Producer (Celtic Connections Programming) (Fixed Term)

Glasgow Life; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Producer for the renowned Celtic Connections festival. This role is pivotal in orchestrating an exciting festival programme that celebrates arts, music, and culture. You'll collaborate with a talented team, ensuring the seamless execution of events while liaising with diverse stakeholders. With a commitment to enhancing Glasgow's cultural reputation, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a celebrated festival that enriches the community and attracts visitors. Join us in making a meaningful impact through vibrant cultural experiences!

Benefits

30 days holiday plus 6.5 public holidays

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted Glasgow Club membership

Museum shop discounts

Option to buy extra annual leave

Qualifications

• Degree in arts/festival management or significant production experience.
• Strong project management and financial experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver the festival programme as a key team player.
• Support the Festival Manager and Creative Director in operations.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Financial Management

Festival Management

Knowledge of Folk Music

Education

Degree in Arts/Festival Management

Job description

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Ref no: GLA13589

Published: 02/05/2025

Closes: 18/05/2025

Location: Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3NY

Salary: £34,877.18 - £40,497.04 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Description

Celtic Connections has a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and analytical Producer (Celtic Connections Programming) to join the award-winning festival. You will be a key team player within the Celtic Connections team, providing support to the Festival Manager and Creative Director in delivering the programme for the festival. You’ll work with a small dynamic team, liaising with internal and external colleagues, departments, and suppliers. You will assist with the day-to-day running of the festival, supporting the production of a programme involving presentations, co-productions, and collaborations, and prepare relevant contracts, production arrangements, and the administration of agreements. This is a full-time, 35 hours per week, fixed-term contract until May 2028.

As a Producer, you will join our Celtic Connections Team, supporting arts, music, and cultural venues. Celtic Connections is part of Glasgow Life Arts & Music team, providing valuable and meaningful experiences through arts and music. Our high-quality services, world-class events, and festivals benefit Glasgow’s residents and visitors, promoting inclusion and happiness. More about us at our website.

Glasgow Life is a charity inspiring active, richer lives through culture and sport, staging events that enhance Glasgow’s reputation and visitor economy. Glasgow is the first city in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music and has been European Capital of Sport twice.

The role

As Producer (Celtic Connections Programming), you’ll be integral to planning, supporting, and delivering the festival programme. Reporting to the Celtic Connections Festival Manager, you will work alongside an established team. This role is supported by Creative Scotland.

The candidate

If interested, you’ll need:

• A degree in arts/festival management or significant festival/events production experience, training, or qualifications.
• In-depth knowledge of music, especially folk and world music.
• Strong project management and financial experience.
• Line management experience.
• Effective communication skills with diverse stakeholders.

Further details are available in the person specification under ‘Job Attachments’.

The significance of Celtic Connections to Scotland is notable artistically and culturally, ranking alongside Edinburgh International Festival as a top event for cultural tourism and music. The festival’s success relies on Glasgow’s vibrant cultural life. More at about Celtic Connections.

Our city-wide contracts offer flexibility to work at various locations. We support hybrid working arrangements, with team members working between the office and home, as agreed with your line manager. The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall office is well-connected by public transport.

This role involves 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with occasional weekend and evening work, especially in January.

We believe in the power of our programmes and events. If you want to contribute, we’d love to hear from you.

Important Dates

Closing date: 18th May. Interviews are scheduled for the week beginning 26th May.

Benefits at Glasgow Life

• 30 days holiday plus 6.5 public holidays (full-time). After 5 years, holiday entitlement increases to 35 days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Discounted Glasgow Club membership, museum shop discounts.
• Option to buy extra annual leave.
• And more!

Diversity at Glasgow Life

We aim to reflect Glasgow’s diversity in our workforce. Glasgow Life is committed to equality and invites candidates from all backgrounds. More at our website.

Application Packs

Alternative formats available upon request by calling 0141 287 1054. Packs will be sent within 3 working days. Please request early to meet the application deadline.

Further Information

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