Gallery Technician – Manchester Art Gallery, closes 9 Aug

Manchester Art Gallery is looking for a skilled, practical and dynamic person to be part of our technical team.

They’re looking for a friendly and collaborative team player with proven experience in packing, moving, installing and de-installing museum collections. You will enjoy solving technical problems and have an awareness of the latest materials for exhibition, display, loan out and storage of art.

You’ll have an appropriate craft qualification or equivalent experience, with excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail. You’ll enjoy learning new things every day, thinking about risks, sharing knowledge, and working in a fast-paced environment with a team of passionate people. Effective communication is essential to this role, as are attention to detail, excellent planning, time management and documentation skills.

Their key priority for the next five years is to deliver a capital programme across all three of their sites to re-think, re-organise and re-home their collections alongside the civic role of the gallery in relation to migration, climate emergency, work, identity politics and health and wellbeing.

You will bring your technical skills and creativity and provide support to a team carrying out high quality installations, collections moves and storage improvements.

Role Profile here

To apply, contact: hannah.tolmie@manchester.gov.uk

Applications close 9 August.

Digital Creative Content Maker/Distributor (freelance) – Manchester Jazz Festival, closes 31 Aug

Manchester Jazz Festival is delighted to invite tenders for this exciting freelance role, which is central to the success of the next annual Manchester Jazz Festival (which will take place May 19 – 28 2023), and which will generate year-round strategic outputs for mjf’s talent development and audience engagement strands.

The DCCM&D will be a creative individual, with experience in creating high quality digital content and assets, including short films, photography and any other fun digital content, created inhouse. They will have experience creating fair and complete digital content, with skills in Canva, Adobe, editing software, Illustrator and/or the equivalent.

They will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and how to shape an online brand presence for the creative industries. The DCCM&D will have experience maintaining and updating a website through WordPress, ensuring that brand guidelines are clearly and consistently adhered to.

They are looking for an individual to revitalise and refresh all mjf digital outputs to deliver and enhance our audience development plans. The DCCM&D will be an individual who is confident in both creating and distributing online digital content strategically and in response to the data we hold about online engagement.

During the festival period, they will work closely with the Communications and Branding Specialist to co-create an online strategy to boost sales and share key press angles to our audiences.

TERMS: Self Employed; monthly working days TBA, subject to seasonal fluctuation according to mjf’s output

FIXED FEE: £12,000

DATES: 3rd October 2022 – 1st September 2023

Read the Job Brief and how to apply here.

Closing date: 31 August

Head of Lighting – Mrs Doubtfire the Musical/Jamie Wilson Productions, closes 6 Aug

Jamie Wilson Productions Ltd is looking for an experienced Head of Lighting for the UK premiere of Mrs Doubtfire the Musical at Manchester Opera House.

Should be experienced in managing a team and coordinating with design team, freelance production staff, venue staff and suppliers.

Basic programming skills and moving light maintenance are useful attributes for the position.

The project runs from 22 August to 2 October at Manchester Opera House

Salary IRO £850 per week plus touring allowance and travel

Please apply with CV to giles@jamiewilsonproductions.com

Learning Coordinator – Science Museum Group, closes 14 Aug

At the Science Museum Group STEM engagement is at the heart of what they do. They inform, inspire and encourage learning on-site, as well as through outreach and online.

They are now looking for a Learning Coordinator to join on a part-time basis working 28 hours per week on a permanent contract.

About the role

As Learning Coordinator, you will provide a full range of administrative support for the Learning team at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester. You will support the Learning team in managing volunteers and in all aspects of administrating our events and programmes, including creating rotas, minute taking, diary management, record keeping and financial management.

You will also work with colleagues to advocate for the use of our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system through creating programme packages, processing bookings and trialling new opportunities to understand our visitors better.

This role will involve working collaboratively with various internal colleagues as you contribute to the objectives of the Learning Team as well as working cross-departmentally with colleagues at the museum and in other museums in the Science Museum Group. You will also liaise with contractors to support logistics for events and activities for the public.

About you

Joining them you will be an organised individual with experience completing a variety of administrative tasks, for example, producing and analysing numerical or financial information and maintaining and using staff rotas. You will have good ICT skills and you will be able to use Microsoft Office packages effectively.

You will have experience of using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to input data and extract reports. Crucially you will be able to work well as part of a team with good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build productive working relationships with a range of people.

Please apply via their website: https://ce0111li.webitrent.com/ce0111li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID%3d1689568j5W&WVID=7271880URt&LANG=USA

Closing date: 14 August

Sound Check Programme Lead Tutor – The Learning Foundry, closes 11 Aug

– Annual salary of £27,000 per annum (FTE)
– Fixed term role (12 months)
– Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available
– Liverpool city centre office

The role

They are looking to recruit a Sound Check Programme Lead Tutor to lead on the delivery of their exciting new traineeship programme in partnership with Future Yard, an exciting new grass roots music venue based in Birkenhead.

