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Closing date: 30th October 2024Salary: £27,000Contract: The role is a&nbsp;full-time permanent position&nbsp;This is a superb opportunity to join a high-performing UK Sales team of an award-winning top 5 UK publisher.&nbsp;We are looking for an enthusiastic, well organised and confident communicator with excellent time-management skills and attention to detail to work within our fast-moving UK Sales department.&nbsp;Sales Assistants perform a key support role within the wider UK Sales team working across all Bloomsbury Consumer and Special Interest titles. The role will include assisting on the day-to-day administration and operations of the team and our customers. This particular appointment will support the Special Interest sales team and UK Area Sales Managers.Based in our Bedford Square office this will be a hybrid-working position and will report to the UK Head of Special Interest Sales.&nbsp;Key responsibilities<ul><li>General support for the Special Interest Sales Team and Area Sales Managers.</li><li>Processing customer, author and event orders and standing orders each month.</li><li>Liaising with distributor and other suppliers to ensure customer satisfaction, following up on delayed deliveries, shortages or other customer queries.</li><li>Arrange invoicing and direct deliveries for custom publishing projects and regular orders and ensuring deliveries meet customers’ expectations.</li><li>Ordering and managing the sending out of book and game samples, proofs, spinners, display racks, catalogues and other promotional material.</li><li>Checking cover proofs and templates for Herbert Press, Caravel, Osprey books, and Osprey games.</li><li>Managing stock levels for key selling titles to anticipate stock requirements for key customers.</li><li>Ordering of stock for office use, conferences, fairs, or other events.</li><li>Utilising internal and external systems to generate sales reports, including setting up and circulating daily, weekly and monthly sales trackers as well as ad hoc sales figures requests.</li><li>Updating internal systems, including Biblio, Sales Force and Adestra to ensure information, including customer contact details, is correct, up to date and compliant with GDPR regulations.</li><li>Creating and circulating order forms, promotional sales sheets, monthly newsletters and updating mailing lists for various SI lists.</li><li>Providing admin support to the Special Interest Sales Director, Head of Special Interest Sales, and Bloomsbury Sales team, including Area Sales Managers, when required, and running reports for publishers and M&amp;P departments.</li><li>Compiling both print and electronic versions of the AI packs and any other sales material required by Area Sales Managers, agents or in-house sales staff.</li><li>Producing promotional sales sheets for use by Area Sales Managers and other Sales staff using Adobe software.</li><li>Preparing and circulating materials and presentations, managing meeting invites and booking meeting rooms for the quarterly Sales Conferences and other sales meetings.</li><li>Coordinating dates for sales meetings and arranging accommodation and travel for Area Sales Managers.</li><li>Monitoring events schedule set up by publicity and placing stock orders, as well as following up to ensure stock is received on time.&nbsp;</li><li>Absence cover for colleagues as required e.g. holidays/Flexi Fridays.</li><li>Looking after a selected number of customers.</li><li>General ad hoc admin and wider UK sales Tasks.</li><li>Flexibility of hours might be needed for occasional out of hours work when travel and attendance of events such as fairs is needed.</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Excellent communicator who is confident with dealing with people at all levels, particularly on the phone and over email/video</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and focused on efficiency at all times</li><li>Excellent time-management, prioritisation and&nbsp;organisational skills, with a close eye for detail and keen awareness of deadlines</li><li>Experience of multi-tasking and&nbsp;prioritising a busy work-load with competing demands on your time</li><li>Ability to adapt to changing daily tasks</li><li>Strong numerical skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Teams</li><li>Proficient with systems such as Biblio, Nielsen, Cognos and Vista would be helpful</li><li>Experience in publishing or book trade environment helpful&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Additional informationThe role is based at&nbsp;our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred) with occasional visits to the Oxford office depending on schedule.&nbsp;Allocated office days for this role are: Monday &amp; TuesdayAs an Assistant role, this position is eligible for Bloomsbury’s Rental Deposit Loan Scheme. To assist candidates who want to start and to establish a career in publishing, Bloomsbury offers an interest-free rental deposit to support securing somewhere to live. The rental deposit loan can be up to £3,000 and will be paid back over 2 years.Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via clicking the 'Apply' detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 30th October 2024.&nbsp;Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;Unfortunately, Bloomsbury Publishing is unable to sponsor visa applications.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Head Office - London

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Bloomsbury Publishing UK: Bedford Square Office

