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Closing date for applications: 5th January 2026Salary: £30,000 per year Looking to advance your directing career? This year-long role at the Donmar offers hands-on experience across rehearsals, casting, programming, and artistic leadership.The resident assistant director (RAD) is an opportunity for an outstanding theatre director in the early stages of their career to be embedded at the Donmar for a year. The RAD will develop extensive skills, craft, and knowledge around directing; from casting, in rehearsals, through to the running of shows, working with directors and actors of the highest calibre. The RAD will also experience and contribute to the workings of one of the UK’s leading producing theatres, and cultivate their skills as an artistic leader of the future. The RAD scheme has been integral to the Donmar through its thirty-year history. Former resident assistant directors have gone on to become leading directors and artistic leaders.Across the year, the RAD will spend the majority of their time assisting on productions. They will assist on a minimum of 4 shows. Primary duties include: supporting the running of rehearsals, technical rehearsals and previews, and noting the show once it is running. They will balance their time with duties in the office as an integral part of the theatre staff. The RAD will sit in the artistic team. They will be involved in literary duties, casting duties, and will contribute to programming meetings. In addition, there is the opportunity to learn from a range of departments e.g. marketing, development, producing.We are looking for a passionate, ambitious, highly self-motivated and driven individual who thrives in a busy and fast-paced environment and who is interested in gaining a foundation in artistic leadership and the running of a building. This is not an entry level position. The role is intended as a bridge from assistant roles to associate/staff directing roles and making your own work as a director. The aim of the role is to give a rounded experience of the different component parts of a busy producing theatre and to give an introduction to the skills and considerations of artistic leadership.&nbsp; This role will suit someone…<ul><li>Looking to build themselves for a strong understanding of the theatre industry and the key role that assistant directors/directors play at the Donmar and within the sector at large</li><li>Eager to experience of day-to-day running of a rehearsal room in a producing theatre</li><li>Who is confident in communicating with a variety of people including creative leads, freelance technical &amp; stage management teams, performers, administrative staff and supporters &amp; donors</li><li>Excited to take part in cross-departmental mentorship and company-wide investment in your professional development</li><li>Wants access to a thriving and active Donmar trainee alumni community</li></ul> ResponsibilitiesWorking as an assistant director on productions, which includes:<ul><li>Supporting the director during rehearsals and with preliminary preparation</li><li>Supporting stage management with tasks and scheduling</li><li>Supporting the cast as necessary during both rehearsals and through the run</li><li>Noting the production at least twice a week and feeding back to the director</li><li>A bridge between the office and the rehearsal room, feeding back to the artistic team</li><li>Managing production seat allocation during tech and previews</li><li>Attending post-show discussions, development events, other events as required</li><li>Work with understudies when required</li></ul>Working with the artistic team which includes:<ul><li>Reading scripts and feeding back in artistic meetings</li><li>Attending shows and reporting back</li><li>Some administration of scripts / correspondence</li><li>Contributing to programming conversations</li><li>Uphold values around EDI alongside all other Donmar Staff</li></ul>Working with the casting department which includes:<ul><li>Supporting the casting director with actor lists</li><li>Undertaking research for the casting director</li><li>Attending shows or showcases</li><li>Attending auditions, general meetings, readings</li></ul>Working with development and participation departments which includes:&nbsp;<ul><li>Facilitating workshops, talks and other events with young people</li><li>Delivering Q&amp;A sessions with young people, community groups and sponsors</li><li>Other duties to assist the Donmar office as may reasonably be required&nbsp;</li></ul>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.&nbsp; Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceAssessed at Application - essential<ul><li>Experience of directing your own work; at least one fully realised professional production*</li><li>Experience of being an assistant director on at least three professional theatre productions*</li><li>Demonstrate a clear commitment to a career as a theatre director, standing at the point of gaining larger-scale assisting credits, associate director roles, and making your own work at professional venues</li><li>Articulation of what your creative skillset brings to the rehearsal room and how you apply it to support the rehearsal process</li><li>An understanding of the work and ethos of the Donmar Warehouse</li></ul>*NB - (For the purposes of this application we are defining a professional production as being a full-length piece performed by paid actors for a run of 2 weeks or more)&nbsp; Reviewed at application and assessed at interview - essential<ul><li>A strong interest in how a producing theatre is run and the role of artistic leadership</li><li>Be able to illustrate where your working practice and/or the stories you tell show a commitment to inclusion and diversity</li><li>Excellent communication and administration skills</li><li>Ability to prioritise, work well under pressure and adapt to new situations</li><li>A proactive and positive attitude</li><li>Ability to work independently and under your own initiative</li><li>Embrace both rehearsal-room and office-based activities and balance tasks for both settings</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Has worked as an assistant director on productions at medium / large scales</li><li>Experience of script reading</li><li>Experience of running workshops / working with young people</li><li>Experience of working with understudies</li></ul> Additional informationThis is an intensive full-time training role so it will not be possible to be released to work on major freelance projects outside of the contract. However, it is possible to use leave days for smaller projects e.g. readings, workshops. We recognise that candidates may have other commitments and encourage you to discuss anything that might impact your availability at interview.Benefits:<ul><li>Enhanced holiday scheme with 25 days a year plus 8 Bank Holidays.</li><li>Annual Birthday leave.</li><li>Benefits (post-probation and dependant on length of service)</li><li>6% employer pension contribution as part of the Donmar’s stakeholder pension scheme.</li><li>Season ticket loan (travel)</li><li>Subsidised local gym membership</li><li>£25 towards annual eye tests</li><li>Employee welfare programme</li><li>Cycle to work bike loan scheme</li><li>Discount at Donmar bar on food and drinks</li><li>Complimentary tickets to attend Donmar performances</li><li>All staff training and professional development programme</li></ul> To apply, you will need to submit an up to date CV and complete the online form including Credits &amp; Productions, Supporting Statement Questions and Equal Opportunity Monitoring data via our Careers Page. We believe that representation matters; diversity of identity, of perspective and of lived experience enriches our work and our lives. We recognise that the Donmar and the wider theatre industry is not representative of contemporary society in terms of workforce, artists and audience. We particularly encourage applications from those who are currently under-represented both at the Donmar and more widely in the industry, and specifically from D/deaf or disabled, or neurodivergent applicants and applicants who experience barriers and inequity due to ethnicity, gender reassignment and/or socio-economic background.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Donmar Warehouse

