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The Almeida Theatre is seeking a participation assistant (intern)!
This post is offered on a 30hrs, fixed-term contract until September 2023.
The participation assistant (intern) is a key member of the participation team. This is a training opportunity so there will be opportunities for observation, assisting and then leading on projects next summer. We are open to a range of previous experiences that may equip you for this role and are looking for a willingness to learn.
 
The job will involve:
<ul>
<li>Working on a range of projects across the Participation department, including Community Projects, Young Company Projects, Almeida For Free festivals and our Schools Programme. You will take on the role of assistant facilitator and assistant director on projects across the department</li>
<li>Regularly attending meetings and helping on projects at all stages, from planning to evaluation</li>
<li>Providing admin support for the department, including creating resources, answering general enquires via the phone and email and any other administration that the team requires</li>
</ul>
 
Knowledge, skills, experience
This opportunity will appeal to you if:
<ul>
<li>You have an enthusiasm for theatre</li>
<li>You have an interest in developing your skills in facilitating/directing young people, community groups and participatory projects</li>
<li>You have an interest in developing your administrative and project management skills professionally</li>
<li>We are not looking for specific qualifications or previous theatre experience, as we will provide training in all the relevant areas </li>
</ul>
 
Application deadline: 10AM, Wednesday 31st August 2022
Group first round interviews: w/c 12 September 2022
Second round interviews: w/c 19 September 2022
 
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.

Almeida Theatre

Participation assistant

Closing date: 5th September at 11.59pm
Salary: £22,100
Duration: 12 months
Start date: end of September onwards
 
Are you ready to gain in-depth training and a rich experience in a busy and exciting environment, with a world-class performing organisation? Don't miss this placement with the London Symphony Orchestra.
As the resident orchestra of the Barbican Centre, the LSO presents some 70 concerts here each year, performing the highest quality music from the core symphonic repertoire, as well as music by living or lesser-known composers. Other concert engagements in the UK provide additional opportunities for the Orchestra to be heard nationally, whilst the Orchestra’s major international touring programme brings the LSO to a global audience, particularly through annual residencies in New York and Paris and regular visits to Asia, the USA and Europe. 
The London Symphony Orchestra aims to raise over £3 million per annum from the private sector, with ambitions to grow the income significantly over the next three years. We generate this income for the Orchestra from corporate sponsorship and membership schemes, individual memberships and philanthropy, trusts and foundations, special events, and the statutory sector across all aspects of the LSO’s activities both in the UK and internationally.
The pandemic has necessitated huge changes in all areas of the LSO’s work, and Development is no exception. While some income streams have been hard hit by the pandemic, we have seen amazing and inspiring generosity from many people. Support from individual donors, in particular our family of Patrons, has been vitally important over recent years, and will remain key for ongoing health of organisation. This is an exciting time to join the team, as we review our engagement opportunities and memberships to ensure they remain current and attractive in the new climate.
The London Symphony Orchestra has an opportunity for someone wishing to take a first step into the world of arts administration, and fundraising in particular, as part of a 12 month placement. The role will offer an opportunity to work across the LSO’s busy Development department, gaining experience in all areas of the team’s work, including Individual Giving, Corporate fundraising, Events, and Trust &amp; Foundations fundraising.
 
What you'll learn
<ul>
<li>How to work as part of a team in a professional environment</li>
<li>A superb opportunity to learn about fundraising systems, strategies and practices</li>
<li>Developing and practicing administrative skills required across any professional working environments</li>
<li>Direct experience engaging with a cross-section of donors, sponsors, fundraisers and wider arts administration teams</li>
<li>Working with professional artists, particularly orchestral musicians</li>
<li>Knowledge of planning and management software including fundraising databases for the performing arts</li>
<li>Continued feedback on your progress and opportunities to reflect on learning and future interests</li>
<li>Mock interview and CV workshops are provided towards the end of the placement</li>
<li>Access to free LSO concerts and opportunities to attend LSO rehearsals</li>
</ul>
 
