Event Producer

Creative Scotland; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Event Producer to create and manage a vibrant programme celebrating a historic anniversary. This role involves collaborating with local councils and community organizations to deliver engaging events and activities. The successful candidate will enjoy a flexible working environment and the opportunity to contribute to a significant cultural milestone. Join a dynamic team dedicated to celebrating heritage through innovative programming. If you are an experienced events professional with a flair for creativity and collaboration, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme

28 days holiday

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in producing and managing events.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a quality programme of events.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders for successful execution.

Skills

Event Planning

Project Management

Communication Skills

Budget Management

Education

Degree in Event Management or related field

Tools

Event Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We're looking to recruit an experienced events producer to develop, deliver & promote a quality programme of events & activities to recognise the 800th anniversary of Dingwall becoming a Royal Burgh.

Fèis Rois is excited to be collaborating with The Highland Council, Dingwall Community Council, Dingwall Community Development Company and others to deliver a year of celebrations in 2026 to mark the 800th anniversary of Dingwall becoming a Royal Burgh. We are looking to recruit an experienced events producer to develop, deliver and promote a quality programme of events and activities to recognise this landmark anniversary for the town.

Job Title: Event Producer

Accountable to: Chief Executive, Fèis Rois

Working Hours: 28 hours per week, including evening and weekends when required (Please note that Fèis Rois operates a 4-day week and, as such, considers 28 hours to be full-time)

Location: Robertson House, Dingwall (Please note that Fèis Rois has flexible and hybrid working policies, so not all hours will need to be worked from Robertson House)

Salary: £29,269

Holidays: 28 days per year, inclusive of public holidays

Pension: You will be auto enrolled into a pension scheme. You will contribute 5% of your salary and Fèis Rois will contribute 5%.

Term: Fixed term for 12 months (with potential for extension to 23 months subject to funding)

RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

1. Friday 18th April 2025: Applications open
2. Monday 5th May 2025: Deadline for applications
3. Friday 9th May 2025: All applicants advised as to whether or not they have been selected for interview
4. Thursday 15th May 2025: Interviews take place in Robertson House, Dingwall
5. Friday 16th May 2025: Interviewed applicants are notified of the outcome of their application
6. w/c 19th May 2025: All interviewed applicants are offered feedback
7. Monday 2nd June 2025: Successful candidate in post*

*We are aware that this is an ambitious start date, and the successful candidate may be required to work a notice period in their existing employment.

If you would like to arrange an informal and confidential conversation about this opportunity, please contact Fiona Dalgetty ([e-mail]).

Please send your CV and 2 x A4 sides maximum outlining why you would like to take up this role, and what relevant experience you can bring to the post, to [e-mail] no later than 5pm on Monday 5th May 2025.

This post is funded by The Highland Council and the Scottish Government.

The deadline is Monday 05 May 2025 at 17:00.

TAGGED:
Festivals / Gaelic / Music / Traditional Arts