Sales assistant, UK Special Interest

Closing date for applications: Thursday 31 October 2024&nbsp;Salary: £42,480 - £49,965 per annum&nbsp;First interviews: 11 &amp; 13 November 2024Second interviews: 18 &amp; 20 November 2024&nbsp;Be the driving force behind transforming diversity and inclusion in the film industry.We are looking for an experienced Inclusion Partner who will play a key role in delivering activity in line with the Inclusion strategy which form part of the BFI's wider strategic aims outlined in Screen Culture 2033. Inclusion at the BFI aims to move towards a more focused, sustainable, deep-rooted and authentic version of Diversity and Inclusion work in the film industry. The 3 key practices are: &nbsp;<ul><li>Community Building: build dynamic, intersectional spaces of understanding for persistently marginalised communities. &nbsp;</li><li>Access Enabling and Knowledge Sharing: utilise the BFI brand to support, legitimise and amplify the work of grassroots and community organisations and their beneficiaries.  &nbsp;</li><li>Consultancy and Advocacy: use our research, expertise and reputation to advocate for this work being undertaken in the right way by other organisations, agencies and businesses across the UK and internationally. &nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Key responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and implement activity to meet the Inclusion strategy that aligns with BFI's wider strategic aims outlined in Screen Culture 2033.&nbsp;</li><li>Developing excellent stakeholder and partner relationships both within the BFI and beyond to ensure joined up delivery for projects and collaborations and maximise the opportunities for diversity and inclusion at the BFI and within the industry.</li><li>Act as a passionate advocate for inclusion, both within BFI and externally, including speaking at events.</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Experience in the film or television industry, with a proven track record of driving inclusion and diversity efforts.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrable experience of managing complex external stakeholder relationships.&nbsp;</li><li>An investment in and proven track record of equitable and inclusive practice specifically including a commitment to being anti-racist and anti-ableist.</li></ul>A full list of responsibilities and minimum requirements can be found in the job description.&nbsp;&nbsp;About the BFI&nbsp;We are a cultural charity, a National Lottery distributor, and the UK’s lead organisation for film and the moving image. We believe society needs stories. Film, television and the moving image bring them to life, helping us connect and understand each other better. We share the stories of yesterday, search for the stories of today, and shape the stories of tomorrow.&nbsp;At the BFI you’ll enjoy benefits such as excellent support for working parents, 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and additional paid time off at Christmas), tickets to BFI festivals and events plus many others.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We support diversity and inclusion, and as an organisation recognise that we need to address under representation within our teams. As such we strongly welcome and encourage applicants from our under-represented groups; who identify as D/deaf and disabled and/or are Black and Global Majority. We guarantee a first interview to our under-represented groups who meet our minimum requirements.&nbsp;&nbsp;The employer reserves the right to close the listing and stop accepting applications sooner than the original deadline. Therefore we strongly recommend applying at the earliest opportunity.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

