The role of Programme Producer will offer a varied, inspiring environment, working alongside professionals and creatives to deliver an engaging programme for all. The ideal candidate for this role will be enthusiastic, organised and passionate about arts, community engagement and skills/talent development and have some managerial experience.
The role includes working on Local Voices, Creative Choices, an ambitious Worcester-wide programme which will produce a thriving new Creative Quarter, ensure under-served communities feel connected with Worcester’s cultural offer, provide inspirational, co-created festivals and support a skills and talent development programme for students and emerging artists. The role will also include working as part of Severn Arts’ Arts Development Team to develop partnerships and projects.
About the role:
* Full time
* Salary: £30,000 per annum
* Fixed term 2-year contract
* 5 weeks annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Based at Severn Arts offices, Worcester
Duties and Responsibilities:
The role will involve managing networking events and facilitating partnerships between artists, creative sector partners and students. It includes exploring ideas for a new incubator space for students transitioning from education into professional creative careers and working with a range of partners to ensure the smooth delivery of this aspect of the programme.
In addition, you will work as part of the Arts Development Team to develop partnerships, lead on commissions, produce events and identify new opportunities.
You will also support the evaluation team to measure the impact of the programme, assisting in collecting feedback and data.
Person Specification:
* Educated to A Level or NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience of working in a Project Management or Producer role at an appropriate level
* Experience in project coordination or project management
* Knowledge of the creative sector
* Experience of commissioning artists
* Experience of co-creation or community engagement projects
* Experience of managing projects with multiple partners
* Experience of supporting emerging artists and/or students in Further or Higher Education
* Strong organisational and event management skills with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
* Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
* Competency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
* Ability to support project delivery efficiently and maintain accurate records
For the full job description, person specification and more information, please download the candidate pack below:
Deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 4 August 2025.
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 13 August 2025 at Severn Arts’ offices.
If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, or you have any specific access requirements, please email recruitment@severnarts.org.uk or ring 01905 947300 and speak to the Office Manager to arrange a call.
Further Information:
If you’re interested in finding out more about this role, we will be holding a briefing session on Teams on 28 July at 3.30pm.
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