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Closing date: 29th July 2025Salary: £8,642.40 per annumDuration:&nbsp;Fixed term contract, Oct 2025 – Aug 2026&nbsp;Hours: Usual working hours are Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11am–3pmResponsible to: Education manager (Take the Lead)Location: The Old Vic, 103 The Cut, London, SE1 8NB Keen to kickstart your career in theatre? This exciting internship programme is designed to support young people with learning disabilities and a passion for the arts into the creative workforce.As an education and community intern, you will support with the administration and delivery of our Take the Lead programme. Take the Lead is a free employability programme from The Old Vic for students in years 11–13 that uses theatre techniques and creative workshops to build on five core skills: communication, self-management, self-belief, teamwork and problem-solving. Key areas of responsibilityThe education and community intern will support the education manager (Take the Lead) by:<ul><li>Supporting with workshop and event delivery, setting up the space, greeting and signing-in participants and helping to pack down events and workshops.</li><li>Preparing workshop resources.</li><li>Undertaking data entry and research.</li><li>Supporting with email communication with schools and external partners.</li><li>Data entry of evaluation and equal opportunities forms.</li><li>Research and update our database of contacts to support with recruitment for the following year.</li><li>Attending regular all staff meetings</li><li>Representing The Old Vic at various events and ensure its reputation is maintained</li></ul>There will also be the opportunity to shadow and support other members of the education and community team and other departments in the theatre, depending on the interests of the candidate.This is not an exhaustive list of duties, and we may, at any time, allocate other tasks which are of a similar nature or level. What we are looking forEssential – for this role you should:<ul><li>Be interested in theatre</li><li>Be interested in working with young people and community engagement</li><li>Be interested in learning about office administration</li><li>Have some experience of Microsoft or willingness to learn</li><li>Have a positive attitude towards learning</li><li>Have a learning disability</li><li>Be aged 18-29</li><li>Live in the John Lyons Charity’s Beneficial Area: Barnet, Brent, Camden, Ealing, Hammersmith &amp; Fulham, Harrow, Kensington &amp; Chelsea and the Cities of London and Westminster.</li></ul>The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS check as the role may interact with vulnerable adults and/or children. Benefits<ul><li>Flexible working and a company culture that promotes good work/life balance</li><li>Access to mental health support</li><li>Access to free therapy with Self Space</li><li>Commitment to learning, education and development</li><li>Complimentary tickets for you and a guest to Old Vic preview productions</li><li>Enhanced Annual</li><li>Festive day – discretionary additional day off around Christmas to spend with loved ones</li><li>Time to volunteer – one day per year to support a charity or project of your choosing</li><li>Cycle 2 work scheme</li><li>Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental pay</li><li>Staff social events</li></ul> Eligibility criteriaThis role is funded by the John Lyons Charity Inclusive Internship fund and is aimed at supporting young people with learning disabilities into the creative workforce. You should only apply for this role if you:<ul><li>Have a learning disability</li><li>Are aged 18-29</li><li>Live in one of the following London boroughs: Barnet, Brent, Camden, Ealing, Hammersmith &amp; Fulham, Harrow, Kensington &amp; Chelsea and the Cities of London and Westminster.  </li></ul>In addition, the successful candidate will be supported in the role by Pursuing Independent Paths (PIP) who will provide job coaching and support to the successful candidate.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