BFI Southbank

BFI Stephen Street

BFI National Archive

British Film Institute

Welcome to the BFI

Austenomics: BFI Video Essay

BFI Flare LGBTQIA+ Film Festival Trailer 2022

Inclusion partner

Closing date: 28th October 2024&nbsp;We are looking for a talented and experienced senior designer to join The Bright Agency.&nbsp;The Bright Agency is&nbsp;a global agency that nurtures passionate, gifted artists and authors.As part of a small, dynamic team, you'll work closely with the CEO and Senior Managers to create high-quality design solutions for branding, style guides and pitch decks for print and digital creative assets.Your portfolio will show a range of beautifully crafted designs for branding and pitching projects where you have led the work and been involved in conception. It will demonstrate that you are a creative and strategic thinker who loves getting into the design details and has a flair for creating design concepts in a visually effective and engaging way.&nbsp;You will be a team player who is ready to get stuck in and confident in communicating and presenting ideas.&nbsp;Key deliverables<ul><li>Responsible for the creative execution and delivery of brand vision, style guides and pitch decks.</li><li>Working to brief, budget and deadlines and taking concepts from inception to completion.</li><li>Skilled in creative problem solving with a willingness to take risks and push boundaries but with this willingness grounded in a strong commercial awareness.</li><li>Create and push for the highest standards of work in design and visual communication.</li><li>Find solutions that are creative and support business objectives.</li><li>On top of industry and market trends.</li></ul>&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Assisting in new business developments such as creating lookbooks for new licensing projects, delivering curated lightboxes, producing client and in-house presentations etc.</li><li>Creating portfolio sheets for trade shows, and liaising with freelancers when producing larger volumes of the portfolio sheets.</li><li>Producing and managing internal assets for corporate and internal branding, agency guidelines etc.</li><li>Creating and implementing deadlines, project goals, expectations and workflows, to ensure a smooth process with on-time delivery.</li><li>Managing procurement of print, large format production,&nbsp; and organising deliveries.</li><li>Curating image libraries and video, artwork and branding assets. Ensuring files are stored and named according to protocols.</li></ul>&nbsp;This role will include:<ul><li>Internal Stakeholders: Across the agency; CEO, the Board, Marketing and agency management</li><li>External Stakeholders: Print and Design companies and other third parties as required</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Design experience (ideally within the Publishing / Licensing environment)</li><li>Experience working with small and large clients that mix between corporate, startup and boutique.</li><li>Strong verbal and visual narrative and presentation skills.</li><li>A degree in a design-related field.</li><li>Has great experience in branding and building visual narratives and solid experience in designing creative assets for branding, pitch decks and style guides within the Publishing / Licensing / Creative industry.</li><li>Demonstrates strong experience in a previous graphic design role with a focus on branding, gained in environments delivering high quality, innovative and successful creative solutions across a wide variety for print and digital creative assets.</li><li>Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality concepts for branding, pitch decks and style guides.</li><li>Brand-focused designing the best and most effective creative solutions for the agency.</li><li>Strong computer literacy, highly proficient in Adobe CS suite including Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.</li><li>Understanding of design, prepress print processes for the development of concepts and press-ready artwork.</li><li>Hands-on graphic design, typography, compositional and technical skills.</li><li>Confident when presenting and pitching ideas to key stakeholders.</li><li>A creative and strategic thinker with good business sense.</li><li>Takes initiative and brings ideas to the table.</li><li>Is reliable, organised, enthusiastic and a team player.</li><li>Is organised, efficient and comfortable adapting across varying budgets and deadlines.</li><li>Able to generate unique and original ideas and to present work at different stages of a project.</li><li>Confidently communicates ideas and responds well to feedback.</li><li>Comfortable to work on their own as well as collaboratively as part of a team. You will be a team player, supporting your team members when required.</li><li>Thrives in a fast-paced environment, is adaptable and is comfortable with change.</li><li>A super strong creative flair, detail-focused but with an eye on the big picture.</li><li>You can take direction and are willing to listen, learn and share ideas with the team.</li></ul>Personal attributes<ul><li>Works well under pressure.</li><li>Has a can-do attitude and uses own initiative.</li><li>Is open to various types of feedback and flexible enough to accommodate required changes or suggestions.</li><li>Able to propose successful design solutions – can think independently / outside the box.</li><li>Understands and works well as both: team-player and independent creative depending on the project.</li></ul>&nbsp;To applyPlease apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to&nbsp;Michelle, inserting 'Designer' in the subject line. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;The employer reserves the right to close the listing and stop accepting applications sooner than the original deadline. Therefore we strongly recommend applying at the earliest opportunity.We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

The Bright Agency

Senior designer

Closing date for applications: 12pm, Thursday 7th November 2024Salary: £38,995.65Hours: 35 hours per week. Although additional hours may be necessary to fulfil the post’s requirements.&nbsp;Support creative and technical teams in delivering outstanding productions at the National Theatre.We are looking for a Deputy Production Manager&nbsp;to join the National Theatre Production and Technical Team on a 22-month Fixed Term Contract.This is a key role within the NT Production Office. You will work with the Production Managers to ensure the smooth delivery of NT productions to the highest standard at the Southbank site.Working on projects of all scales, you will ensure best use of the NT's systems and resources for the realisation of the technical elements of allocated shows.You may be required to “act up" as Production Manager as required and when mutually agreed, on projects specifically identified by the Production Managers and the Production and Technical Director.&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>To work alongside the Production Manager and Production Designers to ensure that the process towards Draft Design/ White Card creates a design that is within the parameters set for the project.</li><li>To support the accurate interpretation of the final design to ensure precise analysis of feasibility.</li><li>To work with the Production Manager to produce a detailed, fully deliverable budget, risk assessment and schedule.</li><li>To assist in monitoring the expenditure, progress chasing the manufacture, and clarifying any modification of all areas of the design.</li><li>To take an active role in the management of fit-ups, attend technical and other rehearsals at NT.</li><li>To assist in achieving Theatre Green Book standards regarding environmental sustainability.</li><li>To fulfil the role of "Production Manager" on allocated projects when it has been mutually agreed with the Production Managers and Head of Production that it would be appropriate.</li><li>To support the NT's communications objectives by sharing information with your manager, teams/colleagues as appropriate, whilst respecting confidentiality, so that you and your colleagues have all the information you need to perform your duties to the highest standards.</li><li>To comply with the NT’s Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety policies.</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Have a demonstrable record in the delivery of professional productions at the highest artistic and technical level including experience as a Production Manager or Deputy Production Manager.</li><li>Dedicated and committed with excellent focus and organisational skills, with the ability to demonstrate the application of excellent project management skills across several projects simultaneously.</li><li>A good working knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and their application to the theatre production process.</li><li>Budget literate with awareness of latest techniques and relevant regulations as applied to the preparation and staging of major productions in repertoire.</li><li>An excellent and confident communicator, who is comfortable working with both creative and technical teams.</li><li>The ability to demonstrate and communicate enthusiasm and professionalism in all aspects of this highly demanding job.</li><li>Interest and knowledge in sustainability and awareness of the Theatre Green Book.</li><li>Able to demonstrate a recognisable level of credibility within the industry.</li><li>IT and AutoCAD literate.</li><li>A degree in Technical Theatre and/or equivalent professional experience within a theatre environment.</li></ul>&nbsp;We support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies.The employer reserves the right to close the listing and stop accepting applications sooner than the original deadline. Therefore we strongly recommend applying at the earliest opportunity.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