Resident assistant director

Closing date for applications: 12th January 2026Location: LondonStart date: September 2026Contract: Full-time Are you curious about how business, media, politics and current affairs shape the world we live in? Are you interested in how strategic communication shapes reputations, policies and real-world decisions? If so, Headland’s 2026 Trainee Programme offers the perfect first step in your career.Headland is a fast-growing and award-winning communications consultancy working across corporate communications, public affairs, financial PR, and campaigning. We are powered by collaboration, and our clients include major UK and global brands, fast-growth businesses, and mission-driven organisations. We’re looking for collaborative, ambitious people to join our Trainee Programme, starting in September 2026. What is Headland’s Trainee Programme?Our Trainee Programme combines structured learning with real-world experience. You’ll develop the skills and confidence to become a well-rounded communications adviser—someone who can think critically, collaborate effectively, and communicate with impact.You’ll receive:<ul><li>30+ hours of formal training in your first few weeks, plus access to ongoing learning &amp; development sessions on a weekly basis as you build your consultancy skills. Sessions will cover media relations, digital strategy, sustainability, public affairs, research, and more.</li><li>The chance to work on high-profile clients from the get-go.</li><li>Ongoing support from a dedicated personal manager who provides regular coaching and career guidance, setting objectives as you work towards becoming an account executive. &nbsp;</li><li>A buddy who will help you settle into agency life and be a friendly face to turn to if you’re ever unsure of anything. &nbsp;</li><li>Regular feedback from your client teams to fuel your development.&nbsp;</li></ul> Who we’re looking forWe welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds. No previous experience in communications is required — we’re interested in how you think, what you care about, and how you approach problems.If the following sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you:<ul><li>You’ll have one of the following by September 2026:<ul><li>A university degree (in any subject), OR</li><li>A completed Level 4 Apprenticeship in Public Relations, OR</li><li>Some professional work experience (communications sector experience not required)</li></ul></li><li>You’re genuinely interested in business, politics, media or current affairs</li><li>You’re curious, eager to learn, and enjoy taking initiative</li><li>You like working with others and bring a collaborative, can-do attitude</li><li>You’re organised and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li><li>You’re excited to build a career in communications and grow into a trusted adviser</li></ul> What we offer at Headland<ul><li>A diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture, with supportive teams who want you to thrive</li><li>Experience across a variety of high-profile clients and sectors</li><li>Access to senior colleagues, mentors and buddies to help you develop</li><li>Ongoing training throughout your career</li><li>A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package</li></ul> Additional informationBenefits include:<ul><li>Performance-related bonuses </li><li>26 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with tenure)</li><li>7.5% employer pension contribution (with sustainable investment options)</li><li>Private medical insurance </li><li>Life cover (4x salary)</li><li>Company laptop and phone</li><li>Enhanced parental leave policies</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Cycle to work scheme &amp; season ticket loans</li><li>Regular social events, team drinks and parties</li><li>Free breakfasts, a fully stocked snack cupboard, and more!</li></ul>If you’d like to apply for our 2026 Trainee Programme, please visit our website via the 'Apply' button.Virtual interviews will be held in January and February and in-person inerviews will be held in Febuary and March at our London office.We look forward to receiving your application. At Headland, we’re proud to be an inclusive employer. We actively welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. We hire for culture add, not culture fit. If you require any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know—we’ll do our best to support you.We’re also proud to have been awarded full accreditation by <a href="https://thisistheblueprint.co.uk/the-blueprint-diversity-mark" target="_blank">The Blueprint</a>—an industry standard that promotes greater diversity in PR and communications by helping organisations attract, retain and nurture Black, Asian, Mixed Race and Ethnic Minority talent.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Headland