The Old Vic Theatre

Education and community intern

Closing date: Friday 25th JulySalary: £31,000-£41,000 pa, depending on skills and experienceContract: The role is a full-time, 12-month fixed term contract starting in October 2025. &nbsp;This key role will be pivotal in producing compelling, market-focused textbooks and digital resources for Politics and IR students and lecturers.&nbsp;Part of Bloomsbury Academic, the Bloomsbury Politics team publishes high quality and innovative textbooks and learning resources for university-level students across the world. Our mission is to develop relevant and impactful course content that meets the needs of educators and supports the success of today's students.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commissioning Editor to join the friendly Editorial team for a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover), commissioning for and managing a prestigious, market-leading Politics and International Relations list.&nbsp;The role<ul><li>Commissioning new projects (print and digital) and new editions under the supervision of the Publisher to agreed revenue targets</li><li>Conducting and briefing competitor and market research</li><li>Working closely with authors, series editors, academic advisors and reviewers</li><li>Networking with lecturers and potential authors through desk research, conferences and campus visits</li><li>Collaborating with colleagues in Editorial, Digital, Development, Production, Marketing and Sales</li><li>Overseeing the entire publishing process from initial concept through to final publication</li><li>Negotiating contracts</li><li>Ensuring key publishing deadlines are achieved</li><li>Presenting projects at internal meetings and company-wide sales conferences</li><li>Ensuring systems are kept up-to-date and accurate</li><li>Supervising and delegating to the Editorial Assistant in the team</li></ul> &nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Demonstrable commercial acumen</li><li>Knowledge of the Higher Education market and textbook publishing</li><li>Some direct experience of commissioning and managing book projects</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Able to build strong working relationships with internal colleagues and external parties</li><li>An open and collaborative approach to working</li><li>An inquisitive and analytical mind-set</li><li>Self-motivated and proactive with strong problem-solving capabilities</li><li>Able to work unsupervised and use own initiative</li><li>Excellent teamwork and organisational skills</li><li>Ability to delegate effectively</li></ul>&nbsp;The role is based at 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).&nbsp; Allocated office days for this role are:&nbsp; Wednesdays and Thursdays.Please apply with a CV and covering letter&nbsp;addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by Friday 25th July 2025.&nbsp;For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal.&nbsp;Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications&nbsp;Bloomsbury BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern&nbsp;<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li></ul>Holidays<ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li></ul>&nbsp;Other Benefits<ul><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays –&nbsp;take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight -&nbsp;For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li></ul>&nbsp;Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources&nbsp;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.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Head Office - London

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Bloomsbury Publishing UK: Bedford Square Office

Commissioning editor / senior commissioning editor, Politics and International Relations  – 12-month FTC

Closing date: Friday 25th JulySalary: From £36,000 per annum, depending on experienceContract: Full-time temporary position as maternity cover, for 12 months from October 2025. &nbsp;This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development of Bloomsbury’s award-winning academic division.&nbsp;Our Archaeology list is a relatively new but fast-growing list, publishing across the global higher-education markets. With particular strengths in the fields of ancient drama, classical reception and language teaching, the list publishes a diverse portfolio from research monographs to student introductions.&nbsp;We are seeking an academic Commissioning Editor to cover a maternity leave and to continue the consistent growth enjoyed in recent years. You will expand our publishing in some of the aforementioned areas across a range of product lines (textbooks, monographs and reference). The role will report to our Global Editorial Director for Literary Studies, Classics and Performing Arts. &nbsp;The role<ul><li>Provides the strategic direction and is commercially responsible for Archaeology and Ancient History within Bloomsbury’s academic division in conjunction with direct line manager</li><li>Researches new product lines and markets for Books </li><li>May identify, manage and secure new book and digital resource publishing partnerships </li><li>Ensures that the Archaeology list meets key business goals: global growth plans, revenue, budgets, number of projects, product mix, profit etc.</li><li>Acts as a spokesperson for the list and the Bloomsbury Academic Division, representing its key values, objectives and policies &nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>Knowledge, skills and experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Familiarity with the list’s subject area a definite advantage but not essential</li><li>Proven relevant experience in academic publishing</li><li>Knowledge of academic publishing trends and developments, for example in Open Access publishing</li><li>Proactive, confident self-starter and a collaborative team player</li><li>Creative and commercial approach to list development, management and commissioning </li><li>Strong analytic skills and a competent user of publishing software systems</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally</li><li>Positive outlook, strong problem-solving, organisational and time-management skills</li><li>Meticulous attention to detail</li><li>Highly organised and with the ability to develop and maintain business relationships </li><li>Places a high value on quality of content, author care, company reputation and sustained customer relationships</li></ul>The 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).&nbsp; Allocated office days for this role are: Wednesday and ThursdayPlease apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by Friday 25th July 2025.For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications&nbsp;Bloomsbury BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern&nbsp;<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li></ul>Holidays<ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li></ul>&nbsp;Other Benefits<ul><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays –&nbsp;take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight -&nbsp;For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li></ul> &nbsp;Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources&nbsp;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.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if requiredApplicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Commissioning editor, Archaeology and Ancient History - 12 month FTC

