Box Office and Customer Service Assistant
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Deadline: 29 March 2026 at 23:55
To deliver excellent customer service to audiences and ticket buyers in the lead up to and during their Tattoo experience.
Overview
About the Tattoo: Behind every Tattoo performance is an extraordinary Cast and Crew. Our success is built on the energy, professionalism and passion of the people who make it happen. Together, we create an unforgettable experience for our audience while proudly supporting Military and Arts charities. Working with us means being part of something truly special. It’s fast-paced, inspiring and full of opportunity - a chance to build skills, make lasting friendships, and contribute to an internationally renowned event.
Duration: This is a temporary position from 2 June 2026 to 29 August 2026 (with the possibility of an extension depending on our business needs and your availability).
You will work a minimum of 25 hours, usually between 11:30-16:30 Monday to Friday until 5 August. From 6 August, you will work a minimum of 39 hours per week, 11:30-22:00 Monday to Saturday. Hours from 6 August will be allocated on a rota basis.
In addition, there will be one evening of mandatory training which will take place in July and attendance at the Preview Performance on Thursday 6 August at 21:30.
Responsibilities
* Provide excellent customer service and communication through our Box Office by email, telephone and face to face with members of the public and travel trade from around the world.
* Assist in the processing of orders for Tattoo tickets, hospitality packages, memberships and merchandise.
* Carry out administrative ticket sales tasks, including data logging.
* Help customers with online bookings, accessing their mobile tickets, offering their tickets for resale and other ticketing enquiries.
* Prepare and despatch Tattoo tickets and passes.
* Aid customers with queries at the Tattoo venue.
Essential Criteria
* Previous experience of, and a genuine desire to work in a customer service environment
* Welcoming and friendly.
* Hardworking and reliable with a flexible approach.
* Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
* Excellent administrative and IT skills including use of Microsoft Office.
* Can work under pressure both as part of a team and without supervision.
Located at: 1-3 Cockburn Street and Satellite Venue in Edinburgh City Centre
Rate of Pay: £13.45 per hour
Please visit our website for the full role description and details on how to apply!
The deadline is Sunday 29 March 2026 at 23:55.
TAGGED: Festivals / Music / Theatre / Traditional Arts / Visual Arts
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