Trainee account executive

Closing date for applications: 9th January 2026Salary:&nbsp;£29,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experienceReporting to:&nbsp;Production manager&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Location:&nbsp;5th Floor, HYLO, 105 Bunhill Row, London, EC1Y 8LZ&nbsp;&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;Production &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A fantastic new opportunity has arisen for an experienced and creative individual to join the trade team at Bonnier Books UK Trade.&nbsp;At Bonnier Books UK, we believe that every book matters. We love to publish stories and content that open our eyes to new perspectives and bring us closer together. We offer a nurturing home for our authors, illustrators and brand partners, publishing bestselling books for readers and listeners everywhere. We know that fantastic stories can come from anywhere and our purpose is to bring them to as wide an audience as possible, a simple ethos that has led to us becoming one of the country’s leading publishers.We are looking for a first-class production controller to join our talented production team. You will be a key member of our friendly production team, working with an international supplier base. Flexibility, commercial acumen, and experience in both 4-colour and mono production are a must as well as having a positive and can-do attitude.&nbsp; Responsibilities<ul><li>Managing a list of front list titles and reprints as required</li><li>Vendor management &amp; price negotiation</li><li>Product development &amp; safety testing</li><li>Colour &amp; quality management</li><li>Overseeing successful delivery of product</li><li>Actively liaising and collaborating with various teams across the wider business</li><li>Problem solving &amp; troubleshooting</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>Demonstrable book production experience across a range of products</li><li>Experience of mono and 4 colour trade publishing </li><li>Confident communication and organisation skills, with the ability to forge strong relationships quickly with both internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Able to manage a high volume of diverse &amp; complex titles with competing deadlines</li><li>Experience and knowledge of working in Biblio3 is beneficial</li><li>Pro-active, quick thinking and analytical, with a strategic approach and excellent attention to detail. </li><li>You must be enthusiastic, positive, a great communicator and a strong team player.</li></ul> Company 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>If you are interested in this role, please apply via our website. We look forward in hearing from you.&nbsp; We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.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

Production controller

Closing date for applications: 23rd December 2025Contract: 12-month fixed-termLocations: We operate in a hybrid environment working 3 days a week from our offices in Kings Cross and 2 days a week remotely Join the team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account.&nbsp;Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.We are now looking for a commissioning editor to join the&nbsp;<a href="https://advertising.theguardian.com/advertise/partnerships" target="_blank">Guardian Labs</a> team for a 12-month fixed-term contract or internal secondment. You’ll commission and produce branded content from a diverse range of contributors for Guardian channels, including print, digital and social. You’ll work with clients, advertising agencies and the wider Labs team to translate brand objectives into compelling content in line with the Guardian’s values and editorial standards. Responsibilities<ul><li>Commissioning, researching, creating and editing branded content from a diverse range of contributors - from print and digital articles to social campaigns</li><li>Working with influencers, journalists and agents on interviews and collaborations</li><li>Working on advertising pitches to ensure high-quality, varied ideas across all Guardian formats that adhere to Guardian values</li><li>Using data to deliver the best for our audience and our clients</li><li>Attending pitches and client meetings in person and remotely, including presenting ideas</li><li>Working with clients, advertising agencies and the wider department to ensure work matches the high Guardian standard and values, and translates brand objectives into compelling content</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>Experience in print and digital commissioning/editing in a features, news and/or commercial environment</li><li>Demonstrable knowledge or interest in social and multimedia content</li><li>Experience with production, sub-editing and content management systems</li><li>Experience of using web analytics tools</li><li>Able to work in a fast paced environment, adapting to rapidly changing circumstances in order to meet hitting production deadlines</li><li>A strong understanding of the Guardian and what it stands for</li></ul> How to applyTo apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you’d love to take on this role, and why you’re a great match for what we’re looking for. We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team.All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Benefits at the GuardianYou'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.You are entitled to&nbsp; life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance. We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy. Additional informationWe want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status.We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.&nbsp;We actively encourage applications from candidates who traditionally underrepresented in the UK media. We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