National Theatre

Deputy production manager

Closing date: 23rd October at 11.59pmSalary: You’ll start on £27,500 per annum, plus benefits&nbsp;Do you get a kick out of helping people?&nbsp;We’re looking for an International Sales Operations Coordinator who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys variety in their job, to join the team on an 18-month Fixed Term basis.We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of the word publisher. Here, you’ll work with a breadth of talent who all play their part to make each of our books a success. Together, we make books for everyone because a book can change anyone.Sales Operations are involved in supporting the entire sales process from new title sell-in preparation to sales performance analysis.&nbsp; This means working closely with internal and external stakeholders, helping to ensure that orders reach customers at the right place, the right price and at the right time.In this exciting role, you’ll be responsible for helping to ensure the smooth-running of the International Sales Operations team.&nbsp; You’ll work across all our publishing lists – everything from fiction to non-fiction, by way of cookery, poetry and children’s – playing a key part in getting our stories into our customers’ hands.&nbsp; Tasks can vary from ensuring an order reaches Brazil in time for an event, to exploring supply options with our global PRH Group companies.&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Managing orders from our retail customers across the world</li><li>Checking data such as stock availability and delivery dates</li><li>Collaborating with colleagues in different departments, particularly Rights and Customer Services, to help deliver the best possible service to our customers</li><li>Managing the process of orders in SAP (one of our internal systems) whilst ensuring work is complete within deadlines and publication schedules</li><li>Producing reports in Excel and checking customer claims</li><li>Carrying out other ad hoc team support when required.</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>To succeed in the Coordinator role, you’ll need to be organised, proactive, and have great time management skills.</li><li>You’ll be working with customers as well as a range of colleagues in this role, so being a clear communicator and being friendly and helpful will mean that you’re able to go the extra mile.&nbsp;</li><li>We’re also looking for someone who is attentive to detail and able to balance urgent priorities alongside regular tasks. Being able to successfully manage deadlines will be key.</li><li>You'll be working with a variety of different systems,&nbsp;so while we’ll be happy to introduce you to our world and provide training, you’ll show us that you’re comfortable with technology and keen to learn.</li><li>You will need to have worked with MS Office before; strong Excel skills, are desirable for this role.</li></ul>&nbsp;Disability Confident: If you have opted into our disability confident scheme below is the minimum criteria you must meet to be considered for our interview scheme. Please note, there may be occasions where the volume of applicants means we can’t take all eligible candidates to interview.&nbsp;Minimum criteria<ul><li>Demonstrable interest in Sales Operations</li><li>Proven written ability showcased through your application</li><li>Experience/ Knowledge of MS Office Excel/Word/ Outlook</li><li>Demonstrable understanding of managing multiple stakeholders at varying seniorities</li><li>Demonstrable communication skills</li></ul>&nbsp;How to apply: Please apply with your CV &amp; Cover Letter by 23:59 on Wednesday 23rd October. As part of your Cover Letter, please tell us why you want to work in Sales Operations.Please note we will not accept applications that do not include a tailored cover letter – this is an important part of our assessment and is an opportunity for you to tell us more about your interest in the role and transferrable skills.We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please make sure that you state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.

