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Closing date: 15th July 2025 at 11.55pmSalary: £28,500 We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Trade Marketing Assistant to join the Group Sales team, working across all divisions at HarperCollins UK.The role sits within the Trade Marketing team, and the successful candidate will work across both UK and international markets. This is an exciting entry level opportunity for someone who is passionate about high street bookshops and interested in driving HarperCollins communications and relationships with booksellers worldwide. Key responsibilities<ul><li>Curating trade-facing newsletters and communications</li><li>Running trade-facing social media accounts</li><li>Updating the IndieThinking and HarperReach websites</li><li>Managing trade-facing inboxes, responding to customer queries</li><li>Managing and co-ordinating mailings to booksellers</li><li>Updating and maintaining retailer grids</li><li>Ordering proofs and sample copies</li><li>Creating retailer PowerPoint presentations</li><li>Building relationships with retailers (e.g. Waterstones and independent booksellers)</li><li>Assisting the Trade Marketing team with trade events</li><li>Assisting the Trade Marketing teams with day-to-day tasks</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Organisation and prioritisation skills with the ability to meet deadlines</li><li>Attention to detail</li><li>Strong relationship building skills</li><li>Collaborative team player</li><li>Skills in MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel)</li><li>Driven and proactive, with a willingness to learn</li><li>A passion for books and reading</li><li>Prior experience in the publishing industry is not required</li></ul> Benefits<ul><li>Hybrid working model (3 days in the office)</li><li>28 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Private healthcare cover and life assurance</li><li>Summer Hours </li><li>Free access to HeadSpace, employee assistance programme (24 hour helpline), mental health first aiders, and a wellbeing portal</li><li>Relocation Rent Support Loan </li><li>Employee networks: HC All In (open forum), Elevate (for ethnic minority colleagues), HarperParents, Menopause at Work, Pride at HC, Social Mobility Network and Neurodiversity at Work</li><li>Unlimited training on our Learning and Development portal</li><li>Virtual GP and eyecare vouchers</li><li>Gym membership discount</li><li>Onsite physiotherapy (London only)</li><li>Charitable donation matching and&nbsp;2 volunteering days</li><li>We're a certified Carbon Neutral company</li><li>Free e-books and audiobooks, newspaper subscriptions and discounts on books</li><li>Subsidised canteen and retail discounts</li><li>Onsite prayer room&nbsp;</li></ul> The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews and undertaking internships or entry level positions. For more information visit&nbsp; <a href="https://www.btbs.org/" target="_blank">https://www.btbs.org/</a>If you wish to discuss anything regarding this position and/or your application to this role, please reach out directly to <a href="mailto:tarni.crossley-lees@harpercollins.co.uk" target="_blank">tarni.crossley-lees@harpercollins.co.uk</a> with subject heading ‘Vacancy Query’ plus the job title and we will aim to get back to you within 5 working days.Please note, if you are interested in the role you would need to submit your application via the 'Apply' button. We do not accept email applications. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Glasgow Office 