The Guardian

Commissioning editor, Guardian Labs

Closing date for applications: 5th January 2026Salary: c.£42,000 pa depending on experienceContract: 13-month fixed-term Are you passionate about children's books and ready to take your marketing career to the next level? Lead campaigns for some of the most beloved children's titles at Bloomsbury.Bloomsbury Children’s is looking for a creative and ambitious senior marketing manager to join our team for a 13-month fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced marketing manager, or a senior marketing manager with a passion for children’s books to take a step-up or across in their career.Bloomsbury is the home to many bestselling children’s brands and authors across picture books, middle-grade, YA and graphic novels, such as Harry Potter, Katherine Rundell, Tom Percival, Michael Rosen, Lex Croucher, and Kalynn Bayron. Reporting to the children’s marketing director, the senior marketing manager will create and implement integrated marketing campaigns across the children’s list and will manage a junior member of the marketing team.&nbsp; Responsibiltes<ul><li>Create, implement, manage and analyse campaigns which use the full marketing mix to drive sales of our children’s books</li><li>Act as a key voice and driver in the strategy for allocated brand and author properties</li><li>Contribute to conversations and drive thinking around wider publishing strategy, list shape and acquisitions</li><li>Proactively pursue marketing opportunities with brand partners, media partners and key stakeholders to increase brand visibility</li><li>Support a culture of collaboration, working closely with our publicity, sales and editorial teams</li><li>Build, develop and maintain excellent working relationships with authors, agents and publishing partners</li><li>Understand the importance of social media and digital activity as part of campaigns, working with the internal digital teams to drive children’s priorities and to create holistic campaign strategies across online/social and print</li><li>Manage individual title marketing budgets and work with the marketing director to strategically set budgets for titles and to adjust reactively as opportunities arise</li><li>Line-manage the children’s marketing assistant</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Experience and knowledge of marketing children's brands to family audiences, and a demonstrable passion for children's books</li><li>Line-management experience ideal</li><li>Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders such as authors, editors, freelancer designers/animators, media agencies</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of the marketing mix, including digital and traditional advertising, catalogues, promotional activity and research</li><li>Experience of working successfully with third parties on innovative marketing partnerships and initiatives</li><li>Ability to multi-task and work on several different projects simultaneously</li><li>Excellent inter-personal, presentation and organisational skills, in addition to creative flair</li><li>Strong knowledge of current marketing best practices, trends and opportunities across on/offline platforms</li></ul> Additional informationThe role is a&nbsp;full-time, 13-month fixed-term contract position to start mid-late March, depending on availability. 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 and Tuesday.Please apply with a CV and covering letter&nbsp;addressed to human resources (Word or PDF format only) via the URL/our website detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 23:59 on Monday 5th January 2026. 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. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp; Bloomsbury benefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li><li>25 days holiday and 3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li><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>Learning &amp; Development -&nbsp;Free access to LinkedIn Learning, BookMachine Campus, InRehearsal &amp; IPG Skills Hub</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Ride to Work Scheme</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li><li>EAP Advice and Counselling</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.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

Senior marketing manager Bloomsbury Children's - 13 month FTC

Closing date for applications: 6th January 2026 at 9.00am&nbsp;Salary: £50,000-£65,000 dependent on experienceReports to: Journey's chief technical officer&nbsp;Location: Mainly at Vyner Studio (Squint/Opera) but working flexibly across Journey's London Studios Lead the operational delivery of a technical department, helping shape the next chapter of multidimensional design.Journey is a global design and innovation agency shaping the future through multidimensional experiences (MDX) that connect people, brands, and culture. Working with the chief technology officer (CTO), this role will provide managerial oversight of the technical department within Journey with particular focus on the operational delivery of the team and its personnel.This role would suit an experienced project manager, producer or operations manager interested in applying their existing experience to a forward-looking team tasked with defining the next chapter of multidimensional design and creative technology. An understanding of the role technology plays in a business, both creatively with regards to public facing projects and operationally, will be crucial. ResponsibilitiesOperational<ul><li>Having an ongoing consideration of availability, skills, interest, balance of projects, individual team professional development and representation of the department.</li><li>Support the CTO to ensure effective delivery of department operations including but not limited to:<ul><li>Designing and implementing processes across technology product management, project management, software development, and technical operations.</li><li>Serve as point person for HR, Finance, Facilities, and other business operations team for Technology team. Ensure Technology team delivers to existing processes and key deadlines.</li><li>Coordinating meetings, minuting, and disseminating actions.</li></ul></li><li>Supporting Technology leadership across processes, operations, and team management. Contribute to design of new processes, execution of existing processes, and standardisation across workflows and teams.</li><li>Manage collection of data and reporting and communications of Technology team KPIs.</li><li>Contribute to resourcing processes, ensuring that utilisation data and near-term planning accurate reflects the needs of the business and the plans of the Technology team, partnering with the Technology leads.</li><li>Represent the Technology team in larger business processes and communications, reflecting the Technology strategy, approaches, and execution.</li></ul>&nbsp;Management<ul><li>Support the CTO with organisational design, internal communications and processes, and overall departmental structure.</li><li>Line manage departmental coordinator, technical project managers, and other operational Technology staff where appropriate.</li><li>Ensure a consistency across global Technology teams in all internal and Journey processes.</li><li>Partner with the CTO to consistently deliver on finance, HR, business operations, recruitment and talent, and internal Technology processes.</li><li>Provide additional mentorship to Technology leads around leadership, management, and process.</li></ul>&nbsp;General<ul><li>Recognition of possible approaches and new possibilities for how the department operates and thrives including research into new approaches.</li><li>Setting the tone for how the department engages with and collaborates with other areas of the organisation.</li><li>Partnering with the CTO to drive team culture and environment, both internally and as part of the overall Journey culture.</li><li>A commitment to the implementation of Journey’s values around sustainability, accessibility &amp; belonging and inclusion in all areas of the business and allocating focus within the department in these key areas.</li><li>Keeping abreast of influences and ideas from leading sector peers and developments.</li><li>Undertake other work as reasonably required by the company. </li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceEssential:<ul><li>Strong demonstrable experience in project and/or operational management</li><li>An acute understanding of the role technology plays in a creative organisation</li><li>A strong track record and keen interest in administration and its impact</li><li>Experience rolling our processes for more effective teams and departments</li><li>Experience evaluating and strengthening team performance</li><li>Ability to interact with a wide range of people and excellent interpersonal skills</li><li>Experience of a fast-paced environment and an ability to adapt to changing circumstances</li><li>Experience working with busy executive level leadership</li><li>Strong attention to detail</li><li>Experience overseeing a team</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience coordinating HR processes</li><li>Experience working in a design studio across one or more design specialisms including spatial design &amp; architecture, video design &amp; animation and technical design</li></ul> Additional informationInterviews:&nbsp; Round 1 - Week Commencing 12th January 2026 Round 2 - 23rd January 2026 (12pm - 3pm)(If you are unable to make the scheduled dates, please let us know within the content of your cover letter). The interview panel will include members of Journey across the two rounds of interview. Interviews are held in-person at one of our London Studios in order for candidates to meet some of the team, however they can be arranged online if there are geographical considerations.Our interviews are built as two way conversations to better understand each other’s work and aspirations, and may include &nbsp;a task to better understand the candidate's process. We operate equal opportunity interviews and, for the initial round of interviews, we typically share elements of question topics in advance with candidates.&nbsp; How to applyPlease submit a comprehensive CV/Resume in addition to either a cover letter (maximum two A4 sides) or up to three minutes of audio (instructions in the application section) describing your suitability for the position, how your skills and experience match the person specification and why you would like to work in this role at Journey. Please find the upload fields at the bottom of the page by clicking 'Apply'.&nbsp;We do not accept applications by any other method.Within the various elements of your application (namely your letter or audio), please outline clearly how your previous work relates to the requirements listed for this role. Having clear examples and explanations will be beneficial for your application. Additionally, why you are interested in working for Journey would be a very helpful thing to include. Applicants should provide contact details for two references. We will seek your permission before making direct contact with any referees. All applicants must be eligible to work within the UK. If you would like a brief call with our team to discuss specific queries you have about the opportunity (including queries regarding accessibility), please contact the email listed on our website. Acknowledging the resources that go into attending interviews, we are very happy to reimburse expenses for extensive travel incurred through travelling to/from your interview with us. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Journey