London

Penguin Random House

The Publishing Process

Sales operations coordinator (18-month fixed term)

Closing date for applications: 30th October&nbsp;Reports to:&nbsp;Senior Production ControllerLocation:&nbsp;HYLO, Bunhill Row, London EC1YWorking pattern: Hybrid – minimum of two days per week in the office; up to three days per week working from homeDepartment:&nbsp;Trade Production&nbsp;Salary range:&nbsp;£27,000 - £30,000 per annum, depending on experience&nbsp;&nbsp;Looking to take the next step in your book production career? Join a creative and dynamic team working on an exciting mix of books, from vibrant colour titles to captivating mono fiction and non-fiction.Bonnier Books UK is looking to recruit a junior production or production controller to work across its varied imprints on a wide list of colour and mono tiles. This will include working on new titles, reprints and co-editions. We are looking for an organised and proactive individual who wants to build on their existing experience and who can deliver titles on schedule, within budget and to the required standards of quality.&nbsp;This role is an exciting opportunity to work across a wide variety of titles, from board books and pop ups to licensed products and mono trade fiction and non-fiction.&nbsp; The successful candidate will be happy to liaise directly with the creative teams for files and approvals and keen to build relationships with global printers. We would love someone to join our close-knit team in early 2025 as we&nbsp;move to brand new bespoke offices in a vibrant East London location, close to Old Street station.&nbsp;&nbsp;Key responsibilities<ul><li>Responsible for managing a list of front &amp; backlist titles, plus co-edition printings.</li><li>Supplying costs using scales or negotiating directly with established printer base.</li><li>Maintaining and updating Biblio schedules, experience of Biblio would be an advantage.</li><li>Raising purchase orders, reconciling and approving invoices.&nbsp;</li><li>Arranging freight as required.</li><li>Managing and checking co-editions and frontlist files, using our online portal for plotter checking and corrections stage of the process.</li><li>Closely monitoring schedules and keeping all co-editions on track to meet schedule dates.&nbsp;</li><li>Working with the in-house creative team on start-ups for new titles.&nbsp;</li><li>Organising colour proofing for new titles with our Reprographics house.</li><li>Supporting line manager and wider production team as required.&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Previous experience of working in a production department as a production assistant or junior controller for a minimum of six months would be preferred.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience of working on colour books; additional mono experience would be an advantage.</li><li>Experience of managing print scheduling.&nbsp;</li><li>Clear and effective communication skills with the ability to build and maintain excellent internal and external working relationships.</li></ul>&nbsp;We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please make sure that you state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.

LABS Victoria House

Igloo Books

Black & White Publishing

Bonnier Books UK (Head Office)

Bonnier Books UK

Junior production controller/production controller

Closing date: 22nd October 2024Salary: £27,500 per annum plus bonus and benefits&nbsp;We are looking for a proactive, efficient, and creative Editorial Assistant to work with Century fiction’s Publishing Director and Senior Commissioning Editor across a range of bestselling commercial authors.We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of the word publisher. Here, you’ll work with a breadth of talent who all play their part to make each of our books a success. Together, we make books for everyone because a book can change anyone.Century is the home of the best in brand and genre fiction, known for our industry-leading event publications. Last year Century fiction published 36 Sunday Times bestsellers which spent a total of 88 weeks in the bestseller lists. Our authors include James Patterson, Harlan Coben, Lisa Jewell, Anthony Horowitz, Tom Hindle, Katie Flynn, Paige Toon and Gill Hornby.Reporting to the Publishing Director, you will work on a number of Century’s bestselling titles across multiple genres.&nbsp;You will be an integral part of each author brand team, working closely with colleagues on a varied year-round programme of publishing.This role offers a fantastic opportunity to dive into the world of publishing. We're looking for someone inquisitive, capable of managing a variety of tasks, and eager to make a tangible impact on our department's efficiency. Join our busy, fun, and collaborative team. Your career development will be supported, and you'll have the chance to participate in a wide range of employee networks and access development schemes like mentoring.&nbsp;What you'll be doing<ul><li>Managing diaries.</li><li>Organising meetings.</li><li>Taking minutes.</li><li>Ensuring our publishing remains on critical path.</li><li>Liaising with the editorial management and production teams on book schedules.</li><li>Keeping internal systems up to date.</li><li>Prompting editors for material.</li><li>Organising submissions for literary prizes.</li><li>Working on back catalogue titles.</li><li>Researching cover briefs.</li><li>Sending out book proofs.</li></ul>&nbsp;What you’ll bring<ul><li>Exemplary organisational skills and an eagle eye for detail are essential for this role, as are strong administrative abilities to ensure multiple deadlines are met.</li><li>You should be agile and able to pivot quickly.</li><li>A can-do, enthusiastic attitude is crucial, along with the ability to work independently and under pressure.</li><li>The ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders and colleagues across the company is vital.</li><li>Previous experience in publishing isn't necessary, but a passion for commercial fiction is a must.</li></ul>&nbsp;Disability ConfidentIf you have opted into our disability confident scheme below is the minimum criteria you must meet to be considered for our interview scheme. Please note, there may be occasions where the volume of applicants means we can’t take all eligible candidates to interview.Minimum criteria<ul><li>Demonstrable interest in Century and the books we publish</li><li>Proven written ability showcased through your application</li><li>Experience/ Knowledge of MS Office Excel/Word/ Outlook</li><li>Demonstrable understanding of managing multiple stakeholders at varying seniorities</li><li>Demonstrable communication skills</li></ul>&nbsp;How to applyPlease apply with your CV and Cover Letter by 23:59 on Tuesday 22nd October. As part of your cover letter, please tell us about a recently published book you’ve read and why you enjoyed it (in no more than 200 words).We will not accept applications that do not include a tailored cover letter – this is an important part of our assessment and is an opportunity for you to tell us more about your interest in the role and transferrable skills.&nbsp;We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Editorial assistant, Century (Cornerstone)

