This is a new exciting entry level opportunity for a person interested in arts administration and production. In this role you will provide administrative and logistical support across the dx Production and Touring team. You will support the Executive Producer and Programme Officer in delivery of regular dx performance programme, International Dance Festival Birmingham events and dx Artist Development Programme including working with our Associate and Commissioned Artists. You will be also closely involved in administration and coordination of Jerwood Choreographic Research project activities.
We are looking for a self-motivated and confident individual with strong administration and organisational skills and an enthusiasm for dance. You will be a good communicator, self motivated and able to work as part of a team with a resilient, can-do approach to problem solving. You will have at least one-year experience in arts performance and/or arts administration environment.
Purpose of the Post
To provide high quality administrative support and coordination across Production and Touring Hub (PATH) programmes including Performance programme, Jerwood Choreographic Research project (JCRP) and Artist Development programme and International Dance Festival Birmingham (IDFB).
Key Responsibilities
- To provide general administrative duties across Production and Touring Hub programme
- To provide administrative support to the Executive Producer including scheduling and coordinating meetings, drafting and circulating newsletters and general information emails
- To assist the Executive Producer with administration, research and coordination of the Jerwood Choreographic Research Project
- To assist the Programme Officer with coordination and delivery of all performances and events in both The Patrick Centre and International Dance Festival Birmingham
- To assist the Programme Officer with coordination and delivery of all PATH activities including callouts, residencies, workshops and sharing events.
Closing date for applications is: Monday 16 January 2017, 12pm