Technology department manager

Closing date for applications: 6th January 2026Salary: £28,500 pa.Contract: Full-time, six-month contractStart date: Immediate, subject to notice Help administer, coordinate, and promote creative writing courses that support aspiring writers, while providing exceptional support to students, tutors, and the wider creative community.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a smart newcomer to join our small team, which provides innovative and highly successful creative writing courses to aspiring writers, online and in London.This role centres on the smooth running of our online and London-based courses, as well as our Breakthrough Writers’ Programme for under-represented writers. Your focus will be on course administration and student care, supporting the work of our courses management team. You will also help support the marketing and digital team, assisting with the creation of social media and website content. You’ll answer queries from our growing community of aspiring writers and students through our student queries inbox, social media channels and phones calls.You’ll be based at our central London offices, but please note we are currently using a hybrid working pattern which involves a minimum of three days a week in the office with some working from home, subject to ongoing review. Responsibilities&nbsp;Courses management duties &nbsp;<ul><li>Student care and communication: monitoring the busy main student inbox and phoneline, providing support to existing students and dealing with customer enquiries.</li><li>Course administration: providing administrative support to the courses team in the delivery of all our online and London-based courses and our reports and mentoring services, developing a strong sense of student satisfaction and reporting any potential issues to the relevant course manager. Including but not limited to: invoicing and chasing payments, distributing key course information to tutors and students, diarising speaker sessions, hosting guest speaker sessions, booking rooms and setting up classrooms for London-based courses, keeping the team diary updated, arranging and supporting meetings and events, liaising with Curtis Brown and C&amp;W’s book department. &nbsp;</li><li>Online onboarding: Responsible for the onboarding of students to our shorter online courses, utilising pre-designed email flows in our Klaviyo system. Supporting tutors and students with sharing resources and work, and offering technical support to students. &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Reports and tutorials: key responsibility as point person for end-of-course reports, including collating students’ work, liaising with editors and monitoring the quality of editor feedback. &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Online learning platform: uploading and checking course content on our dedicated learning platform and student forum, including formatting and updating course materials, supporting tutors and students with sharing resources and work, and offering technical support to students. &nbsp;</li><li>Course selection: taking part in reading and discussing course applications with the CBC team to support the process of student selection, as well as providing administrative support for the selection process.&nbsp;</li></ul>Marketing &amp; sales duties<ul><li>Customer satisfaction: collecting customer feedback via surveys and email, analysing the results to help the CBC team innovate with improvements, add-ons and new services – growing customer loyalty, repeat purchases, and sales through personal recommendations.</li><li>Updating website material: assist in the day-to-day maintenance of the CBC Ecommerce website. Including updating courses and product descriptions and promotional copy, ensuring good SEO and links. Blogging on matters of interest to students and new writers. &nbsp;</li><li>Social media: help in monitoring CBC’s social media channels (currently X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Threads and TikTok), seeking to build on engagement and further develop our social media presence.&nbsp;</li></ul>Other duties&nbsp;<ul><li>Each member of staff must be adaptable and must pitch in where necessary to ensure our courses are promoted and delivered effectively, including covering the essential work of other staff during absence, and any other duties as the managing director may reasonably determine from time to time.&nbsp;</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>Confident, clear and sensitive communication skills</li><li>Strong administrative skills and attention to detail in your work</li><li>The ability to write engaging, tailored copy</li><li>Familiarity with Microsoft products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)</li><li>Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure</li><li>Experience using social media (X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok and YouTube)</li><li>Experience of using website CMS (customer service management)</li><li>Strong planning and problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude</li><li>An interest in the creative arts – particularly books and publishing</li><li>An innovative thinker with the desire to keep learning</li><li>A self-starter with a strong work ethic</li><li>An avid reader</li><li>A confident, warm personality – a person who inspires trust</li><li>Enthusiastic to work in a small team – drawn to the flexibility, pace and creativity this enables</li></ul> Additional informationPlease note, this role is a fixed-term contract for a minimum of 6 months.You must be either a British citizen or already have the right to work here (you will be asked to provide original documentation as evidence of this). Unfortunately, Curtis Brown Creative is unable to help with work permits, finding accommodation or travel costs.To apply, please send these materials as a Word of PDF document to the email given on our website via the 'Apply' button:<ul><li>Your CV</li><li>A covering letter (please include details of the dates you are available to start)</li><li>A sample blog post, written by you, which could potentially be used on the Curtis Brown Creative website. We suggest you choose a topic of interest to aspiring novelists who might be considering applying to one of our courses (Hint: our blog posts which offer writing tips/advice all come from our tutors, agents and published authors – don’t be tempted to write a blog post which gives writing advice yourself unless you have an appropriate level of experience).</li></ul>Those selected for interview will be asked to complete a further written test. Interviews will be held in the week commencing Monday 12 January (and will be conducted in person at our London offices or via Zoom). We aim to build a creative environment that celebrates the differences of our students and colleagues, offering equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, socio-economic background, age, disability, sexual orientation and national origin. In our role as conduits and champions of cultural expressions we are conscious of our responsibility to reflect the world around us. This means making a considered effort to create an inclusive culture in the workplace and promote opportunities for the broadest possible range of talent. We welcome all applications from people with interesting ideas, skills and experience.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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Team assistant