Closing date: 4th November 2024Salary: £32,000 – £34,000 per annum&nbsp;If you’ve got a portfolio packed with creative ideas, this is the perfect opportunity for you...We are currently recruiting for an experienced Designer to join our Design Team on a full-time permanent basis.The successful candidate will contribute to creating high-quality, impactful work that helps to deliver marketing messages about our artistic programme, events and site; and supports the wider Southbank Centre.We are looking for someone with a portfolio of catchy ideas, and strong visual identities as well as having good graphic and visualisation skills, and is confident working with typography.The Design Studio works across most Departments of the Southbank Centre, from Marketing to Programming, Creative Engagement to Commercial. We are responsible for creating or approving the majority of visual outputs for the Southbank Centre, both on and off-site.&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Working collaboratively as a core member of the design team to produce creative and visually arresting campaigns and communications that talk appropriately to our audiences and complement the Southbank Centre brand</li><li>To create engaging design solutions for Southbank Centre communications across a broad range of media - online and offline</li><li>To keep a keen eye on the direction of Southbank Centre’s brand and identity and to apply it consistently and coherently across all platforms</li><li>To assist in the creation of design solutions to briefed projects, taking into account the target audience, budget and production schedules as specified in the briefing document</li><li>To work with internal clients to produce marketing materials consistent with lead campaign materials</li><li>To prepare finished artwork for production</li><li>Where appropriate to progress-chase and to supervise the working schedules of those commissioned</li><li>To assist and advise outside promoters in their use of Southbank Centre’s brand</li><li>To work closely with colleagues in the delivery of a flexible, responsive and client-focused design service</li><li>Any other duties as reasonably requested by your line manager and or Head of Department.</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Experience in a design studio environment, and/or working directly with clients</li><li>Experience of working with visual identities</li><li>Proven experience of designing and producing a wide range digital and printed assets, with attention to detail and adherence to brand guidelines</li><li>A good understanding of print production techniques, and experience of setting up artwork for print</li><li>Advanced fluency in Adobe Creative Suite – specifically InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator – and fluency in After Effects. Additional training can be provided through Skillshare</li><li>Able to demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and an ability to engage with the content of design materials</li><li>Be able to work independently or as part of a team</li><li>Experience of working to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to effectively manage and organise priorities and workload</li><li>Able to work quickly and accurately to meet long and short deadlines</li><li>Ability to prioritise across multiple projects</li><li>Able to effectively communicate at all levels</li><li>A good understanding of current design techniques, and aware of trends and industry developments</li><li>Able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the role that diversity and inclusion play in the activities of the Southbank Centre as a whole and in the work of this particular job.</li></ul>If you feel you have just some of the required skills and experience but meet the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply; we are very open to continuing the training and development of individuals who are self motivated to acquire new skills and knowledge relevant to the role.&nbsp;Benefits &amp; perksAs well as working at one of London's most popular and exciting sites the successful candidate will also benefit from the following:<ul><li>A min 5% employer’s pension contribution (rising to 9% depending on your employee contribution), from day 1 of employment</li><li>28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time employees)</li><li>Hybrid working model (3 days office working, 2 days from home)</li><li>Enhanced sick pay</li><li>Enhanced family leave benefits</li><li>Up to 30% discounts at onsite retail, food and beverage vendors</li><li>Staff ticket offers for Southbank Centre events</li><li>Free entry to Hayward Gallery</li><li>Free/discounted entry with other reciprocal organisations</li><li>Free staff yoga</li><li>Free access to emotional support from a confidential specialist Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7</li><li>Season ticket loan</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li></ul>&nbsp;We welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian or Ethnically Diverse background or those who are D/deaf or disabled. If you wish to discuss reasonable adjustments such as a BSL interpreter for your interview please indicate this on your application form. Interviews will take place at The Southbank Centre. If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or concerns you can also email <a href="mailto:hrteam@southbankcentre.co.uk" target="_blank">hrteam@southbankcentre.co.uk</a> and we will be in touch with you to make the necessary arrangements.By attracting people to work for us from a broad range of backgrounds with diverse attitudes, opinions and beliefs we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. The Southbank Centre is a warm and welcoming place to work, with great aspirations and ambitions to create great and accessible work for all. We pride ourselves in building a supportive environment to enable the development of our staff.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

