Audience Development and Marketing Officer – Culture Warrington, closes 1 Nov

Culture Warrington is seeking an Audience Development & Marketing Officer who will lead on creative aspects of the Warrington Contemporary Arts Festival (WCAF) brand development and marketing, supporting the team to reach new audiences throughout the borough.

They will work closely with the WCAF Director, the WCAF team and the wider Culture Warrington marketing team to support creative projects and programmes, building audiences to ensure the WCAF programme becomes a place-based festival for the future.

To apply and for more details, see here

Closing date: 1 November

 

Cafe Team Member – The Beatles Story, closes 13 Nov

The Beatles Story is looking for fun, enthusiastic and hard-working individuals to join our cafe team.

Kitchen or barista experience is required, and you must enjoy working in a team environment.

As well as working in a fun, fast paced environment there are also many other benefits including free local travel pass and a generous staff discount.

Positions available:

1 x 20 Hour permanent contract (Working 4 hours Monday to Friday with overtime opportunities available)

If you wish to apply for the above role then please send an up to date CV to Victoria Leyshon – victorialeyshon@beatlesstory.com

Closing date: 13 November

Technical Manager – The Atkinson, closes 23 Nov

Grade I (SCP 31-35) £37,261-41,496 per annum (pay award pending)

36 hours per week

This is a crucial role, not only in terms of back-of-house management but also in developing professional relationships and upholding the reputation of the venue.

You will have experience of working at a senior technical level within a theatre and multi-venue arts environment, including staff management.

Technical expertise should include the operation of theatrical electrical systems, lighting technology, electrical safety and sound engineering including operating modern sounds systems for theatre and live music.

A comprehensive understanding of industry compliance and risk management in a performing arts setting is essential to the role, as is the ability to deliver first-line maintenance to theatre equipment and facilities. You will oversee the programme of routine technical repairs and be expected to provide essential and responsive support for performance spaces, helping to bring down maintenance and energy costs. You will be responsible for upholding health and safety standards.

The post-holder will be expected to provide practical hands-on assistance with stage preparation and performance delivery as well as supporting the wider venue as required.

You will be committed to increasing engagement with culture and the performing arts so that The Atkinson maintains its status as a dynamic and evolving regional venue for arts, heritage, literature and information.

To apply and for full details, see here

Closing date: 23 November

Visitor Experience & Retail Manager – Port Sunlight Village Trust, closes 20 Nov

The Visitor Experience & Retail Manager is a brand-new post at PSVT. As part of the role you will work as part of the Heritage Directorate.

The Heritage Directorate is responsible for promoting the village’s national and international significance and its relevance to the modern world.

For full details and to apply, see here

Closing date: 20 November

Assistant Curator – Tate Liverpool, closes 5 Nov

Working closely with colleagues in the Exhibitions and Learning departments, you will contribute to the curatorial development and management of a wide range of exhibition and collection display projects.

You will be involved in all aspects of the exhibition making process, including research for future programme, loan administration and correspondence, liaising with artists, developing checklists and floor plans, and overseeing installation. You will be a collaborative and solution-driven individual with a broad knowledge of 20th century art and an understanding of related current debates.

For more details and to apply, see here

Closing date: 5 November

Communications Manager – Ambassador Theatre Group, closes 5 Nov

They are excited to be recruiting a Communications Manager based at the Liverpool Empire Theatre. Within this role you’ll report to the Head of Marketing & Communications.

You’ll also work closely with the wider Marketing & Communications team, which includes the Marketing Manager, Sales and Development Manager and Marketing and Communications Assistant.

A key area of responsibility will be to raise the media profile and footprint of the venue and its shows, by creating campaign ideas, partnerships, content, stunts or ‘must-attend’ events that get widely noticed and talked about and that ultimately drive ticket sales.

You should have the natural ability to nurture and manage a strong network of relationships with the media, local organisations and influencers in order to create ‘earned reach’ alongside growing the reach and engagement of the venue’s social and editorial channels.

This is a critical role in driving the profile of Ambassador Theatre Group’s (ATG’s) venue and shows and is pivotal to our long-term growth strategy.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 5 November

Event Sales Executive – Shakespeare North Playhouse, closes 20 Nov

The Events Sales Executive will drive the sales of the organisation’s event and venue hire, maximise and devise revenue opportunities and enhance the profit of the business.

They will be the face of the event’s business and will network externally to build relationships and develop the business. This role is on a 0.8 FTE, working 32 hours over 4 days. Due to the nature of this role, however, and to meet the demands of the building, the post holder will need to be flexible in their approach to work.

Please see https://shakespearenorthplayhouse.co.uk/job/events-sales-executive/ for full details and how to apply.

Closing date: 20 November

Payroll Administrator – Royal Exchange Theatre, closes 13 Nov

The Payroll Administrator will provide a vital role for the organisation and will have prime responsibility for managing the payroll function, including wages and salary payments for all employees, plus associated functions such as national insurance, tax and pension payments, and staff benefit schemes.

The Royal Exchange runs two payrolls: One is weekly and processes payments for actors and stage management, whilst the other is the monthly payroll which is for the staff who are paid on a combination of salary and timesheets.

There are also freelancers who come onto the payroll for the duration of their control. For the monthly payroll we use a Payroll Bureau, and the Payroll Administrator is responsible providing accurate and timely information to the Bureau, and for liaising with RET departments to receive and share information.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 13 November

Finance Manager – Sheba Arts, closes 5 Nov

Salary:£28000 pro rata

Contract: Fixed term 12 month with strong possibility for extension Probation period: 1 month Hours of work: 14 hrs per week

Location: Manchester, M4 7HR. Flexible working can be considered

Pension: 3% employer, 5% employee

Other benefits: Access to training opportunities

An offer of employment is subject to receipt of two satisfactory references

Notice period: 2 weeks during probation period, 1 months thereafter

To apply, please provide your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet required specifications and attributes.

Application and monitoring form should be sent to admin@shebaarts.com by 5th of November 2023. Interviews will be held the week beginning 6th of Nov. We expect the person to start on 15th of Nov.

Everyone regardless of race, gender, class, disability or sexuality is welcome to apply.

If you have any questions about the role, please also email the above address.

Technical Trainer (FTC) – Factory International, closes 20 Nov

Closing date – 20 November 2023
Salary – £33-35,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Please note this is a 2-year fixed term contract

Technical Trainer has a primary focus on training delivery and a step change in the volume of employer led technical training, whilst maintaining quality and real-world student outcomes. Where Factory International takes on Creative Venue Technicians, they will continue to be supported by department heads, with the Technical Trainer offering end point assessment, rather than being deployed in this area.

The Technical Trainer will deliver inhouse technical training to new entrants. Covering a broad range of key skills, and co-ordinating master classes for key professions within the building (from freelance & touring professionals to key core staff).

They will supervise Factory Academy students working at a slower pace on part of a real fit up, enabling the students to be in the room, at an early stage of their training.

Whilst reporting into the Technical Manager for line management purposes, this role will also work closely with The Factory Academy.

To apply please visit: https://recruitment.factoryinternational.org/jobs/3268187-technical-trainer-ftc