Closing date for applications: Sunday 17 August 2025 at 11PMTraineeship Fee: You will be paid £120 per day for 24 days of work – that’s £2,880 in total.Traineeship Dates: 8 September – 28 November 2025 (12 weeks): 2 days per week, with one day ideally being Mondays. &nbsp;Bradford Producing Hub has partnered with Good Chance and their Stage Door Programme to offer a paid work placement and training opportunity for aspiring producers with lived experience of displacement.Stage Door is an opportunity created by Good Chance for people from refugee backgrounds at the early stage of their careers to participate in bespoke traineeships to develop their skills, networks and professional experience.At Bradford Producing Hub (BPH), we’ve partnered with live events organisations for over three years to host transformative paid work placements. We’re now proud to partner with Good Chance to offer a traineeship within our own team for an aspiring producer to gain hands-on experience in producing events and artist development programmes.We’re looking for someone excited about supporting the growth of artists and contributing to a vibrant arts sector here in Bradford, while building their own experience as an Assistant Producer.Bradford is a City of Sanctuary – a place where people from across the world make their home. This traineeship is part of a shared commitment to addressing the imbalance of opportunities for those who have sought sanctuary in the UK and are building a career in the creative industries. &nbsp;About the Traineeship:The Assistant Producer will support the BPH team with the planning, design, delivery, and evaluation of our training programmes and events. You will gain hands-on experience working in an arts development organisation and develop your skills and networks.You will have a main point of contact at BPH, who will provide regular check-ins and support you with your work. The Good Chance team will provide additional support throughout the placement period, including group cohort sessions with other Stage Door trainees to share skills, build networks and wellbeing support.There will also be funding available for you to attend professional development activities, which may include training days, skills sessions and webinars, or theatre and event outings.Following the placement, BPH will offer up to 3 additional mentoring sessions, looking specifically at what’s next, and helping with further development and career opportunities. You will also be invited to remain a part of the Stage Door network, which will include further development opportunities in the future, as well as tickets, outings and networking.We can adapt the working schedule to fit around your other commitments, such as family responsibilities, appointments, or other work. &nbsp;This traineeship is for you if you are:<ul><li>At the beginning of your career and bring with you the strength and perspective of someone with lived experience of displacement, such as a refugee, or an asylum seeker with the right to work in the UK <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/working-whilst-an-asylum-claim-is-considered/working-in-the-uk-whilst-an-asylum-case-is-considered" target="_blank">(check eligibility)</a></li><li>Living in the Bradford district</li><li>18 years old or over when the traineeship starts</li><li><a href="https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/work/right-to-work-in-the-uk/check-if-you-have-the-right-to-work-in-the-uk/" target="_blank">Eligible to work in the UK</a></li><li>Interested in developing a career in producing or arts administration</li><li>Proactive and eager to learn and make the most of this opportunity</li><li>Keen to get involved and get hands-on as part of our training sessions and events</li><li>Organised with your time and good at working collaboratively as part of a team</li><li>Experienced in basic IT skills, including the use of email and Word documents</li><li>Available throughout the traineeship period (if there are any weeks that you can’t do, please speak to us as there may be some flexibility)</li></ul>For more information including roles and responsibilities, FAQs and how to apply please see the Bradford Producing Hub website via the Apply button.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.