The Southbank Centre

Designer

Closing date: 4th November 2024Salary: £32,000Hours: 35 per week exclusive of meal breaks, Additional hours at evenings and weekends may be required for which time in lieu may be granted. There are no extra payments for additional hours worked.&nbsp;Are you captivated by theatre, intrigued by Shakespeare, and experienced in casting?Shakespeare’s Globe is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join the Theatre &amp; Performance team as Casting Associate. The Casting Associate supports the Head of Casting in the casting of all productions for the Globe theatre, the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse and on tour, as well as casting for R&amp;D workshops, special events and one-off projects, in line with our casting principles.The role will also work closely with the Producing team, freelance Directors and Casting Directors, and will be part of the Theatre team.The successful candidate will have proven experience of casting, ideally in theatre. They will have a hands-on approach, with meticulous attention to detail and will ensure the Casting team are supported with an excellent understanding of the management and maintenance of accurate administrative systems and processes. Good knowledge of, and enthusiasm for, Shakespeare’s works are important in this varied and challenging role.&nbsp;&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Support and collaborate with the Head of Casting on the casting of all shows R&amp;Ds and other projects.&nbsp;</li><li>Deputise for the Head of Casting in the event of absence.</li><li>Make yourself familiar with the plays being cast.</li><li>Play an important role in supporting directors and being a resource to them.</li><li>Lead on the casting of cover actors and supernumeraries in line with the Cover Principles.</li><li>Be responsible for casting full productions, workshops, events, and R&amp;Ds where required, subject to experience and capacity.</li><li>Lead on the casting of children in line with guidelines relating to Children in Entertainment and Safeguarding Policy and Procedure and to liaise with the Senior Producers regarding licensing arrangements.</li><li>Run, be present in and read in on auditions when required.</li><li>Carry out administrative duties for the department including but not limited to: checking the availabilities of actors; scheduling auditions and overseeing audition days; booking in and setting up audition spaces and co-ordinating diaries and meetings; keeping departmental databases updated.</li><li>Oversee and support the child licencing process, in collaboration with General &amp; Company Management, including appointment of chaperones, scheduling, liaising with parents, schools and licencing authorities.</li><li>Maintain a diary of key Drama School productions and showcases, attend and give feedback as required.</li><li>Keep the Theatre Department and other internal departments informed of casting updates clearly and efficiently by producing and updating cast lists, contact sheets, photo sheets and actors’ details for each production.</li><li>Be a point of contact for the high volume of submissions from agents and actors, and to be responsible for the efficient streamlining of such enquiries.</li><li>Cultivate and maintain good working relationships with actors, actors’ agents, directors, drama schools.</li><li>Attend Globe productions (First Preview, Press Night, Final Night).</li><li>Regularly attend theatre productions. drama school showcases and understudy runs and to cover as much TV/film as possible; to continuously increase exposure to and continue to develop knowledge of actors, creatives, and the wider industry best practice.</li><li>Participate in the collection and collation of statistics surrounding the casting process.</li><li>Undertake any other duties which may be reasonably required.</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Proven experience of working in casting, ideally in theatre.</li><li>Demonstrable knowledge of actors currently working in theatre, television and film and the wider theatre ecology.</li><li>Demonstrable passion for and knowledge of Shakespeare, text and performance.</li><li>Ability to work accurately with meticulous attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>A professional, friendly and confident manner at all times, in verbal and written communication.</li><li>Ability to handle delicate situations with emotional resilience, tact and sensitivity.</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality and complete discretion.</li><li>Commitment to flexible working hours.</li><li>Ability to work on own initiative, effectively under pressure and prioritise effectively.</li><li>Excellent administrative and organisational skills with a strong attention to detail and a solid understanding of Office 365, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word.</li><li>Effective team player.</li><li>A flexible, hands-on approach with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.</li><li>A passion for new writing and interest in seeing new plays.</li></ul>&nbsp;The employer reserves the right to close the listing and stop accepting applications sooner than the original deadline. Therefore we strongly recommend applying at the earliest opportunity.We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Shakespeare's Globe