What you'll be doing
Project assistance and support
<ul>
<li>Learn and assist with the delivery of membership scheme benefits, including ticket bookings, event invitations and responses, production of guest lists, and general preparation for events and concerts, both digital and live</li>
<li>Learn and assist with correspondence and mailings across the Development team</li>
<li>Learn and maintain accurate donor and corporate details using Raiser's Edge database</li>
<li>Undertake research, including benchmarking against other organisations and building profiles of prospects and prospective funders</li>
<li>Produce regular business and philanthropic updates for use by the team</li>
</ul>
Other experience
<ul>
<li>Undertaking occasional concert duty, supporting Development events at the Barbican and occasionally elsewhere</li>
<li>Assisting with other department activities and fundraising events</li>
</ul>
 
Knowledge, skills, experience
Essential
<ul>
<li>A strong interest in fundraising and relationship management</li>
<li>Excellent organisation and administrative skills with meticulous attention to detail</li>
<li>Strong communication skills with the ability to convey ideas and information to a range of target groups and present a case articulately and concisely both orally and in writing</li>
<li>Ability to plan effectively, setting up and maintaining systems to make best use of time and resources</li>
<li>Highly motivated to work effectively both under own initiative and within a team</li>
<li>Flexible attitude to work – prepared to help out with other department tasks where necessary</li>
<li>Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office</li>
<li>Excellent level of numeracy</li>
<li>Enthusiastic and positive mental attitude</li>
</ul>
 
Desirable
<ul>
<li>Some previous experience gained in the arts, media or broadcasting sectors</li>
<li>An enthusiasm for music</li>
</ul>
 
To apply
<ul>
<li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li>
<li>Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li>
<li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li>
<li>Do not contact the company directly</li>
<li>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li>
</ul>
 
This opportunity is only open to individuals from a group that is under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

London Symphony Orchestra

Development assistant

Salary: £21,600
Contract: 12 months 
Location: 16 Charles II Street, Piccadilly, London SW1Y 4QU. You must be able to work in the London office 60% of your time
Deadline: 4th September 2022 at 23:59
Start date: end of September
 
Apply if you would love to join BAFTA for an exciting 12-month internship and work with two departments within the organisation.
BAFTA is a leading global charitable institution focused on championing creativity, opportunity and social change for all through the transformative power of film, games and television. They inspire new and unheard voices to become the future of the Film, Games and Television industries, they support talented people from all backgrounds to help them achieve their potential, they advocate progressive industry and cultural change, and they amplify and celebrate excellence across the screen industries.
This internship is aimed at those seeking their first professional role in the industry, including those changing industries or returning to work after a break. This opportunity is a 12-month contract aimed at skilling up and providing a valuable entry point into a career in the arts, arts administration, film, games and/or television.
Through the course of the contract, BAFTA interns will work with two departments within the organisation, spending six months with each department. The BAFTA departments taking part in the internship scheme are: learning, inclusion and talent, events, partnerships and fundraising, PR and communications, albert (sustainability) and production.
By applying via this advert, you are selecting partnerships &amp; fundraising as your preferred department. 
This role is likely to include some evening and weekend work, which will vary according to department.
 
What you will learn
PR &amp; comms 
Assisting the PR and Communications team with all year round communications activity for BAFTA. Including consumer facing campaigns for BAFTA’s film, games and television awards, year-round initiatives including Breakthrough and Elevate, as well as corporate communications activity and internal comms. This role will report to the Executive Director of PR and Communications, but work to support senior teams across the Communications, Digital Content and Marketing teams on a project basis.
 
Learning, inclusion &amp; talent
Gain valuable insight into learning and inclusion practices in film, TV and games industry, as well as talent development initiatives. Understand the talent pipeline and how interventions and networking can support the people through their career. Gain insight into BAFTA’s four key audiences: children and young people; new entrants; new talent and industry.
 
Events
General event logistics assistance in the production of the BAFTA Award ceremonies. You'll demonstrate excellent organisational skills, be a clear and concise communicator and have an interest in event management with a keen eye for detail. You will need to be self-motivated and hardworking, proactive and able to learn quickly on the job and work to tight deadlines.
 
albert (sustainability)
Gaining an insight into the exposure to working in film/TV production departments and the growth of being more environmentally sustainable. Undertake administrative tasks to support the Director of albert and wider project objectives, including diary management, writing minutes, and sending out briefing materials. Support in managining the albert inbox, directing correspondence to the relevant member of the team and liaising with production teams regarding their use of albert tools and resources. Carry out evidence-checking assessments for albert sustainable production certification.
 
