Event Manager – Lake District Music Summer Festival
This role offers you the opportunity to be responsible for:
* Undertaking responsibility for Front of House management, managing Event Assistants and volunteers
* Ensuring the smooth running of all concerts, masterclasses, workshops and events
* Preparing door sales Box Office points in advance of the arrival of Box Office staff
* Ensuring LDM meets its Health & Safety obligations
* Preparing comprehensive documents for Front of House staff at all venues
* Briefing all Front of House staff, including staff and volunteers, on their specific duties
* Providing high-quality customer service and dealing with any enquiries, complaints and emergencies
* Greeting sponsors and VIPs
* Counting and documenting all Front of House sales
* Managing all Front of House cash floats
* Assisting the Box Office in second‑counting all ticket and Front of House takings
This position is ideal for those wishing to develop their experience working hands‑on in the arts sector. Applicants are required to be available for the entirety of the period covering from lunchtime Tuesday 28 July until the afternoon of Monday 10 August 2026.
Event managers will receive a fee of £1,000 in return for their services during the festival. Accommodation will be provided at the University of Cumbria campus in Ambleside, breakfast is provided, and expenses are paid. All team members will receive first aid training (gaining a qualification valid for 3 years).
A knowledge of classical music, having a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are all preferable, but not necessarily essential.
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