Good Chance

Assistant trainee producer

Salary:&nbsp;£27,000 per annumLocation:&nbsp;5th Floor, HYLO, 105 Bunhill Row, London, EC1Y 8LZ&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Working pattern:&nbsp;Hybrid - minimum of two days per week in the office; up to three days per week working from home&nbsp;Department:&nbsp;Royalties&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Reporting to:&nbsp;Head of Royalties This is an exciting opportunity for someone who would like to enter the administrative / financial sector of the publishing industry.Providing the rare opportunity to both work in a creative field and to learn about royalties, author statements, international taxes, and accounting procedures, this position would be a good fit for someone with a passion for the arts but also a strong sense of logic, problem solving and numerical capabilities. Reporting to the Head of Royalties you will be integrated into a multi-department environment, where we put our writers first and strive to deliver the very best customer service. Key responsibilities<ul><li>Learning and comprehending key deal points on author/illustrator contracts, as well as inputting them into our publishing operational system, Biblio</li><li>Managing royalty-related data (including royalty rates, advances, subsidiary rights), ensuring accuracy and understanding how it connects to author contracts, payments, and financial reporting</li><li>Requesting bank details from new payees (authors / illustrators / agents) and entering them onto the system according to existing procedures</li><li>Updating contact / bank details of existing payees </li><li>Processing all types of advance payments in Biblio as per bi-weekly schedule, running relevant reports, communicating with Editorial teams requesting their confirmations and actioning the approvals (new process which will be implemented later in the year)</li><li>Checking that payments have been made punctually and properly, as well as keeping clear records of erroneous findings</li><li>Processing on Biblio subsidiary rights royalty statements submitted by third-parties in multiple different languages and generating sub-rights royalty invoices</li><li>Posting sub-rights payments</li><li>Working closely with Accounts Receivable on clearing un-allocated sub-right payments by chasing third-party publishers / agents for missing statements &nbsp;</li><li>Answering authors and agents’ queries </li><li>Manage internal queries over sub-right income and royalties to ensure an accurate information flow across multiple departments</li><li>Participating in projects and testing of new processes / procedures</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>A motivated and proactive individual with a strong desire to learn, who quickly adapts to new systems and workflows</li><li>Detail-focused and analytically minded, with an interest in reviewing and interpreting royalty statements, sales reports, and contractual data</li><li>Accurate and reliable in entering data (vital for contracts deal points, financial data, etc.)</li><li>Possesses strong numeracy skills (essential for accurate royalty calculations and financial reconciliations)</li><li>Confident in using Excel at an intermediate level, including pivot tables and formulas, and eager to further develop these skills</li><li>Highly organised with strong time management skills; capable of prioritising tasks effectively (critical during royalty cycles and tight reporting deadlines)</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to liaise professionally with authors and agents, resolving queries as well as with colleagues, and external stakeholders</li></ul> Benefits<ul><li>Private health insurance</li><li>Holiday purchase scheme</li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>28 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Lively social committee hosting regular events</li><li>Group Life cover - including 24-hour GP service</li><li>Company-funded&nbsp;gym&nbsp;membership for all trade staff</li><li>Comprehensive staff training&nbsp;and&nbsp;mentorship&nbsp;programmes</li><li>Flexible working and flexible hours from day one of employment</li><li>Additional holiday allowance accrued for long service – and a full bonus week of holiday to celebrate your 10th&nbsp;year at BBUK</li><li>Enhanced family leave - with equal six months’ paid leave for all new parents</li><li>Employee assistance programme available to all employees and their families</li><li>Dedicated volunteering hours each year to support charities promoting literacy and reading for pleasure</li><li>Cycle to work scheme with bike storage and changing facilities on-site at our London HQ</li><li>Wellbeing programme and daily benefits such as fresh fruit and porridge in the office</li></ul> 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.

LABS Victoria House

Igloo Books

Black & White Publishing

Bonnier Books UK (Head Office)

Bonnier Books UK

Royalties administrator (12-month FTC)

Closing date: Tuesday 15th July 2025Salary: £25,000 to £27,000 per annumLocation: Manchester - expectation is 5 days per week in the office. Step into the dynamic world of Quay Street Productions as our new team assistant!&nbsp;Quay Street Productions is on the lookout for a brilliant new Team Assistant to join our ambitious, creative, and ever-curious team. This is more than just a support role—it’s a front-row seat to the heart of a dynamic, award-winning production company. You’ll help keep the wheels turning across the business, ensuring the office runs smoothly while supporting our management and development teams as they bring bold, original stories to life.From the practical to the creative, you’ll be right in the mix—learning how ideas become scripts, and how scripts become screen. It’s the perfect opportunity for someone eager to break into the TV industry, soak up the fast-paced world of development and production, and grow in a place that celebrates imagination, collaboration, and diverse perspectives.As our Team Assistant, you’ll be the dependable core of our daily rhythm, keeping things running smoothly and seamlessly under the direction of our Executive Assistant. Behind the scenes, your impact will be felt everywhere. This is a role for someone who thrives on variety, embraces challenges, and takes pride in making things happen. One moment you’ll be managing expenses or coordinating travel, the next you’ll be welcoming clients with warmth or contributing creatively to our development team. No two days will look the same.You’ll sit at the intersection of people, process, and purpose—an essential part of the momentum that keeps our team aligned, energised, and focused. You’ll learn fast, grow even faster, and gain a front-row seat to how a high-performing, values-driven team operates. Whether it’s fine-tuning how we work, navigating fast-moving priorities, or helping to shape a culture we’re proud of, this role is packed with opportunity.If you’re organised, people-focused, ready for a challenge, and want to be part of a culture that values curiosity &amp; creativity - we’d love to meet you. Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)<ul><li>A keen interest and passion for TV production and development (at least 6 months experience in a drama production office, ideally HETV).</li><li>An effective communicator with a positive can-do attitude</li><li>Flexible in approach to changing priorities and requirements</li><li>An ability to multi-task and effectively prioritise workload</li><li>Work effectively as a part of a team and independently</li><li>Initiative and enthusiasm in their problem solving of daily tasks.</li><li>Demonstrable attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Proven ability to work with discretion to maintain confidentiality of important production information/details.</li><li>Demonstrable strong IT skills and knowledge of Google applications (Google Suite, Word and Excel)</li><li>Demonstrable understanding of effective customer service</li><li>Excellent organisation skills and experience of working to tight deadlines</li></ul> Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)<ul><li>Communication skills (verbal and written)</li><li>Organisational Skills</li><li>Collaboration - Able to liaise with different departments within the business</li><li>Proactive and creative in problem solving</li></ul> 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.