Partnerships &amp; fundraising
Assisting the partnerships team during BAFTA’s busy Awards season and beyond, specifically with the delivery of key activity including the Style Suites and industry partnerships. The internship is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience of BAFTA’s work and to learn how large-scale partnerships are delivered. You will support the wider partnerships and fundraising team in day-to-day administrative duties during this busy and exciting period.
 
Production
The individual they are looking for needs to demonstrate excellent organisational skills, be a clear and concise communicator and have an interest in production, with a keen eye for detail. They will need to be self-motivated and able to learn quickly on the job. The role will require working across four award ceremonies and supporting the production team.
 
Knowledge, skills, experience
<ul>
<li>Excellent attention to detail</li>
<li>Excellent written English and telephone/ in-person manner</li>
<li>Organisation skills</li>
<li>Ability to work in a directed way, managing regular tasks</li>
<li>Ability to take initiative</li>
<li>Interested in film, games and/or TV</li>
</ul>
 
To apply
<ul>
<li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li>
<li>Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li>
<li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li>
<li>Do not contact the company directly</li>
<li>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li>
</ul>
This opportunity is only open to individuals from a group that is under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

BAFTA

Partnerships & fundraising intern

Salary: £22,984
Contract: 12 months
Deadline: 6th September 2022
Start date: end of September 2022 
 
The development traineeship is a great opportunity to learn about the theatre industry by working as part of the fundraising team at the Donmar. Applications are now open!
The Donmar Warehouse is a 251-seat, not-for-profit theatre in Covent Garden, led by Artistic Director Michael Longhurst and Executive Director Henny Finch. They have won more than 100 awards in their 29-year history.
 
About the traineeship 
CATALYST supports the development of talent both on and offstage which is underrepresented both at the Donmar and in the wider industry. Through this talent development programme, they create bespoke experiences for roles/individuals within the organisation, welcoming a range of voices and skills to the Donmar.
 
A previous trainee has said:
“I’ll leave the Donmar feeling better prepared and excited about pursuing a career in the creative industries. This traineeship has been a great learning opportunity; I’ve gained a greater awareness and appreciation of the work that goes into making theatre. Working at the Donmar has improved my confidence greatly.”
 
This post will gain an overview of the fundraising landscape in the arts sector and an understanding of the different strands of the development team’s income: from individuals, corporates and trusts and foundations.
While the role covers all aspects of fundraising, a significant part of the role will see you work closely with the development events producer to deliver the events programme for Donmar supporters. These events offer Donmar's supporters a deeper insight into the work on stage and provide the team the opportunity to spend valuable time with donors to continue to build their relationship with them.
Through this experience, you will learn key skills in event management as well as administration, report writing and research of prospective supporters.
 
What you’ll be doing
<ul>
<li>Supporting the delivery of all development events</li>
<li>Preparing invite lists, invitations, guest lists and guest notes, researching guests where appropriate</li>
<li>Managing RSVPs and updating the database with relevant attendance information</li>
<li>Liaising with event venues and third parties as well as actors, creatives and production staff attending Donmar events</li>
<li>Organising event briefings and post event debriefs</li>
<li>Supporting with administration of development operations</li>
<li>Carrying out and recording research of prospective supporters across different fundraising streams</li>
<li>Keeping the database up to date with the latest information</li>
<li>Booking tickets for Donmar supporters</li>
<li>Attending Donmar events on a regular basis, including evenings</li>
</ul>
 
Knowledge, skills, experience 
No previous experience of working in theatre is required.
<ul>
<li>A desire to pursue a career in the arts</li>
<li>An interest in the fundraising sector</li>
<li>An eagerness to learn and develop new skills</li>
<li>Attention to detail in all work, with excellent administration and organisational skills</li>
<li>Ability to use initiative and work as part of a busy team</li>
<li>Ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines</li>
<li>Good communication and an ability to get along with a variety of people</li>
<li>Ability to prioritise, work well under pressure and adapt to new situations</li>
<li>A ‘can-do’ attitude</li>
<li>Good IT skills, with sound knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel etc)</li>
<li>Willingness to work outside of normal office hours on a regular basis (time off will be given to make up for any out of hours work)</li>
</ul>
Desirable
<ul>
<li>Experience of working in an office context, either as a volunteer, work experience or employee</li>
</ul>
 
The Donmar Warehouse will support you in developing your personal professional development plan during the role, offer external mentoring and networking opportunities, and support with mentorship beyond the 12-month traineeship.
 
