FORMAT Festival Producer

Quad; Derby; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inspiring team as a FORMAT Festival Producer at a leading international photography festival. This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a major biennale festival, overseeing exhibitions, managing events, and coordinating a dedicated team of volunteers. As part of a dynamic charity focused on contemporary art and intercultural dialogue, you will play a crucial role in delivering a program that engages diverse audiences and supports artists. If you are passionate about the arts and have a flair for project management, this is the perfect chance to make a significant impact in the cultural landscape of the UK.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Access to arts events

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in producing large-scale events, particularly in the arts.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of the FORMAT biennale festival and related events.
• Manage volunteers and coordinate with the core team for festival operations.

Skills

Project Management

Event Coordination

Communication

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Education

Degree in Arts Management or related field

Experience in Event Production

Tools

Project Management Software

Communication Tools

Job description

Vibrant, inspiring and varied place to work

Join the team at QUAD: FORMAT Festival Producer

Closing date for applications: Sunday 8 December 2024, 23:59 (GMT)

Freelance Fee: £9,000 (based on an estimated 60 days during the period from mid December 2024 to end of May 2025); monthly payments.

QUAD and FORMAT International Photography Festival is seeking an experienced and ambitious Producer to join the team in December 2024 to play a key role in the delivery of the main FORMAT biennale festival that will take place in Derby from 13 March to end of March 2025 (with some exhibitions continuing after this date). The Producer will work closely with the core team on the lead up to and during the festival, with additional reporting and evaluation work post the festival being completed up to the end of May 2025. The successful applicant will support the team in the effective operations of the festival and delivery of related programme outputs. They will help drive the programme forward with a specific focus on overseeing select exhibitions for the festival; managing a small group of volunteers, and managing delivery of select key events, plus the conference and Photobook Market.

FORMAT International Photography Festival is the UK’s largest biennale festival of photography and related media, and a leading international platform for supporting the development, production and presentation of ambitious new work by artists in the UK and internationally that includes exhibitions, publicly sited commissions, conferences, talks, workshops, residencies, and the FORMAT International Portfolio Review. FORMAT is based at QUAD, where it is an integral year on year offer to local, regional and international audiences.

QUAD is an international centre for engagement in contemporary art and film, based in Derby. QUAD is a charity focused on intercultural dialogue through supporting diverse audiences to engage, develop skills and contribute to contemporary culture.

To apply please forward the following to [e-mail] with ‘FORMATProducer’ in the subject line or post it to Peter Bonnell, QUAD, Market Place, Derby DE1 3AS:

1. CV (maximum 4 sides of A4)
2. Covering letter explaining why you are interested in this post and how your previous experience and future ambition qualify you for the role (maximum 2 sides of A4)

Access Requirements
We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities – if you have a disability and need help with the application process or would prefer to send your application in an alternative format (such as filmed application, or audio only) please contact Peter on the email above.

Interview Date(s): On either 12 or 13 December 2024 (Please advise if you are unavailable on any dates that specific week. We will make provision for access needs as appropriate).

Role in place: mid-December 2024

Location: QUAD

Position: FORMAT Festival Producer

Hourly Rate: Fixed Term Freelance Fee: £9,000 (based on an estimated 60 days during the period from mid December 2024 to end of May 2025); monthly payments.