Job Description
Celtic Connections has a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and analytical Producer (Celtic Connections Programming) to join the award-winning festival. You will be a key team player within the Celtic Connections team, providing support to Festival Manager and Creative Director in delivering the programme for the festival. You’ll work with a small dynamic team using your skills to liaise with internal and external colleagues, departments and suppliers. You will assist with the day to day running of the festival, supporting the production of a programme involving presentations, co-productions and collaborations and prepare relevant contract, production arrangements and the administration of the agreements. This is a 35 hours per week full time / fixed term contract until May .
As a Producer you will be joining our in-demand Celtic Connections Team. You will be part of a dedicated team which supports Arts, Music and Cultural Venues. Celtic Connections is part of the Glasgow Life Arts & Music team. We provide people with valuable and meaningful experiences through arts and music. Our high-quality services, world-class events and festivals benefit the people of Glasgow. We help people experience the benefits of taking part in cultural programmes and events. These contribute to Glasgow's visitor economy. We make sure everyone gets the most out of Glasgow Life and use culture to promote inclusion and happiness. Read more on our website.
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.
The role
As Producer (Celtic Connections Programming) you’ll be an integral part of the team by planning, supporting and delivering in the production of a programme involving presentations, co-productions and collaborations. Reporting to the Celtic Connections Festival Manager and working alongside an established team. This role is supported by Creative Scotland.
The candidate
If you’re interested in joining us as a Producer (Celtic Connections Programming) you’ll need:
• Degree in arts/festival management and/or significant festival/events production experience, training or qualifications.
• In depth knowledge of music, and in particular, folk and world music
• Strong project management and finance experience/knowledge.
• Line management experience
• The ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