Public Programmes Producer

hireful; Dudley; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Dudley is looking for a Public Programmes Producer to create and deliver engaging programmes that showcase the history of the Black Country. Ideal candidates are creative and organized, with a track record in project delivery and community engagement. This full-time role offers competitive benefits including generous annual leave and a pension scheme, in a unique working environment that hosts public events and learning opportunities.

Benefits

Access to their 31 Acre Site

Generous Annual Leave Allowance

Contributory Pension Scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Retail Discounts via their Online Rewards Portal

Discounted Membership

Complimentary Entry Passes

Staff Discount Scheme

Free On-site Parking

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

Payment of Professional Subscriptions

Free Flu Jabs

Qualifications

• Proven track record of developing and delivering projects.
• Ability to work independently and with teams.
• Passion for storytelling about the Black Country.

Responsibilities

• Design and evaluate engaging programmes for diverse audiences.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure successful programme delivery.
• Forge relationships with artists and communities to enhance programmes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Creative thinking

Project delivery

Community engagement

Job description

Location: Dudley

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including occasional evenings and weekends

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Access to their 31 Acre Site
• Generous Annual Leave Allowance
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail Discounts via their Online Rewards Portal
• Discounted Membership
• Complimentary Entry Passes
• Staff Discount Scheme
• Free On-site Parking
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay
• Payment of Professional Subscriptions
• Free Flu Jabs

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to take on the role of Public Programmes Producer. Your passion and organisation will enable you to deliver a range of innovative and inspiring programmes which successfully engage audiences in the history of the Black Country.

What will you be doing?

• Designing, delivering and evaluating programmes for a range of audiences, including themed evening events, that showcase the best of their organisation.
• Collaborating with wider teams by delegating tasks, setting and meeting deadlines to ensure programmes are delivered successfully.
• Forging relationships and selecting artists and entertainers to develop programmes that are high quality and representative of their Black Country communities.
• Collaborating, consulting and co‑creating with our local communities to ensure programmes are relevant and diversify their audiences.
• Supporting the development of themes, characters and stories of their annual programme.
• Working alongside the Assistant Producers to distribute tasks, offer guidance and collaboration.

What are they looking for?

• A highly organised and creative individual with a proven track record of developing, delivering and evaluating projects and programmes.
• A record of successful achievement in a comparable organisation, specifically relevant to the purpose of the role.
• An ability to work independently as well as with internal teams, external partners and organisations to successfully deliver projects whilst balancing workload.
• Passion, enthusiasm and ideas for stories about the Black Country and creative ways to tell them to their audiences.

Who are they?

They are an award‑winning 31‑acre open‑air museum. Throughout their 47‑year history, their aim has always been clear: Inspiring your discovery of the Black Country. They ensure that the revolutionary story of the Black Country’s industrial landscape – the first ever of its kind in the UK – is celebrated by generations.

What can you expect?

• Unique Working environment: The Museum hosts seasonal, themed, and high‑profile events, as well as being regularly used for TV and Film locations.
• Opportunity to learn new skills.
• Competitive rewards & benefits.
• Supportive & inclusive work culture.
• Positive attitude to work‑life balance.

What are you waiting for? Begin your Journey now and apply using your most up-to-date CV.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment that celebrates the richness of the human experience. They are dedicated to eliminating bias and discrimination at every stage and encourage applicants to get in touch should they require reasonable adjustments during the interview process. They welcome applications from underrepresented groups and believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Their commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who may be at risk of harm.

Closing date: 19 January 2026

Interviews are expected to take place within 7 days of the closing date. Adjustments will be made should successful candidates be unable to attend.

As they say in the Black Country, tara‑a‑bit!

You may also have experience in the following: Public Engagement Curator, Programme Curator (Public Programmes), Audience Engagement Officer, Learning and Participation Manager, Community Engagement Producer, Public Events Producer, Engagement and Interpretation Officer, Cultural Programmes Coordinator, Public Programming Manager, Exhibitions and Events Producer, etc.

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