Closing date for applications: 6th January 2026Salary: London Living WageLocations: The role requires three office days (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday) in our central London office Craft standout campaigns, support influencer outreach, and generate media buzz that shapes some of the biggest moments in gaming for leading developers.Premier is the UK’s leading specialist communications agency for entertainment, arts and culture. With over 20 years’ worth of specialist knowledge across film, television, publishing, gaming, classical music, performing arts, consumer brands and not for profit, Premier provides a complete creative communications solution. The Premier games team is embedded within gaming, working for some of the biggest global developers, publishers and consumer tech brands across the industry. From AAA blockbusters to indie gems, cutting-edge hardware to high-profile industry events, the team has been at the forefront of shaping gaming’s biggest moments. Our current client roster includes Electronic Arts, EA SPORTS, Warner Bros., PLAION, Quantic Dream, SEGA, KOEI TECMO Europe, and NetEase Games.We are looking for an experienced&nbsp;assistant account executive or account executive to join the Premier games team. In this role, you will be the go-to expert on the media, ensuring you stay ahead of industry trends, emerging platforms, and new opportunities for our clients. As a key player within the Premier games team, you will support both creative campaigns and press office initiatives, as well as influencer collaborations, that elevate our clients' reputation and visibility. You will collaborate with the wider team across a diverse range of activities, crafting standout campaigns that effectively reach and engage the right audiences. ResponsibilitiesDepartment<ul><li>Keep abreast of the news agenda, media changes, influencer/social trends and industry developments and inform the wider team</li><li>Regularly speak (in-person or digitally) with key media from gaming and mainstream outlets, and key influencers, and share insights with wider team</li><li>Be aware of and share new trends within both the gaming industry and wider consumer communications</li><li>Advise on the best tools to be using to deliver first class campaigns</li><li>Engage in brainstorms and team initiatives across the wider department, including supporting our music, sports and brands team on an ad hoc basis</li></ul>Client accounts<ul><li>Assist account leads in managing client accounts as directed</li><li>Proactively monitor and track media coverage across print, online, and social platforms</li><li>Compile and distribute accurate client reports and press materials in a timely manner</li><li>Proactively pitch stories and features to gaming and mainstream media</li><li>Support with planning, implementation and media outreach for creative campaigns, meeting deadlines and objectives</li><li>Oversee preview and review programmes for games</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with media, influencers, and suppliers</li><li>Monitor key media outlets for client coverage and maintain and update the contacts database</li><li>Provide excellent client service, acting as a key point of contact and understanding their needs</li><li>Write compelling content, including press releases, articles, and social media posts, ensuring alignment with client messaging</li><li>Track campaign performance and provide insightful post-campaign analysis</li><li>Deliver regular reports on media coverage, campaign performance, and PR outcomes, using data to inform strategies</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceGames experience is useful but not essential - what we are primarily looking for is someone who is a people person, enjoys being part of a team and takes pride in their work.&nbsp;The ideal candidate is someone who resonates with the following traits:<ul><li>Proactive and determined – seeks out solutions to problems, always looks for the best opportunities for our clients</li><li>Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively</li><li>A passion for writing,&nbsp;with solid copywriting skills</li><li>A nose for news and an interest in what makes a good story</li><li>Creatively curious and brave to share ideas and thoughts</li><li>Strong social knowledge – clued into the latest social trends and what makes creators tick</li><li>Confidence in both written and verbal communications</li><li>Thrives in a fast-paced environment</li><li>A strong desire to learn and adapt quickly</li><li>Honest and frank – cut to the chase, be constructive, tell it like it is, and own your wins and losses</li><li>Energy and drive to do great work</li></ul> Please apply by uploading your CV and covering letter quoting the reference JAE Games Dec 25. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Premier PR