As Programme Lead Tutor, you will deliver engaging and inspiring training and employment programmes to support young people to achieve their goals and introduce them to the skills they need to pursue a career in the live music industry.

You will support learners to gain hands-on skills at live events, which will lead to opportunities for them to progress into employment, apprenticeships, and / or Further Education Based at Future Yard in Birkenhead.

The right fit

– You will be an experienced live music industry professional – at least 5 years professional experience.

– You’ll be a confident, capable communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
Teaching experience is desirable.

– You will have robust knowledge & experience of the workings of a grassroots live music venue.

– Minimum of grade C Mathematics and English or Level 2 Functional Skills.

– You’ll possess strong awareness and understanding of the challenges young people may face, including mental health.

– Driving license and access to own car.

– Please note, an Enhanced DBS Check is required for this role, and you will be required to work Monday evenings and some weekends.

Who they are

At The Learning Foundry they are passionate about helping people and businesses achieve their full potential. Whether it’s helping someone to start or progress in their career or supporting a business to recruit new staff or upskill their workforce, we are a full-service training provider with the knowledge and experience to suit individual needs.

The Learning Foundry is part of The Regenda Group; we work in places where they can make a difference and operate across the housing and construction sector, in care and support, and in education, training and careers.

Next steps

If you like what you’ve read so far and think you’ve got what it takes to join their team, then click the link below and apply now with a copy of your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you think you would be a good fit the role.

https://thelearningfoundry.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/2752699?cid=1806&rsid=0&js=0&LinkType=1&FromSearch=False

People Services will review your application and will be in touch shortly.

What they offer

The Learning Foundry really is a great place to work – and you don’t have to just take our word for it! We’re an accredited Best Companies Top 100 employer and have achieved Investors in People Gold status.

They can offer you a working environment where you can enjoy yourself, develop yourself and be yourself and where you really can make a difference to people’s lives.

They also offer a fantastic reward and benefits package which, amongst other things, includes:

– A range of flexible working options.
– 27 days paid annual leave each year (rising one day per year up to a maximum of 32 days after five years) in addition to 8 bank holidays.
– 6 additional days for volunteering.
– 5% Employers Contribution to the Pension Scheme.
– £250 annual ‘Live and Learn’ allowance to spend on learning any new skill.
– Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay schemes.
– Employee Assistance Programme and health and wellbeing initiatives
– A wide variety of exciting learning and development opportunities.
– Interest free loans to assist with the purchase of computer equipment and travel season tickets.
– Monthly staff lottery scheme.

 

Part-time Retail Sales Assistant – Cass Art Liverpool

Retail Sales Assistants contribute to the success and smooth running of stores through providing assistance and excellent customer service to the customers of Cass Art Shops.

Effectively working as an ambassador of the Cass Art brand and that of our business partners whose supplies are sold in their stores, to achieve and exceed sales targets set. They are looking for candidates who can be flexible to cover store opening hours including late night opening and early morning shifts as needed.

This role covers 16 hours per week.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

  • Participate in the day to day running of Cass Art stores, working as part of a team with all other members of Cass Art.
  • Assist Cass Art customers with any queries relating to goods and purchases.
  • Promote and highlight Cass Art commercial campaigns.
  • Work to achieve and exceed sales targets set.
  • Operate the till and accurately handle cash/credit/debit and other method of payment transactions.
  • Develop a good knowledge and understanding of products sold by Cass Art.
  • Contribute to general store safety through ensuring that all health & safety procedures are effectively carried out and reporting any concerns to the Store Manager/Manager on duty.
  • Be vigilant at all times to ensure theft prevention and security is maintained and stock loss is minimised
  • Abide with legislative instructions with regards to sale (such as age restricted sales)
  • Assist in the receipt of deliveries; unpacking and re-shelving or storing stock, ensuring all stock is safely stored and easily accessible in line with health and safety and merchandising guidelines.
  • Follow the guidelines presented by the Merchandising team, Visual Merchandising and marketing team re: how products should be presented in store.

Desired Knowledge Skills & Experience

  • Experience working in retail in a customer service capacity (essential)
  • Flexible approach to working hours
  • Experience using POS machinery-till points (desirable)
  • Good organisation skills
  • Team player
  • Proactive with a positive can-do attitude
  • Committed, enthusiastic and energetic
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and numeracy skills
  • Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
  • Passionate about retail and the mission of Cass Art.
  • Affinity with the Cass Art brands and products

To apply, please bring your CV and covering letter to store.

Cass Art Liverpool, 18 School Lane, Liverpool L1 3BT

Sales & Development Manager – Liverpool Empire, closes 4 Aug

The Liverpool Empire Theatre is the largest two-tier theatre in the UK, hosting the very best in touring theatrical productions including musicals, ballet, opera, comedy, and much more.

With close to ½ million attendees each year, the historic venue continues to play a major role in the heart of the city’s cultural offering.

