The SeaChange Trust
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title:
Senior Producer
Hours:
Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Reports to:
Chief Executive
Direct Reports:
Producer, Community Programme Co-ordinator, Coasters Project
Development Manager, Caretaker
Starting Salary: £31,000-£35,000 depending on experience
SeaChange Arts
SeaChange Arts provides transformational opportunities for artists and communities by
supporting, hosting and delivering world class international circus and street arts projects and
events. Our vision is to create in Great Yarmouth an International Centre of Excellence for
circus and street arts creation, training and delivery, to be a UK and European leader in
development of the sector and a major gateway with Europe and the rest of the world. The
organisation has established itself as a visionary leader in the sector and following a decade
of exciting growth and development we are looking to build further on our achievements,
deliver great new work and break new ground in a fast—changing context.
Our work encompasses:
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The Drill House – a recently refurbished 15,000 square foot, 800 audience capacity
Creation Centre housing artists in residence, participatory activities and events
The Out There International Festival of Street Arts and Circus – now approaching its
10th edition, this is one of foremost festivals of its kind in the UK
A growing year round program of projects, events and commissions
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Extensive international and national network partnerships including the Without
Walls outdoor arts consortium, ‘Coasters’ – a touring network across coastal towns
and the ‘Up and Out’ Creation Residency network
Main focus of the role:
The Senior Producer will lead the planning and delivery of SeaChange’s programme of artistic
and participatory programs of activity working closely with the Chief Executive/Artistic
director and other members of the team.
Principle tasks:
Strategic:
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Develop and deliver a coherent year-round programme of inspiring and engaging outdoor
arts events produced in collaboration with community members and professional artists
Develop and deliver a coherent year-round programme of inspiring and engaging regular
events at the Drill House produced in collaboration with community members and
professional artists to engage different sectors of the local and regional community and
informed by SeaChange Arts Audience Development Plan
Work in partnership with national and international companies, producers and other
festivals to develop the SeaChange Arts program and identify opportunities for touring
work regionally, nationally and internationally
Commission inspiring and engaging outdoor arts and indoor/outdoor circus events
produced in collaboration with community members and professional artists
Develop SeaChange’s role as a producer of exceptional outdoor arts and circus, working
with artists to co-produce new shows and projects and secure funding and resources
Work in partnership with other arts organisations to bring together a wide range of skills
and experience to support artists in producing work, including commissioning and
presenting new work
Support the continual professional development of artists by identifying and creating
opportunities for training
Build the role of SeaChange and the Out There Festival as a key focus and gateway for
the sector on a national and international level
Seek and develop opportunities for SeaChange to produce festivals and events in other
locations
Projects:
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In collaboration with the Chief Executive program and produce the annual Out There
Festival
Grow community engagement with the Out There Festival Programme through a
program of participatory performances as part of the festival program
Develop a financial model and fundraising strategy which enables the delivery of a ‘core’
festival program and additional projects
Oversee artist’s residencies and events based in the Drill House
Work with the Community Programme Co-ordinator and resident companies to devise a
program of regular creative activity in the Drill House. Oversee the Community
Programme Co-ordinator to deliver this program
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Program and produce festivals and events around the country as required
Operational:
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Work with the Development Director to allocate and monitor project budgets and
maintain financial and project recording systems to enable effective and efficient
reporting to funders and the board of trustees
Ensure all work is delivered in line with SeaChange Arts policies and procedures.
Work with team members on marketing and promotion of events including inputting into
marketing plans, copywriting and proofing marketing materials.
Contribute to the evaluation of projects including collation of monitoring information and
undertaking evaluation with artists, companies and the community
Oversee the management of volunteers/work placements recruited to support the
delivery of events and artistic activity
Implementation of performance management systems for direct reports including
monthly reviews and 6 month/annual appraisals and identification of training needs
Manage freelance staff as required
Oversee the Drill House operations, facilities and equipment and associated staff,
ensuring that they are enabled to carry out their tasks efficiently and effectively and all
training needs are met for the efficient, effective and safe running of the building
Develop, maintain and manage Drill House Health and Safety Policies, operations manual,
risk assessment and licenses
Oversee the efficient and effective management of the storage of equipment in the Ice
House and SeaChange’s other spaces.
Continual Professional Development and Training:
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Undertake relevant training and professional development to fulfil all aspects of the role
including maintaining an in-date First Aid qualification.
Any other duties reasonably compatible with/arising from the duties specified above and
in line with the scope of the post.
Maintain an up to date DBS check status
REVIEW ARRANGEMENTS
SeaChange Arts is a fast developing organization and it is to be expected that this post may
change and evolve over time. Changes to the role will be subject to periodic review in
consultation with the post holder.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
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At least 2 years experience of leading and inspiring a team in delivering arts projects
and events
Experience of event management and planning, including working with a wide range
of external contractors, partners and bodies
Experience of programming, producing new work and developing audiences
A passion for the performing arts and a commitment to achieving artistic excellence
and fantastic audience experiences
Understanding of the Arts funding systems including Arts Council funding
Experience of managing participatory arts experiences for communities
Experience and understanding of venue management and operations
Excellent planning, organizational and communication skills
Experience of setting and managing large budgets
Understanding and experience of security, safety and licensing issues for indoor and
outdoor events
Ability to represent the organization effectively across a range of contexts including
meetings with stakeholders, partners, artists, funders and the general public
Experience in managing volunteers
Team player with a consistent positive attitude
Numerate and experienced in common office software
Good level administrative skills
Ability to deal confidently and positively with people of all levels across a wide range
of contexts
Ability to meet demanding targets within tight deadlines and work under pressure
A high level of self-motivation
Ability to think creatively and solve problems
Desirable
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Experience and tenacity in resource development – initiating projects from scratch,
fundraising and realizing projects
Experience in commercial operations
Conditions
Contract Type:
Hours:
Main working location:
Annual Leave:
Permanent
37.5 hours per week. The post will involve weekend,
evening and late-night working for which no
additional remuneration will be offered; SeaChange
Arts operates a Time Off In Lieu system.
The Drill House, York Road, Great Yarmouth NR30 2LZ
The annual leave period runs from April to March
and you will be entitled to 25 days holiday (Pro Rata)
per year plus Bank Holidays Notice Period Three
months
Appointment Procedure
Please note applications can only be considered if they are submitted by email or hard copy
by the closing date.
To apply for this vacancy please email [email protected]
The closing date for the receipt of completed application forms is: 5pm Tuesday 23 May
The anticipated date of interview is Monday June 5