Casting associate

Closing date: 22nd October 2024Salary: Starting from £29,000&nbsp;&nbsp;Be part of an award-winning and vibrant team focused on international sales of books in the English language.Our focus is on maximising the global reach of our fantastic publishing programme and fostering strong relationships with partners throughout the bookselling chain, from major retailers and distributors through to influencers and independent booksellers.&nbsp;As an International Sales and Marketing Executive, you'll be an integral part of the International Sales Team. You will support our efforts in marketing, publicity, and sales, helping to broaden our reach directly to retailers and consumers. You'll work closely with the Head of International Sales to create powerful marketing materials, manage digital assets, and enhance our sales strategy, contributing significantly to our team's objectives and priorities.&nbsp;Key responsibilities<ul><li>Support the Head of International Sales on the briefing and creation of ad hoc catalogues, adverts, digital assets, point-of-sale, and general marketing materials</li><li>Distribute sales materials and maintain regular communication with sister companies and key accounts</li><li>Drive content plan and track engagement with the Pan Macmillan Export Instagram</li><li>Provide administrative and logistic support for book fairs and author events</li><li>Enhance direct-to-consumer engagement by developing an international influencer network, managing NetGalley and blogger requests, and maintaining a tracker for literary festival appearances to support targeted publicity efforts</li><li>Support retailer engagement through digital asset coordination and author video promotions</li><li>Analyse engagement and manage a selection of digital newsletters, ensuring effective communication of new titles.</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Excellent administration and organisational skills&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to multitask, juggle a busy workload, and stay calm under pressure&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to communicate confidently and build strong working relationships</li><li>Strong attention to detail&nbsp;</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to react quickly when required</li><li>Design skills and experience working with Canva or Photoshop</li><li>Passion for books.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience with working to deadlines</li><li>Have used or are familiar with Google for Work (Gmail and Google applications)</li><li>Experience working as a bookseller or in publishing.</li></ul>&nbsp;What you’ll get in returnIn return we can offer you a range of great projects, a supportive and collaborative working environment as well as a competitive salary and benefits package.Some of the benefits we offer:<ul><li>28 days’ annual leave increasing with years of service + bank holidays</li><li>Generous pension scheme</li><li>Discounted private medical insurance</li><li>Group income protection scheme</li><li>Enhanced family pay and leave</li><li>Flexible working hours and summer hours (early finish on a Friday during summer months)</li><li>2 Volunteer Days per year</li><li>75% off all Pan Macmillan books and regular staff book sales (highly reduced rates)</li><li>Season ticket loan/advance</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Discounts on shopping, Tastecard+ and gym memberships; Christmas club savings</li><li>Daily free breakfast and monthly company lunch</li></ul>This is a full-time, permanent role, and will be based in our offices in Farringdon, London, with some flexibility to work from home each week.All applicants must be able to demonstrate the right to live and work in the UK in order to be considered for this role. &nbsp;At Pan Macmillan, we are highly committed to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We&nbsp;welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. Our efforts to promote DEI are ongoing, and we continually strive to learn and improve our policies and practices. You can read our full Diversity &amp;&nbsp;Inclusion Pledge <a href="https://www.panmacmillan.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion" target="_blank">here</a>.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.Please note that all personal information which we process in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice available <a href="https://panmacmillan.com/recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">here</a>. Please read our Recruitment Privacy Notice before submitting your application.

Pan Macmillan

International sales and marketing executive

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