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The Reader’s communications team exists to broaden support and reach of what they do by sharing their stories with the outside world.

The Communications Coordinator has responsibility for social media and digital communications, and supports the wider team with the delivery of campaigns and PR, and media activity. This role calls for a creative thinker and content creator who thrives on delivering targeted and engaging content whether that’s through social media, digital newsletters and websites, or third-party outlets, including media, and reporting on impact.

Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Manager, this role interacts with the other members of the communications team along with colleagues from across the organisation.

As well as being passionate about communications and reaching new audiences, the Communications Coordinator will also be a keen reader who is willing to learn more about Shared Reading and its practice, and the difference it makes in the world.

Key Responsibilities

Knowledge and Skills

• Takes the lead on managing content across the organisation’s active social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn). Duties here include:

o Managing the monthly content planner, developing ideas and assets independently and in collaboration with colleagues.

o Using Canva to create engaging assets, utilizing existing materials when helpful, e.g imagery, podcast clips, videos, case studies, illustrations and graphics.

o Reaching out to relevant content via Hootsuite and reporting on engagement levels in team meetings and in reports

• Responsible for the production of The Reader’s monthly e-newsletters, taking the lead on editorial planning and content creation (including links and images), building e-shots in MailChimp, sending, managing subscriber lists and reporting on engagement and reach in team meetings.

• Responsible for capturing the impact of activity using appropriate tools and processes, e.g Google Analytics, AdWords and Facebook (paid social advertising).

• Manages active comms mailing lists in MailChimp in line with GDPR best practice.

• Supports the delivery of the organisation’s PR and media strategy by distributing press releases, pitching stories to the media, tracking coverage, coordinating interview opportunities with spokespeople, including volunteers and participants, and other press office duties.

• Responsible for maintaining The Reader’s public-facing website using WordPress, making ad hoc changes and working with others in the team to ensure that all content is regularly reviewed and aligned with current messaging.

• Act as content support cover for The Reader’s dedicated volunteer website, the Online Community Hub, as needed.

• Provides copy editing and proofreading support to the team when requested.

To view a full job description please visit https://www.thereader.org.uk/job/communications-coordinator/.

Please send completed application forms to laurakershaw@thereader.org.uk

Closes: 5pm, 2 May

20 Stories High are looking for a Trainee Stage Manager to work between May and the end of July on their Youth Theatre show, Chapters of a Teen.

20 Stories High has a Youth Theatre for ages 14-21. They are currently working with Abby Melia (Director) and other guest artists to create a show which will be performed at the Unity Theatre in July. The group is made up of approx 25 young people who represent the community we work with and for – culturally diverse, working class young people. They meet on Tuesday evenings 6-9pm in term times.

The Trainee Stage Manager will work closely with the team to manage specific elements of the production.

As part of this training role, the Trainee will receive support and mentoring from an experienced Stage Manager who will help guide you through this role, enabling you to gain skills and experience in Stage Management. For full information on your duties, see the objective section below.

To apply for this role, you must:

● Be free all (or most) Tuesday evenings, starting immediately up until the show
● Be free for all of the week starting Monday 18th July – Saturday 23rd July (see full show schedule below)
● Be a person of colour
● Be 18+
● Be interested in exploring whether a career backstage in the arts is for you
● Be willing to learn on the job (with the support of the mentoring Stage Manager) – taking on tasks and challenges that may be new to you
● Consent to 20SH undertaking a DBS check

You do not need to have any experience to apply for this role.

Contract type: Freelance

Payment (see schedule and payments in the table below):
£50 per week for Tuesday evening sessions, 6-9pm (you will be expected to attend some production
meetings which may start at 4pm some weeks)
£80 for full-day activities
£550 to cover production week dates (Monday 18th – Saturday 23rd July)

Travel costs can also be reimbursed for Liverpool/ Manchester based (and surrounding areas) applicants.

To apply, please download the job pack, which includes an application form here:
https://www.20storieshigh.org.uk/trainee-stage-manager-recruitment-2022/

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 18th May 2022 at 5pm.

These are extraordinary times – but 20 Stories High meeting them head-on with creativity and ingenuity.

They now have an ambitious 18-month plan for how they can continue to bring together culturally engaged, diverse young people and theatre professionals, to deliver a dynamic and flexible programme of work.

They want their Board and 20 Stories High to be full of a rich range of voices representing diversity of race, gender, age, identity, physical abilities, thinking styles and experiences. Whatever your story, they would love to hear from you.

To download the Job Description:
https://www.20storieshigh.org.uk/board-recruitment-2022/

For further information on 20 Stories High, please visit their website: www.20storieshigh.org.uk

Or contact Amy Thompson: Amy@20storieshigh.org.uk

Closes: Wednesday 11th May 2022 09:00am.
Interviews: Friday 27th May 2022

20 Stories High are looking for a Marketing & Communications Manager who can bring new ideas, energy and creativity to this new role – someone who shares their values, mission, ambition and is committed to working with young audiences and participants.

The Role

The Marketing & Communications Manager will be responsible for all of 20 Stories High’s exciting audience-facing operations, including marketing, press, social media, and will work collaboratively with the 20 Stories High team on their audience development strategies.

They will manage 20 Stories High’s communications strategies to ensure all its communities understand and promote 20 Stories High’s purpose and programming. They will manage the website, all media engagement, narrative development, brand and publicity.

It is important to us that the Marketing & Communications Manager shares the company’s values, and is committed to contributing to our developing practice in terms of both wellbeing and EDIA (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Activism).

