumes of bookings.
• Previous experience in a similar role within a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Flexible and adaptable
• Strong passion for the industry and guest satisfaction
• The ability to think on your feet
• The ability to run a busy door and manage high volumes of bookings

Desirable criteria

• FSA level 2
• Barista trained
• Personal License holder

To apply, contact: Laura Kershaw, laurakershaw@thereader.org.uk

Without Walls is recruiting for a new Director to lead the consortium from their base in Manchester.

The successful candidate will be passionate and knowledgeable about outdoor arts, an experienced manager and an inspiring leader. You will have the drive to lead the development of a national network and commissioning programme, maintaining and building its reputation in the arts sector.

Without Walls is a consortium of festivals and organisations committed to excellence in outdoor arts in England. They are the largest commissioner of new outdoor performance in the country and we support artists to create ambitious, innovative and entertaining shows.

From London to Stockton, Weston-super-Mare to Rochdale, they present exceptional art in public space across the country. Past commissions include Peaceophobia, Black Victorians, Museum of the Moon, Arrivals + Departuresand many more works of all genres and sizes.

Without Walls is currently project-managed by XTRAX. Following a planned and mutually-agreed decision, XTRAX will step back from this role from April 2023.

Download full job description and find out how to apply on our website