Team assistant, Quay St Productions - 6 Month FTC

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 22nd JulySalary: £39,000 - £48,000 depending on skills and experienceContract: The role is a 12-month fixed term maternity cover position. &nbsp;An exciting opportunity has arisen for a ‘Sales Manager, Special Sales’ to join our Bloomsbury UK Sales Team selling to accounts across the Adult, Children’s, Special Interest and Head of Zeus lists for a period of maternity cover.This role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced, enthusiastic and sales/profit hungry professional, with a real passion Special Sales, to join the fast-moving and high-performing Sales Team of a top 5 UK publisher.This Sales Manager will report in to the Head of Special Sales and will work closely with colleagues across the business to play your part in leading our best in class sales team in delivering ambitious and sustainable sales, profit and market growth. &nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Maximise turnover and profit for your accounts, selling across adult trade, special interest, children’s and Head of Zeus divisions whilst working towards group sales strategy and targets.</li><li>Communicate internally and externally via regular presentations and negotiating deals that secure best possible visibility for Bloomsbury titles which feeds into overarching strategy.</li><li>Demonstrate commercial awareness and an in-depth understanding of budgets, and deal P&amp;Ls in order to prioritise workload and forward plan to maximise ROI for department. </li><li>Represent the Special Sales team at relevant internal meetings, providing market insight, contributing to and shaping sales strategy, and feeding into internal reporting across all publishing divisions. Including, but not restricted to business reviews, acquisition discussions and weekly sales updates.</li><li>Work closely with the publishing, production and operations teams to create special editions, bespoke print runs and custom products, achieving best possible margin for business. </li><li>Entrepreneurial attitude and drive to pursue new business opportunities. </li><li>Line management responsibilities, setting a positive and professional example as a people and account manager. Managing their workload and supporting their training and development requirements.&nbsp;</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Negotiation skills.</li><li>Presentation skills.</li><li>Able to manage a direct report.</li><li>Highly numerate and comfortable with forecasting, budgeting and data analysis.</li><li>Leads by example and possesses a high degree of integrity.</li><li>Possesses a high level of resilience and drive, able to be flexible and change direction as required.</li><li>Can juggle a busy workload and multitask.</li><li>Excellent communicator who is confident in dealing with people at all levels, both in person and over email.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and focus on efficiency at all times.</li><li>Excellent time-management and organisational skills, with a keen awareness of deadlines.</li><li>Ability to adapt to changing daily tasks.</li><li>Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Teams.</li></ul> &nbsp;Additional informationThe role is based at 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).&nbsp; Allocated office days for this role are: Monday and Tuesday.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&nbsp;addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by Tuesday 22nd July 2025.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications. &nbsp;Bloomsbury BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern&nbsp;<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li></ul>Holidays<ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li></ul>&nbsp;Other Benefits<ul><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays – take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight -&nbsp;For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources. &nbsp;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.Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sales manager, Special Sales (maternity cover), UK Sales