Working pattern and holidays: 
25 days holiday per year, plus 8 bank holidays
Flexible working policy and Time of in Lieu for out of hours work
Core hours 10am-6pm, 1 hr for lunch
 
To apply
<ul>
<li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li>
<li>Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li>
<li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li>
<li>Do not contact the company directly</li>
<li>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li>
</ul>
This opportunity is only open to individuals from a group that is under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

Donmar Warehouse

Development trainee

Salary: £22,984
Contract: 12 months
Deadline: 6th September 2022
Start date: end of September 2022 
 
Work closely with schools, community organisations and freelance theatre-makers as the Donmar Warehouse's participation trainee!
The Donmar Warehouse is a 251-seat, not-for-profit theatre in Covent Garden, led by Artistic Director Michael Longhurst and Executive Director Henny Finch. They have won more than 100 awards in their 29-year history.
 
About the traineeship 
CATALYST supports the development of talent both on and offstage which is underrepresented both at the Donmar and in the wider industry. Through this talent development programme, they create bespoke experiences for roles/individuals within the organisation, welcoming a range of voices and skills to the Donmar.
The participation traineeship is an opportunity to gain skills and knowledge of the theatre industry through working as part of the team that delivers the Donmar’s schools and community work. You will work across all of the participation projects, supporting administration and operations, and working closely with schools, community organisations and freelance theatre-makers. Donmar Warehouse will support you in developing your personal professional development plan during the role, offer external mentoring and networking opportunities, and support with mentorship beyond the 12-month post.
 
A previous trainee has said:
“I’ll leave the Donmar feeling better prepared and excited about pursuing a career in the creative industries. This traineeship has been a great learning opportunity; I’ve gained a greater awareness and appreciation of the work that goes into making theatre. Working at the Donmar has improved my confidence greatly.”
 
What you’ll be doing:
<ul>
<li>Supporting with administration of Participation operations</li>
<li>Being a key point of contact for teachers and group leaders on projects </li>
<li>Setting up meetings, co-ordinating refreshments and cleaning up afterwards</li>
<li>Maintaining and updating the Donmar’s school and community database </li>
<li>Working with Ticketing and Customer Experience teams to organise tickets and facilitate visits to the theatre </li>
<li>Keeping an up-to-date departmental schedule of all activity </li>
<li>Accurately minuting meetings and sharing action points, when required </li>
<li>Looking after project participants in line with the Donmar’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy </li>
<li>Managing the departmental email accounts </li>
<li>Supporting the Participation Producer with finance tasks</li>
<li>Logging Equal Opportunities forms for project participants and freelance practitioners</li>
<li>Supporting the marketing team in communicating participation activity through the collation of documentation</li>
<li>Attending Donmar events on a regular basis, including evenings and weekends</li>
</ul>
 
Knowledge, skills, experience
No previous experience of working in theatre is required.
<ul>
<li>A desire to pursue a career in the arts</li>
<li>An interest in the fundraising sector</li>
<li>An eagerness to learn and develop new skills</li>
<li>Attention to detail in all work, with excellent administration and organisational skills</li>
<li>Ability to use initiative and work as part of a busy team</li>
<li>Ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines</li>
<li>Good communication and an ability to get along with a variety of people</li>
<li>Ability to prioritise, work well under pressure and adapt to new situations</li>
<li>A ‘can-do’ attitude</li>
<li>Good IT skills, with sound knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel etc)</li>
<li>Willingness to work outside of normal office hours on a regular basis (time off will be given to make up for any out of hours work)</li>
</ul>
Desirable
<ul>
<li>Experience of working in an office context, either as a volunteer, work experience or employee</li>
<li>Knowledge of the local communities in Camden and Westminster and how to engage with them</li>
<li>Experience of having engaged with participatory projects in school or community settings</li>
<li>An awareness of safeguarding procedures for young people and adults at risk</li>
</ul>
 
