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Interim Theatre Manager & Programmer

Employer
Chelmsford City Council
Location
Chelmsford, Essex
Salary
Grade 10 - £43,836 to £48,309 per annum
Closing date
23 Oct 2021

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Contract Type
Contract

Job Details

Do you believe in the power of arts, culture and heritage to enrich our lives, improve our health and wellbeing, and increase our civic pride?  

Chelmsford Theatres is undergoing a major transformation in the lead up to its 60th anniversary in September 2022. We’re investing in capital improvements, developing an ambitious programme of co-productions, talent development, outreach, and outdoor events.  

We have an exciting opportunity for an Interim Theatres Manager & Programmer to join us and oversee our day-to-day operations. You will have the experience to lead and manage a dynamic team of front of house, technical and production staff to deliver quality theatre and events experiences for our customers. You’ll need to remain calm under pressure, as well as being the friendly and welcoming face of the Theatre. 

You’ll also need experience in programming and promoting theatre shows and events. You’ll also have experience in  managing budgets, be an effective and efficient administrator as well as  ensuring policies and procedures are followed. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the development of Chelmsford Theatre, placing our venue at the centre of the city’s recovery from the pandemic.

Most importantly you will be an ambassador for Theatre and the Arts working to support Chelmsford City’s Cultural Services Manager to develop and deliver an exciting, inclusive theatre - working in a multi-disciplinary and highly driven team within an ambitious local authority who are working hard to raise Chelmsford’s cultural profile. 

Essential requirements:

• Experience of working within a theatre 

• Staff and resource management experience

• A good knowledge of the theatre audiences and the segmentations, as well as commercialisation with potential opportunities to develop new income streams

• The posts will involve lone working, late evening, weekend and bank holiday working as required.

If you are keen to ignite a passion for Chelmsford and want to help us shape its future as a great place to live and work, whilst also enhancing the Theatre’s profile as a visitor destination, then this is your opportunity.  

Interviews for the role will be held on 27th to 29th October 2021

Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment vetting which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with the Disclosure and Barring Service process.

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Working at Chelmsford City Council

Chelmsford City Council’s core objectives are to provide high quality public spaces and increase the quality of life of the citizens. Chelmsford is also committed to promote a more sustainable and healthier environment.

As employer, Chelmsford has a strong focus on career growth and skills development, offering a variety of training opportunities for staff. 

Why work for Chelmsford?

  • Competitive salary.
  • Great railway connections.
  • Interest free loans for bus or train season tickets.
  • Training and development.
  • Employees will have cash plan scheme to cover healthcare costs, such as dental or optical costs.
  • Generous annual leave allowance.
  • Work/life balance.
Company info
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Telephone
01245 606606
Location
Civic Centre
Duke Street
Essex
GB

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