Assistant account executive/account executive - games

Closing date for applications: 22nd December 2025Salary: £31,041 per annumContract: 12-month fixed-term&nbsp; Launch your publicity career at a global children's publisher! This entry-level role is your chance to join a supportive and creative team promoting a high-profile list of books, award-winning brands, and exciting authors.Usborne is an independent, family business, creating books which spark curiosity in children of all ages. These range from books for babies such as the bestselling THAT’S NOT MY® series of touchy-feely books, to YA fiction from acclaimed authors such as Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé and Ravena Guron – with everything from Sticker Dolly Dressing to Philosophy for Beginners in between. Whilst the company is now a market-leader in children’s publishing and one of the best-known brands in children’s books globally, the company retains a friendly and familial feel. If you want to work somewhere close-knit enough for people to know your name, but which has a first-class reputation around the world, Usborne is the place for you.UK marketing and publicity department is a close-working and collaborative team of 10 who create innovative and award-winning marketing and publicity campaigns. The publicity team maintain and develop the reputation of the Usborne brand, publicising and promoting Usborne books, series, sub-brands and authors, with the overall aim of increasing sales.We are looking for an organised, reliable and outgoing individual to join us as a publicity assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This entry-level role is ideal for someone eager to begin a career in PR within children’s publishing. Working at the heart of the publicity team, you will provide essential administrative support to keep our day-to-day operations running smoothly, while helping to promote Usborne’s high-profile list of fiction, non-fiction and baby and pre-school titles, along with our multi award-winning brands and authors. Reporting to the head of publicity, you will be part of a supportive, creative department where everyone’s ideas are welcome and valued. Responsibilities<ul><li>To maintain a range of PR systems, from our contacts database to our media monitoring to our awards submissions, and to coordinate mailings to media, booksellers, content creators, and industry contacts</li><li>Coordinate regular awards submissions, sending sample copies to judges and assets for shortlist promotions. Communicate longlist, shortlist and wins externally and internally.</li><li>Booking all author and publicity staff travel and accommodation for one-off events, award ceremonies, book tours and book festivals and conferences. Compiling schedules for these and updating and circulating the events diary</li><li>To create and provide regular publicity communications, including seasonal press releases, pitch presentations, newsletters and internal updates</li><li>Processing purchasing orders and invoices and submitting monthly expenses, adding to budget tracker</li><li>Responding to ad hoc press office queries, emailing follow-up assets and posting out books</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>Excellent organisation and time management skills, and the ability to constantly prioritise in a busy and sometimes pressurised environment</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a keen eye for detail and creative flair</li><li>Existing strong interpersonal skills and&nbsp;confidence to build and maintain relationships with internal colleagues (including those from outside of your immediate department), booksellers, librarians, content creators, other key contacts and&nbsp;above all our authors</li><li>Excellent administrative skills</li><li>Good understanding of traditional and digital media including social media</li><li>Flexibility to travel and work outside of normal office hours when necessary (including overnight stays, evening and weekend work)</li><li>Trustworthy and reliable, friendly and outgoing</li><li>A genuine desire to work in PR within children’s publishing</li><li>Lots of enthusiasm</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>MA in Publishing</li><li>Basic design skills&nbsp;</li></ul> Location and benefitsThis role is based in our London, Farringdon office and we work a 35-hour working week. After a successful initial induction period (where we require new staff to work in the office for 4-5 days per week) we then operate a hybrid working model of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home subject to business need, which optimises our opportunities for creative collaboration and contact with our colleagues.We offer a range of benefits including:<ul><li>25 days paid holiday entitlement</li><li>Industry-leading Pension Scheme and Life Assurance</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders</li><li>Healthcare Cashback scheme</li><li>Virtual GP service</li><li>Enhanced Family Friendly benefits</li><li>Paid Volunteer Day</li><li>Rewards and Discount services and shopping</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li><li>75% discount on Usborne books</li></ul> Recruitment processWe are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role and therefore applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK at the point of application. Due to the Christmas period we will have a longer application period than usual, therefore we may not commence shortlisting candidates until early January 2026. Please let us know if you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the application and/or recruitment process. Usborne is dedicated to building a diverse taskforce that reflects the wide range of communities that read our books globally. Decisions are made based on the individual’s skills and experiences and we particularly encourage applications from underrepresented demographics in Publishing.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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Usborne Publishing