Working pattern and holidays: 
25 days holiday per year, plus 8 bank holidays
Flexible working policy and Time of in Lieu for out of hours work
Core hours 10am-6pm, 1 hr for lunch
 
To apply
<ul>
<li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li>
<li>Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li>
<li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li>
<li>Do not contact the company directly</li>
<li>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li>
</ul>
This opportunity is only open to individuals from a group that is under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

Participation trainee

Salary: National Living Wage
Location: Worcester (you must be based within an hour travel time from Worcester)
Contract: 6 months, part-time (16-24 hours / 2-3 days per week)
Deadline: 8th September 2022 at 23:59
Start date: October 2022
 
Want to help Vamos Theatre share the power of non-verbal mask theatre with a wide range of people and communities? Don't miss this unique opportunity to join them as their learning and participation intern.
Vamos Theatre is the UK's leading full mask theatre company, taking its funny and fearless brand of wordless theatre across the length and breadth of the country and beyond since 2006. Their mission is to transform lives through the power and connection of mask theatre based on real life stories which encourages awareness of shared human experiences. They aim to change the way people see the world by giving a voice to those who are often without one. Through research, collaboration &amp; partnership working with all walks of life, they tell socially relevant stories in the form of engaging, entertaining, high quality live theatre. 
The learning &amp; participation (L&amp;P) intern will assist the creative producer in the day-to-day running of Vamos Theatre’s exciting and evolving learning and participation programmes, which are designed to share the transformational power of mask theatre with all. 
 
What you will learn
<ul>
<li>Assist in administrating aspects of their learning &amp; participation (L&amp;P) offer, including workshops, their Mask Library and mask.ED digital learning programme</li>
<li>Assist in project management including bookings, scheduling and reporting/evaluation</li>
<li>Assist in the delivery of aspects of their L&amp;P offer including school/community workshops and residencies, Arts in Health delivery, their programmes for people with learning disabilities and other events</li>
<li>Assist in the production of L&amp;P digital assets and marketing of the programme</li>
<li>Assist in strengthening the evaluation of their L&amp;P work into a refined and robust system</li>
<li>Line managed by the creative producer and mentored by them and the artistic director, you will also have chance to learn from and assist other members of the team as appropriate, giving you the opportunity to gain an insight into the work of other departments work (production, marketing, producing, fundraising)</li>
</ul>
 
Knowledge, skills, experience
Essential
<ul>
<li>Experience of facilitating/co-facilitating drama/theatre workshops and a strong interest in working with a wide range of groups (including young people and communities)</li>
<li>A genuine interest in learning about and developing skills in non-verbal full-mask theatre, a unique and highly accessible art form</li>
<li>Some experience in theatre / performing arts – this may be through formal education qualifications or through more informal routes/experience</li>
<li>A commitment to care and quality when working with people of all ages, needs and experiences</li>
<li>Project management / administration skills (this may be from previous employment, or from managing your own work or projects)</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to use own initiative, manage multiple projects/a varied workload</li>
<li>A natural collaborator/team-worker who will fit into a close-knit company with ease</li>
<li>Flexible and adaptable approach, including being available for some weekend/evening commitments</li>
</ul>
Desirable
<ul>
<li>UK driving license holder</li>
<li>Knowledge of Arts in Health settings, including work with older people and people living with dementia</li>
<li>Knowledge of working with people with learning disabilities</li>
<li>Experience and knowledge of mask theatre and/or other non-verbal theatre</li>
<li>Previous delivery (or assisting delivery) in workshop settings</li>
</ul>
 
To apply
<ul>
<li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li>
<li>Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li>
<li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li>
<li>Do not contact the company directly</li>
<li>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li>
</ul>
 
This internship is only open to candidates from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds.
This role is part-funded by the Mo Siewcharran Memorial Fund which supports internships for young talent from ethnicities that are under-represented in the theatre, publishing and music industries.
The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

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