Creative Director & Joint CEO

Cartwheel Arts; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic arts charity in Rochdale seeks a visionary Creative Director who will also serve as Joint CEO to lead its artistic and strategic direction. The role involves overseeing diverse projects that enhance community well-being and celebrate heritage. Applicants should have a proven track record in securing funds and experience in creative leadership. The position is hybrid, requiring in-person work 2-3 days a week. Competitive salary of £45,000 plus employer pension contribution, with a closing date for applications on Tuesday, 24 February.

Benefits

7.5% employer pension contribution

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record in securing funding and managing budgets.
• Experience in leading diverse creative projects.
• Ability to foster relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the artistic and strategic direction of the charity.
• Ensure the organization achieves its project objectives.
• Report to the Board of Trustees on strategic targets.

Skills

Creative leadership

Funding acquisition

Strategic development

Community engagement

Job description

Creative Director and Joint CEO

We are seeking a visionary Creative Director who will also act as joint CEO to lead the artistic and strategic direction of the charity.

For over 40 years, the organisation has used creative practice as a catalyst for social change, promoting inclusion and empowering diverse communities across the North West. The mission and vision is to co-create inclusive, artistic opportunities with diverse communities that enhance wellbeing and celebrate culture and heritage.

If this is something you are passionate about, then we would love to hear from you!

Position : Creative Director / Joint CEO

Location: Rochdale / Hybrid (in person 2-3 days per week, one of which must be a Wednesday)

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Salary: £45,000 plus a 7.5% employer pension contribution

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Tuesday 24 February at 5pm

Interview Date: Thursday 12 March in person in Heywood

The Role

The Creative Director (Joint CEO) is responsible for the artistic vision, creative, entrepreneurial and strategic leadership of the charity. You will work as an equal partner with the Managing Director (MD / Joint CEO), both reporting directly to the Board of Trustees to ensure that the organisation achieves its project objectives and strategic targets, while providing quality assurance of the work of the company.

Principal tasks and responsibilities include:

• Strategic Development
• Artistic Leadership
• Advocacy and Relationships
• Finance & Fundraising
• Company & Governance
• Management and leadership

About You

We are looking for an entrepreneurial leader with a proven track record in securing funding, overseeing complex budgets, and fostering productive relationships with a Board of Trustees, other partners and stakeholders. You will have a creative and cultural leadership style and with experience of programming that reaches diverse communities.

About the Organisation

Join a dynamic participatory arts charity based in Rochdale, dedicated to using creative practice as a catalyst for social change. For over 40 years the organisation has co-created inclusive, artistic opportunities with diverse communities that enhance wellbeing and celebrate culture and heritage. We call this Art for a Reason. Through a range of initiatives from Art for Wellbeing to community-led festivals, the team provide opportunities for people to explore their heritage, find their voice, and experience the transformative power of the arts. The vision is for a world where everyone has access and opportunities to create, participate and belong.

We particularly encourage applications from individuals who live in Rochdale and / or identify as being the global majority, disabled, neurodiverse and / or LGBTQ+ / and or non-binary communities. The successful candidate will be offered the post subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.

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