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Without Walls is a pioneer and trailblazer of exceptional outdoor art. By forging and spearheading a network of cultural organisations, and festivals, they work in partnership to commission, co-create, and share outdoor work with communities across the country and ensure onward touring nationally and internationally

The Communications Officer is an integral member of thei team. This role manages the day-to-day running of our social media channels, e-newsletters, and website, ensuring internal and external communications are of the highest standard.

As part of the Communications and Development team, you will work closely with the Senior Communications and Development Manager, collaborating to devise bold and exciting content that showcases each area of their work. The department is also
responsible for all marketing, from branding to print across the network, so attention to detail is essential.

This is an ideal role for a creative, motivated individual who has specialised in marketing and communications and is at ease working across a diverse range of organisations and artists.

Essential skills and experience

You will have been working in a comparable role for a minimum of three years with demonstrable experience in the following areas:

● A strong understanding of social media as a communications tool and experience in managing multiple platforms.
● Proven track record of handling content management systems for websites such as WordPress or similar.
● Experience of using desktop publishing software such as InDesign, Publisher or equivalent to create marketing collateral.
● Demonstrable experience of using email marketing services such as Transpond, Mailchimp or comparable.
● Excellent copywriting and proofreading skills.
● Confident written and verbal communication.
● Experience of working to tight deadlines in a fast paced environment.
● Good knowledge of Google Workspace applications and services or Microsoft Office applications and services.
Desirable skills and experience:
● Worked with a network or membership organisation managing communications
for multiple partner channels.
● An understanding of marketing analytics and matrices such as Google analytics and how these can show success and impact.
● Hands-on experience of content production such as filmmaking or audio production, creating motion graphics and animation.
● Experience of managing a CRM or database system and understanding of GDPR regulations.
● An interest in outdoor arts or the arts sector.

Full information on the role and how to apply can be found here https://withoutwalls.uk.com/we-are-recruiting-for-communications-officer-25/

Without Walls is a pioneer and trailblazer of exceptional outdoor art. By forging and spearheading a network of cultural organisations, and festivals, they work in partnership to commission, co-create, and share outdoor work with communities across the country and ensure onward touring nationally and internationally

Core Responsibilities

● Working with the Head of Festivals to enable festival partners to select and tour a strong programme of work each year that meets the artistic policy of Without Walls and the agenda of the individual festivals.
● Coordinating the logistics of network meetings, training sessions and other network related events.
● Contributing to preparation of meeting papers and minute taking where appropriate.
● Maintaining effective communication with festival partners, artists, Board members and other stakeholders.
● Gathering information for inclusion in the partner newsletter.
● Supporting the preparation and monitoring of contracts and grant agreements for partners, working closely with the Finance Team.
● Monitoring project budgets.
● Managing the audience engagement open call process and supporting festivals to deliver and evaluate their activities effectively.
● Contributing to analysis and findings from evaluation to identify key trends, outcomes, and recommendations for future development.

Experience and Skills

They don’t necessarily expect applicants to possess all the detailed knowledge and experience outlined, however, successful applicants are likely to have experience and skills in the following areas:

● Communication and collaboration. The role requires close work with staff, artists, and partner festivals. Strong communication skills, the ability to engage in open two-way discussions, and the ability to share information effectively are essential.
● Organisational planning. The role involves planning network meetings, coordinating training and managing budgets. Excellent organisational, planning, and project management skills are crucial.
● Partnership working. The role requires management of a complex partnership project with multiple partners. Experience of working on projects involving several stakeholders would be beneficial.
● Group facilitation. Managing TNP meetings, including working with the Head of Festival Networks to set agendas, prepare papers and take minutes is a key requirement so experience of group facilitation would be beneficial.
● Budget management. The role requires managing project budgets effectively. Experience in managing budgets would be beneficial.
● Evaluation and reporting. Compiling evaluation material and writing reports are required for the role. Experience in this area would be beneficial.

Full information can be found here https://withoutwalls.uk.com/we-are-recruiting-for-a-project-manager-partnerships/

Comics Youth are looking for a brilliant, organised, and community-minded Project Coordinator to help bring Comics Declassified to life, their brand new programme supporting emerging comics creators from marginalised backgrounds.

🗓️ Deadline: 15th April
📄 Send us your CV, cover letter + equal opps form
🔗 Link here for everything you need

They know how hard it is to navigate creative industries, and they’re here to make it easier, fairer, and more transparent. If that’s something you care about too, they’d love to hear from you.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of our fabulous Venue & Events team, being the friendly welcoming face of Brewery Arts for all visitors coming to enjoy their programme of live music, theatre, cinema, festivals and venue hire.

Working as part of the team you will ensure their customers have a fantastic and safe visit!

To apply and for more details, visit here

Closing date: 31 March

Brewery Arts are looking to recruit a new Senior Box Office Administrator to support the Box Office Manager and the wider team to provide exceptional customer service and support on the administration of the ticketing system at the company.

This covers ticketing and enquiries for all activities across cinema, live events, classes, venue hire and hospitality.

To apply and for more details, visit here

Closing date: 31 March

A focus of the role will be on heritage and wellbeing, weaving this into the programme of activities and ensuring that their values of compassion, curiosity and justice are reflected throughout.