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 22nd July at 11.59pmSalary: £50,000 - £58,000 per annum depending on skills and experienceContract: Full-time 12-month fixed term maternity cover contract. &nbsp;Bloomsbury Publishing is looking for a Head of Special Sales to join our UK Sales Team for a 12 month fixed term contract.&nbsp;The candidate will lead our ambitious growth strategy for the Special Sales channel working across all Bloomsbury publishing divisions. Our list encompasses Children’s, Head of Zeus, Adult Trade, Cookery and Lifestyle including the following authors: William Dalrymple, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Johan Hari, Elodie Harper, Dan Jones, SJ Maas, Madeline Miller, Poppy O’Toole, J.K Rowling and Katherine Rundell.&nbsp;The role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced, enthusiastic and sales/profit driven professional. The candidate should demonstrate a genuine passion for Special Sales and an understanding of the diverse range of existing retail opportunities in this space. The candidate should also have the ability to plan for the future by seeking out and developing new business opportunities.&nbsp;The Head of Special Sales role will focus on creating and implementing Special Sales strategy and driving new business alongside managing the Special Sales key account team; the role will report into the Children’s Sales Director. They will be responsible for representing the Special Sales channel to key stakeholders internally and externally and responsible for reporting against ambitious budget targets.&nbsp;Based in our Bedford Square office this will be a hybrid-working position. &nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Creating, implementing and guiding Special Sales strategy across all Bloomsbury lists. Build and report against an ambitious budget in line with wider organisational goals.</li><li>Effectively build collaborative relationships across all Publishing Divisions, championing Special Sales deals and customers, and be a lead voice in the acquisitions process, providing market analysis and context to UK acquisition figures.</li><li>Nurture an extensive and diverse list of existing retailer relationships to maximise revenue and profit opportunities, constantly reviewing processes and alignment to wider publishing strategy to maintain best possible return on investment.</li><li>Strong focus on opening up new channels and business opportunities for Bloomsbury and support team in developing new customer relationships.</li><li>Work effectively with key stakeholders across Publishing, Production, M&amp;P and Operations teams to support team in driving forward bespoke Special Sales projects in line with organisational strategy.</li><li>Manage and develop the Special Sales team, inspiring each team member to achieve their best and drive towards organisational objectives. Line management and account management responsibility TBC.</li><li>Demonstrate commercial awareness and support the wider business in presenting regular sales data/analysis and market trends/customer activity insights.</li><li>Deal with distribution partners directly on operational, logistical and credit related issues. &nbsp;</li></ul>Knowledge, skills and experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Account and team management experience and leadership qualities.</li><li>Solution driven - able to identify and highlight potential obstacles to achieving objectives and propose solutions where appropriate.</li><li>Assertive and assured decision-maker, and able to work under pressure.</li><li>Possesses a high level of resilience and drive, able to be flexible and change direction as required.</li><li>The interpersonal skills necessary to develop and sustain effective relationships internally across all levels of the business, and on behalf of the Company with external bodies and with its suppliers.</li><li>Highly numerate and comfortable with forecasting, budgeting and data analysis.</li><li>Strong and confident communicator, well-practiced in presentation skills across all mediums.</li><li>Negotiation skills.</li><li>Excellent time-management and&nbsp;organisational skills, with a keen awareness of deadlines and ability to multi-task.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and focus on efficiency at all times.</li><li>Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Teams.</li><li>Experience of publishing specific systems such as Biblio, Nielsen Bookscan and Cognos would be beneficial.</li></ul> &nbsp;The 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).&nbsp; Allocated office days for this role are: Monday/Tuesday.Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by Tuesday 22nd July.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.&nbsp;Bloomsbury BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern&nbsp;<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li></ul>Holidays<ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li></ul>&nbsp;Other Benefits<ul><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays –&nbsp;take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight -&nbsp;For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources.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.Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Head of Sales, Special Sales (maternity cover) – UK Consumer Sales