Please email amy@20storieshigh.org.uk if you’d like to attend.

Annual Salary: £26-28k (Pro-Rata)

To apply for this role, please send the following:
1. Application form, available:
https://www.20storieshigh.org.uk/marketing-and-communications-manager-recruitment-2022/

2. An up-to-date CV

Alternatively, we welcome applications in video/audio format and BSL – please send a film/audio file answering the questions within the application form (no longer than 15 minutes).

Recruitment process timeline

● Applications close: 9am Wednesday 11th May 2022
● Shortlisting: Successful applicants will be invited to a recruitment day by Wednesday 12th May 2022.
● Recruitment days: will be held Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th May 2022.

GFS is a feminist charity that believes in a society free from gender inequality.

They aim to achieve this by providing groups where girls and young women build friendships, gain confidence and learn that they are unstoppable through a programme of activities designed to develop confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing and resilience.

Each term they observe a different national awareness day and this year they are planning to celebrate Windrush Day 2022. They feel this presents an opportunity to highlight the value of diversity in our communities, the key role of the Windrush generation in building our society, and the importance of inclusion and respect.

As a learning organisation, they recognise that they would benefit from the knowledge and expertise of individuals and organisations with lived experience of Caribbean cultures to inspire and educate their girls and volunteers. They are therefore seeking a facilitator to help them develop an activity plan for their groups that to celebrate Windrush Day 2022 and deliver a training session around this for their volunteers.

If you are interested in finding out more, please contact olivia@girlsfriendlysociety.org.uk to request a copy of the brief.

The closing date for initial proposal submissions is 18th April.

Showtown is seeking to appoint a Freelance Curator with proven research and exhibition experience to assist in the development of a temporary exhibition for display in Showtown’s exhibition gallery in 2024.

As part of their National Lottery Heritage Fund Activity Plan, Showtown would like to appoint a curator/researcher to scope out the possibilities for an exhibition exploring Blackpool during the Second World War (WWII).

They will explore the topic in depth; assess possible loans from other collections culminating in a report which will be handed over to curators at Showtown. A co-production group, made up of members of the Blackpool community will help frame this exhibition so it appeals to Showtown’s audiences.

Find out more information and how to apply here: https://lnkd.in/eKPMdZUX

Closing date: Midday 20 April 2022.

Walk the Plank are hiring for two Production Manager roles.

Their production team play a crucial role ensuring that each project is executed to the highest standards for our clients – from festivals and local authorities to government agencies and commercial clients – with regard to budgets, creativity, safety and audience engagement.

Walk the Plank are 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 HQ is in Salford and the company works regionally, nationally, and internationally.

2 x Full Time Post (Fixed term, 12 month contracts with opportunity to extend)
£25,000 – £27,500 PA (depending on experience)

Please find the full job description and how to apply on their website here.

Closing date: Tuesday 3 May, 12 noon BST

Storyhouse are looking for a Freelance Young Leaders Assistant Facilitator who is keen to work with and for young people. You will be passionate about supporting and developing young talent.

You will assist with the delivery of the weekly Young Leaders sessions on:

Mondays 4.30pm – 8.30pm (14-17 year olds)

Wednesdays 12.30pm – 4,30pm (16-19 year olds)

Thursdays 1.30pm – 5.30pm (18-25 year olds)

You will attend workshop briefings before each session to understand the aims and objectives of the session and any 1:1 support needs that are expected.

During sessions you will guide and support the young people as they participate through the tasks. Including supporting young people 1:1 to achieve their tasks, guiding young leaders when working in small groups, communicating with parents/carers, assisting with arts award delivery and recording and helping the young leaders run their final event.

At the end of sessions you will debrief with the Young Storyhouse Officer, this debrief will inform the plans for the following week and highlight and additional support needs for the young people.

Young will build a positive relationship with young people and will have experience working with young people with challenging behaviour, Special Educational Needs and mental health. You will have a caring and compassionate nature.

You will have opportunities to lead elements of the session, develop as a facilitator and be supported with training.

Your work will promote creativity, social innovation and inclusion, through creative training and career development opportunities for young people in the area.

This role will suit those with experience supporting young people, you could have a youth work, social care or psychology background. It will be a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their facilitation practice and experience with young people.

To apply, contact: Emma Hutt, hr.team@storyhouse.com

See their website here.

Interviews will be held at Storyhouse or virtually on 29th April, there will be a formal set of interview questions from the panel, these questions will be available in advance.

Bluecoat are seeking a motivated individual with previous catering management experience in a busy environment to become our new Catering and Events Manager.

The Catering and Events Manager is a pivotal part of the Bluecoat’s operations, responsible for ensuring visitors have an outstanding experience.

This position will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of all catering functions and events at Bluecoat, ensuring the front of house staff are motivated and productive, and providing leadership to kitchen staff. As an increasingly important part of the business, you would be responsible for ensuring the catering and events operation is profitable.

Apply at: www.thebluecoat.org.uk/about/work-with-us/catering-and-events-manager

Bluecoat are looking for a proactive individual with excellent communication skills and events experience who can provide a seamless service for events customers.

The Events Sales Executive is a pivotal part of the Bluecoat’s operations, responsible for sales and income generation from third party hires, conferences, weddings, functions and other private events at Bluecoat.

The Event Sales Executive will play a key role in driving revenue and profitability. You will ensure that events are managed to the high standards clients expect and will lead on the delivery of some events.

Apply here: www.thebluecoat.org.uk/about/work-with-us/events-and-sales-executive