Another key aspect of the role involves supporting our team of dedicated volunteers in engaging with visitors to the Hub and coordinating their recruitment and training while fostering a collaborative approach. Volunteers are vital in supporting the aims of the charity and in return they aim to provide volunteers with an enjoyable, rewarding and stimulating experience.

The Hub is a space for people to come together to reveal and celebrate Greater Manchester’s rich and diverse histories and heritage. This is an opportunity to shape the hub to become an even more welcoming, dynamic and vibrant space.

Working Arrangements: Hybrid / Flexible working

Contract: Part-time (21 hours per-week) | Fixed-term (12 months from start date), with possibility of extension subject to successful funding

Salary: £25,000 – £26,000 Pro-rata depending on experience

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 7 April

To work closely with and supporting the Creative Producer Visual Arts in delivering the artistic aims of the organisation by planning and supervising all technical aspects of visual arts programme production and presentation for HOME.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Programme

• Leading the technical and production aspects of the galleries’ programme and work closely with Creative Producer Visual Arts and members of the Artist Development and Creative Engagement teams to ensure the safe and smooth delivery of exhibitions.
• Creation of gallery layout plans
• Arranging appropriate transport, storage, condition checking of artworks and commissioning of signage and exhibition equipment.
• Ensuring projects are delivered in line with agreed budgets.
• Procurement of equipment and services in connection with exhibition changeovers.
• Maintain an asset register of, and ensure the maintenance of, gallery technical equipment and by other user groups onsite and offsite.
• Liaising with the Theatre/Film Technical team on scheduling
• Briefing all relevant HOME staff on changeover plans.

People Management

• Managing the team of freelance technicians ensuring training is completed and providing ongoing support.
• Ensuring all technicians are able to undertake the work they are assigned and that all relevant Health & Safety legislation requirements are followed.
• Manage freelance contracts and ensure the correct finance and HR processes are adhered to.

Health and Safety

• Responsibility for the Health and Safety of exhibitions. Ensuring standards of compliance are maintained throughout and accurate records are kept.
• Ensuring all required documentation is in place including appropriate risk assessments.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 14 April

Reporting to the Concerts Manager, the Concerts Administrator is the key liaison for all visiting artists, including their Principal Conductor & Artistic Advisor (Kahchun Wong).

The role is responsible for the immediate administrative tasks required by the Concerts department ensuring the successful delivery for all orchestral activity.

They will also need to work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider Hall .

The post is full-time permanent based on a 36.25-hour week. Core office hours are 09.00-17:15, from Monday to Friday. However, this post will be required to work some evenings and weekends as requested by the Concerts Manager.

The Hall 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 our 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 Hall 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 more information about this role, including a full job description and how to apply, please visit our website.

The closing date for applications is 9.00am on Monday 24th March 2025
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 26th March and/or Thursday 27th March 2025.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 24 March

The role provides an excellent opportunity for a dynamic, strategic individual to play a catalytic role in shaping an exciting, innovative and transformational project.

Northern Roots is transforming 160 acres of urban greenspace in Oldham into a destination for learning, leisure and growing. The charity aims to benefit the environment, and to improve the health, wellbeing and livelihoods of local communities. They are currently constructing a Visitor Centre, Forestry Skills Centre and four acres of Urban Farm and will open as a visitor destination in 2026.

Over the last five years, the Northern Roots charity has successfully secured significant capital and revenue funding from a wide range of statutory, trust, foundation and corporate funders. Over the past year, they have conducted extensive pipeline research, developed a variety of Case for Support and proposal documents, begun to engage with High Net Worth and corporate supporters, and achieved success with a number of trusts and foundations new to them. As they prepare to open new facilities, they are now ready to recruit a member of staff to work with our CEO and Board to take forward the research, relationships and materials we have developed.

Want to have a conversation before applying? Please reach out to info@northern-roots.uk and they’ll connect you with the hiring team.

Salary: £36,000 – £38,000 pro rata

Contract: Fixed term, May 2025 until June 2026. Three days/week, 7.5 hours per day

Location: On site at Northern Roots with opportunities for flexible and remote working

Application deadline: 12 midnight on Sunday 6th April 2025

To apply, visit here

The three Young Producers will work alongside the Festival Director and Festival Producer. The Festival team will report to the members of Burnley Local Cultural Education Partnership (LCEP) at monthly meetings.

They are still in the process of shaping and planning the Festival so there may be some additional tasks which evolve during the process however, we expect the roles to involve the responsibilities listed in the Job Description.

Job Description

• Assist in organising festival programming, including liaising with artists, partners, and volunteers

• Contribute to the selection of artists to lead workshops and projects
• Support community groups to manage production budgets

• Support with logistics, including venue preparation, technical and access requirements, scheduling, and ensuring that events run smoothly
• Support the Festival Producer to ensure all policies, insurance and permissions are in place for each event
• Work with local communities and partners to ensure the festival’s inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring a diverse range of voices are represented
• Contribute to and inform the festival’s marketing strategy by supporting social media campaigns, and assisting with outreach to schools and youth networks.
• Assist in gathering feedback from attendees, artists, and participants to evaluate the festival’s success and impact, and contribute to evaluation reports

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 4 April