Publicity assistant - 12 month FTC

Closing date for applications: 17th December 2025Salary: £27,000 per annumDepartment: Foreign rightsReporting to: Foreign rights managerContract Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Full TimeLocation: Vauxhall, London (hybrid post probation) Launch your publishing career with this entry-level role, supporting a dynamic foreign rights team and helping bring exceptional children’s books to readers around the world.&nbsp;Walker Books UK is part of the vibrant international&nbsp;Group that includes Candlewick Press, Holiday House and Peachtree in the USA and Walker Books Australia. Renowned for its truly original publishing and outstanding quality, the&nbsp;Walker Books Group&nbsp;is home to a wide range of children's and young adult books. Award-winning authors and illustrators for the group include Angie Thomas, Sydney Smith, M.T Anderson, Patrick Ness, and Jon Klassen. We are also enormously proud to publish beloved&nbsp;family brands including Lucy Cousin’s&nbsp;Maisy, Michael Rosen’s&nbsp;We're Going on a Bear Hunt,&nbsp;Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram’s&nbsp;Guess How Much I Love You&nbsp;and&nbsp;Martin Handford’s&nbsp;Where’s Wally?This is a unique and varied entry-level opportunity for a self-motivated individual looking to work in children’s publishing and launch their career in foreign rights. Within this role, you will provide support to a busy and dynamic international foreign rights team selling rights worldwide. You will get the opportunity to be involved in a broad range of tasks and projects. You will use your initiative and multi-tasking skills in this pivotal role to support the sales and administrative needs of the foreign rights team and liaise closely with a number of internal teams such as design, editorial, production, publicity and marketing in a fast-paced environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work with the Walker Books Group on débuts, award-winning and best-selling children’s books with customers from all around the world, across a wide range of formats, such as picture books, non-fiction, novelty and major licensed brands. Responsibilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Support sale fulfilment in assigned territories to account managers including:<ul><li>Liaise with production, IT, pre-press, marketing and legal departments</li><li>Oversee fulfilment of foreign-language editions of our titles, from confirmation of order to shipping</li><li>Maintain up-to-date records on progress of sales/print runs</li><li>Follow up local publication dates and author copies, and update databases accordingly</li></ul></li><li>Coordinate printing requests from the team and liaise with the Production department on schedules and costings for first printings and reprints</li><li>Coordinate and submit printed marketing materials for international trade event</li><li>Provide administrative support to sales, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining client records</li><li>Manage the foreign rights inbox for external customer queries.</li><li>Manage the department’s supply of finished copies</li><li>Organise and update the foreign rights archive with finished copies</li><li>Conduct market research and stay informed about industry trends and developments</li><li>Manage and support organise industry events, book fairs and sales trips, including:<ul><li>Setting up the timetables for fair attendees</li><li>Liaising with our stand management companies on set up and organisation of the fairs (stand location/fair passes/furniture and equipment)</li><li>Maintaining an up-to-date list of attendees, including authors and illustrators</li><li>Booking accommodation</li><li>Overseeing organisation of customer dinners</li><li>Coordinating travel currency</li><li>Maintaining up to date knowledge on any health and safety guidelines relating to travel and fair attendance</li><li>Organising distribution of the leaflets to agents and in-house</li><li>Manage administrative fair preparation tasks prior to attendance</li></ul></li><li>Subject to further role development, attending fairs and customer meetings abroad.</li><li>Ad-hoc tasks as required&nbsp;</li></ul>Please note the above is not an exhaustive list and does not necessarily include all the duties the job holder may have to perform. This job description may be amended to meet changing needs of the business. Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceTo be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate evidence of the following skills and/or experience:<ul><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, have the confidence in communicating with other departments as well as foreign publishers</li><li>Excellent time-management, organisational and administrative skills</li><li>An ability to use initiative and work calmly under pressure with a ‘can-do’ / proactive approach to problem-solving</li><li>An ability to prioritise work given specific deadlines, juggling multiple projects and requests without close supervision, with meticulous attention to detail</li><li>An understanding of the importance of a sales support role in relation to customer service and business development</li><li>An appreciation of working with, and making a positive contribution to, a busy and dynamic international sales team</li><li>Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft office applications, in particular Microsoft Excel</li><li>Mathematical and analytical skills are advantageous, as well as a high standard of written English</li><li>An interest and understanding of foreign cultures; foreign language skills will be advantageous but not essential</li><li>An interest in international publishing would be advantageous, but no prior publishing experience is necessary in order to apply for the role</li><li>Highly self-motivated, enjoys working as part of a team, and also able to work independently</li></ul> What we offer<ul><li>A supportive working environment where all voices are respected and creativity is not hierarchical</li><li>Hybrid work (at least two days in the office per week) once you have successfully passed probation</li><li>22 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays and Christmas closure (with annual leave increasing with length of service up to 27 days)</li><li>Enhanced Pension Scheme</li><li>Health Insurance and Health Cash Plan</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay</li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li><li>Plus, other great benefits!</li></ul> Additional informationIf you have any queries about this role or require any reasonable adjustments for your application or throughout the recruitment process, please let our team know by contacting us via the 'Apply' button.Please note we reserve the right to close vacancies before the closing date where we have received sufficient applications. We recommend submitting your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. All children deserve to see themselves, their families, and their communities represented in the books they read. As children’s book publishers, it is our goal to ensure that the books and content we publish authentically and joyfully reflect the world around us. As an employer, we are committed to creating and maintaining a supportive working environment where everyone is included, valued, and empowered to do their best and most creative work. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds without regard to race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, sex, or any other characteristic protected by law and those not yet protected by law.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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