Creative Director

AEM Limited; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Roundhouse is seeking a Creative Director to lead its artistic vision and programming identity. This role will shape a distinctive, commercially ambitious year‑round offer with contemporary music at its heart, complemented by cross‑arts activity and digital work.

Working with the Chief Executive and Youth Director, the Creative Director will embed youth voice, participation and co‑creation into the programme, champion artists at all career stages and balance artistic ambition with audience

Job description

The Roundhouse is now seeking a Creative Director to lead the next chapter of its artistic vision and creative programming identity. This is an opportunity to shape a distinctive, commercially ambitious year-round offer with contemporary music at its heart, complemented by cross- arts activity and digital work. As the organisation develops its 10-Year Strategy, the Creative Director will help ensure its creative work reflects contemporary culture, reaches new audiences and supports the Roundhouse's charitable purpose.
Working closely with the Chief Executive and Youth Director, the Creative Director will make youth voice, participation and co-creation an integral part of the programme. They will champion artists at every career stage, creating space for experimentation, ambitious work and new talent. They will also balance artistic ambition with commercial performance, audience development and financial sustainability, as a member of the Executive Team.
We are looking for an experienced creative leader with a substantial track record in programming, producing, curation or artistic direction in a significant music-led, live performance or cultural organisation. You will understand contemporary music and live performance, and have the judgement to develop ambitious programmes that can be delivered at scale. You will bring experience of supporting artists, building partnerships and leading teams, alongside a commitment to inclusive practice and the value of youth participation in cultural programming.