Closing date: 17th July 2025Salary: £35,000 - £40,240Contract: 12-month FTCLocation: Manchester Ready to bring characters to life? Join our vibrant team as a makeup assistant on a television drama!You'll be crucial in creating and maintaining character looks, from hair and makeup to special effects and wigs. This is your chance to showcase your artistry, organisation, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment and be a key part of the magic behind the camera! Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)<ul><li>Experience in a Makeup Assistant role with 3 or more years experience in a makeup department on a television drama or continuing drama, showcasing the ability to create diverse looks for different characters and settings.</li><li>Proven experience as a Makeup Assistant in makeup on a television drama or continuing drama.</li><li>Proven experience in monitoring makeup continuity across filming blocks to ensure consistent appearances of characters throughout the production.</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in hairdressing and barbering, including working with wigs and hairpieces as required by the script, highlighting versatility in hairstyling techniques.</li><li>Capability to break down the filming schedule and script to discern makeup requirements while collaborating effectively with the Makeup Supervisor and Designer</li><li>Ability to handle the demands of long working hours, on-location shoots and night shoots whilst displaying adaptability and resilience in challenging filming conditions.</li><li>Experience in maintaining tactfulness and discretion while working with actors and handling sensitive information on set and in the make up room.</li><li>A good understanding of hygiene and safety standards within a makeup department.</li></ul> Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)<ul><li>Good Communication Skills and Teamwork skills.</li><li>Creativity and artistic talent in makeup application and hairdressing.</li><li>Organisation skills.</li><li>Attention to Detail and Continuity experience.</li><li>Problem-Solving and Adaptability.</li><li>Knowledge of Continuing Drama and processes.</li></ul> 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.&nbsp;

Makeup assistant, Coronation Street - 12 month FTC

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15th July 2025 at 11.59pmProposed salary range: £28,100 - £35,100 (plus London Weighting of £5,319) depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.Contract type: Two positions available - 1 x Permanent, full time and 1 x 6 month fixed-term contract, full-time &nbsp;Become part of the world’s largest classical music festival - BBC Proms - and work alongside BBC's professional orchestras and choirs in these roles with the Learning team.This role sits within the Learning team for the BBC Proms and London-based BBC Orchestras and Choirs, dedicated to creating high-quality, inclusive learning experiences that engage diverse audiences with orchestral and choral music. The team’s mission is to inspire a love of music across all backgrounds, nurture emerging talent, and support the wider music education sector through collaboration and innovation. The role contributes to national initiatives like BBC Young Composer, BBC Open Music, and BBC Ten Pieces, while also developing engagement programmes aligned with the BBC’s strategic goals and new East Bank location. Our programmes broadly sit across three core strands: Schools, Family and Community &amp; Talent Development and Careers.You’ll collaborate across departments including Live Events, Marketing, and Communications, and engage with a wide range of musical genres and platforms, from Radio 2 pop collaborations to Radio 3 contemporary commissions. This is a dynamic, creative environment where your work will have national reach and global impact through the BBC’s extensive broadcast network. The 2025 Proms season runs from 18 July – 13 September. &nbsp;Key responsibilities and impact<ul><li>Support the Senior Learning Manager and Learning Producers in delivering the Learning Strategy for the BBC Proms and London Orchestras and Choirs.</li><li>Assist the Learning Producers on the planning, coordination and delivery of a diverse range of learning programmes. These include national initiatives such as BBC Young Composer and Open Music, school and teacher engagement in East London, family and early years concerts across the UK, and talent development projects for emerging creatives</li><li>Lead on the project management and administration of specific learning programme strands. Key duties include creating timelines and schedules, coordinating with project leaders and musicians, booking venues, managing budget updates, and providing on-the-ground support at events, concerts, and workshops.</li><li>Collaborate with Learning Producers to review and evaluate projects, measuring impact and effectiveness against strategic goals.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong working relationships with a range of external and internal stakeholders, including BBC musicians, freelance artists, partner organisations and programme participants.</li><li>Work closely with the marketing, digital and publicity teams to maximise audience development opportunities, ensuring clear and consistent with existing and prospective audiences.&nbsp;</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Proven experience in coordinating or managing projects, ensuring effective planning and delivery</li><li>Active interest and enthusiasm for music, live events, and/or the cultural education sector.</li><li>Commitment to creating inclusive opportunities for people of all backgrounds to participate in arts and culture.</li><li>Strong communication skills and experience working collaboratively with a wide range of people, both internally and externally.</li><li>Show a creative and imaginative approach to growing and diversifying our audiences through live and digital programmes.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks to deadlines, and operate both independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Excellent organisational and administrative skills.</li></ul>Desired<ul><li>Experience of managing a project budget</li><li>Understanding of safeguarding, child protection practices and health &amp; safety regulations</li><li>Experience of developing project objectives and key performance indicators</li></ul> We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application – though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.&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. &nbsp;

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