They are currently looking for a talented Business, Sales & Development Manager at a pivotal time as they grow and evolve Sales & Events business at the Liverpool Empire.

This is a key role with plenty of scope to develop and grow as you develop your skills whilst contributing to our longer-term business growth. You will collaborate with the venue as a whole and should really thrive in a high volume and fast paced hospitality and experiential environment.

You will have very strong business development skills with experience in networking and winning new business. A passion for hospitality is essential alongside the determination and drive to succeed. They’d love you to understand their local demographic and have the drive and determination to tap into potential sales opportunities here.

Theatre is a wonderful industry to work, with highly engaged customers, passionate employees and a wealth of opportunities! If this role sounds of interest, please click on the link below for their full job description.

They are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to provide a stage for everyone. Onstage and off, they hold themselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture.

Apply online at https://candidate.atg.co.uk/178555ART

Aquarist – National Museums Liverpool, closes 10 Aug

People are at the heart of National Museums Liverpool. Colleagues from across the NML team make a difference every day, creating memorable experiences for everyone and challenging expectations.

They pride themselves on being a place for everyone, but they are always aiming higher, aspiring to be representative of the communities they serve. Through people, they are building a culture which embeds trust, respect and inclusion and an organisation in which people are engaged and empowered to enable National Museums Liverpool to evolve. You could be just the right person to join them.

They currently have the post(s) of Aquarist available.

As an Aquarist at World Museum Liverpool you will work with and care for a wide variety of marine and terrestrial animals in our Bug House and newly refurbished Aquarium. You will receive full training in a range of animal care, plant room maintenance and water chemistry protocols.

As someone who is passionate about nature you will also work with our visitors to deliver fun and educational activities based on our live animal collection. This role would be suited to someone who is excited by animals and has a keen eye for detail as well as outgoing and creative. You will join their dedicated team to create displays that inspire their visitors interest in the natural world.

Please apply at the link below:

https://liverpoolmuseums.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/2749166?cid=1998&jobtitle=Aquarist&location=Liverpool&rsid=19092&ad=1839606&t=Aquarist&l=Liverpool

Procurement Business Partner – National Museums Liverpool, closes 21 Aug

People are at the heart of National Museums Liverpool. Colleagues from across the NML team make a difference every day, creating memorable experiences for everyone and challenging expectations.

They pride themselves on being a place for everyone, but are always aiming higher, aspiring to be representative of the communities we serve. Through their people, they are building a culture which embeds trust, respect and inclusion and an organisation in which people are engaged and empowered to enable National Museums Liverpool to evolve. You could be just the right person to join them.

They currently have the post(s) of Procurement Business Partner available.

Do you have a positive, proactive attitude and enjoy delivering exceptional customer service?  Do you have a curious mindset, enjoy problem solving and have excellent attention to detail?

If so, come and join our newly formed Procurement Department at National Museums Liverpool. Their mission is to create a commercially focused, efficient, effective, professional and fully qualified Procurement team to deliver outstanding sustainable strategic value through innovative and best value commercial arrangements.

For more information please follow link below:

https://liverpoolmuseums.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/2747437?cid=1998&jobtitle=Procurement.Business.Partner&location=Liverpool&rsid=19092&ad=1838793&t=Procurement-Business-Partner&l=Liverpool

Freelance Photographers in Residence (x2) – Open Eye Gallery, Chester, closes 22 Aug

An outcome of the Covid-19 pandemic has been the importance of community-led responses that draw upon local knowledge and resources, and build capacity and channels of interconnectedness between government, community organisations and the public.

Cheshire West and Chester (CW&C) recognise the importance of communities, culture & belonging and are inviting artists to explore new and different perspectives, which reflect community responses to Covid-19 in the Borough as part of a cultural programme.

A series of socially engaged artists will develop and deliver projects that articulate responses that encourage social interaction and opportunities to enable deeper community engagement and creativity.

ABOUT THIS SOCIALLY ENGAGED PHOTOGRAPHY COMMISSION:

CW&C are working in partnership with photography organisation Open Eye Gallery for two of the commissions under a key theme of:

Under represented voices – the lives and issues people face has been magnified.

A commission working with under presented groups to listen and amplify their voices. CW&C aim to be more inclusive and listen more to people who are marginalised, having recently set up a Poverty Team and are working with organisations to create safe spaces and diverse programmes.

Possible Organisations: Poverty Truth Advisory Board – Inspirers, Disability Panel, Minority groups, Body Positive – LGBTQ+, Young People, Fallen Angels

Open Eye Gallery will deliver this commission as part of the wider cultural programme. They will support the development of community partnerships and establish meetings with key people working with marganislised communities and individuals.

Open Eye Gallery will also line manage the commissioned photographers. CW&C will help contact these groups via established channels. CW&C has four different locality areas Ellesmere Port, Chester, Northwich & Winsford and Rural, with Locality workers who provide connections to the local communities and groups, see here.

£7000 fee per photographer

Please download the full brief at www.openeye.org.uk/opportunities