Honley

Dublin

HarperCollins Publishers UK

HarperCollins

200 Years of HarperCollins

Trade marketing assistant

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

Team assistant, Quay St Productions - 6 Month FTC

📍Location: London - Hybrid remote (1-2 days per week in our East-London based office)📆 Closing date: 5pm, Friday 18th July 2025💰 Salary: £50,000- £60,000 DOE&nbsp; &nbsp;Lead and support the growing video team at PinkNews!PinkNews is the world’s largest LGBTQ+ publisher, one of the world’s largest social video publishers and a key platform for Gen Z entertainment and internet culture content. Our multi-award-winning content reaches a growing audience of over 200M people each month, highlighting our position as a leader in the industry.&nbsp;We’re looking for a dynamic Executive Producer to lead and support our growing video team at PinkNews. You’ll oversee content production and publishing and manage Snap channels to ensure our output is impactful, timely and aligned with the wider PinkNews mission. This role blends hands-on leadership, journalism and social strategy, offering the opportunity to shape video content that informs, inspires and entertains.The Executive Producer reports into the Head of Video and will be a great communicator and collaborator as well as being confident, with lots of creative ideas and industry knowledge. You’ll be working cross-departmentally with our editorial, video, social, commercial and events teams. As a natural leader you will provide motivation and support to the video team, line managing and mentoring team members. This role will work on shifts across the week and weekends, working a maximum of 1 in 4 weekends.As PinkNews expands on to new platforms and into new territories, our content, products and services will deepen our relationship with the tens of millions of people who engage with our content every month, as well as establishing relationships with a whole new audience - and our video content is central to our mission to inform, inspire change and empower people to be themselves. &nbsp;Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Commission, oversee production&nbsp;and&nbsp;publish&nbsp;video content for PinkNews' owned and operated channels including, but not limited to Snapchat, TikTok, Youtube, Instagram and Facebook</li><li>Generate headlines and captions for content</li><li>Provide direct line management of team members, taking an active role in their development and progression Lead on the production and publishing&nbsp;of creative and video concepts across all of PinkNews' channels including scriptwriting, editing and producing content</li><li>Be proactive in leading group learning sessions, upskilling and knowledge sharing across the team</li><li>Working with the Head of Video, develop and implement a video content and production strategy across all PinkNews platforms</li><li>Provide day-to-day management of producers; resource planning, delegating, assigning tasks, reviewing work, providing feedback on edits</li><li>Manage up to 5 Snapchat shows, ensuring their success and proactively identifying areas of opportunity</li><li>Generate ideas and deliver branded content campaigns for external partners</li><li>Work with influencers, talent and external contributors for interviews and content collaborations</li><li>Monitor and track performance and trends to provide monthly insights into what content is resonating with our audience</li><li>Film and edit video content using Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and After Effects</li><li>Be an inspiring leader and support the development of our production team</li><li>Innovate our video output ensuring we are staying at the forefront of video journalism and storytelling</li><li>Be the final line of responsibility and legal checks&nbsp;for content&nbsp;</li></ul> &nbsp;Successful candidates will demonstrate:<ul><li>Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, preferably within publishing/ journalism</li><li>In-depth understanding of social video publishing</li><li>Expert media law knowledge</li><li>Keen journalistic eye</li><li>Expert scriptwriting</li><li>Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro</li><li>Adobe After Effects skills, desirable</li><li>Sound knowledge of media law</li><li>Experience of line managing and supporting the development of junior team members</li></ul> &nbsp;The Package:<ul><li>🌴 35 days annual leave per year</li><li>🎂 An extra day off for your birthday</li><li>🧠 24/7 access to mental health support</li><li>💬 Instant access to regular counselling &amp; therapy sessions, booked directly through Slack</li><li>📚 Funded training and development opportunities</li><li>🎉 Fully funded socials, activities and away days</li><li>🤝 Unlimited access to our well-being and mental health resource centre</li><li>⚖️ Instant access to independent financial, legal and other advice for you and your family members</li><li>🏆 Monthly team awards</li><li>📄 Progressive workplace policies including Transitioning At Work</li><li>📍Commitment to hybrid and flexible working</li><li>💻 New Macbook</li><li>💚 Mental Health First Aiders (training available)</li></ul> &nbsp;Shift patterns:Currently, we work on the following shift patterns:<ul><li>Weekday Shifts: Mid (09:00 - 17:30) / Late (12:30 - 21:00). 1 in every 4 weeks is a late shift.</li><li>Weekend Shift: 10:00-18:30 / 1 in every 4-6 weekends</li></ul>PinkNews is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates differences, allowing you to be your authentic self at work.As the leading LGBTQ+ media brand, we want to use our platform to amplify voices and represent our diverse audience.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

PinkNews

Executive producer

Closing date: 23rd July 2025Salary: £36,432 to £39,000 per annumShortlisting date: W/C 28th JulyInterview date: 11th and 12th August (only) With this permanent full-time role, you'll play a key role in shaping how the gallery and its programmes engage with audiences online, ensuring our digital platforms reflect our mission of community-building through creativity.&nbsp;This role is about storytelling, engagement, and accessibility, using digital content to invite audiences into meaningful conversations about art, community, and the world around us. You are a creative thinker with a passion for the arts, skilled in multimedia content creation, digital strategy, and event-based digital production.&nbsp;You will work closely with artists, communities and audiences, creative sector partners and organisations as well as staff from across the council and elected Members. Responsibilities<ul><li>Leading on the delivery and shaping of the digital content strategy&nbsp;showcasing our exhibitions, artists, and community programmes in engaging ways. Working closely with the Arts Programme and Partnership Manager and Programming Team. &nbsp;</li><li>Create compelling multimedia content (videos, images, articles, and interactive features) that engages with existing and encourages new audiences, inspiring creativity and dialogue. </li><li>Work closely with programmers, artists, educators, and local communities to capture authentic stories that highlight diverse voices and perspectives. </li><li>Develop content that integrates live, digital, and hybrid experiences, ensuring that online audiences can engage meaningfully with our programmes. </li><li>To support the development of our public facing programmes, through direct project management and delivery by commissioning, contracting, producing and partnering with arts organisations, artists and creatives. &nbsp;</li><li>Work closely with programming teams to ensure accessibility and inclusivity, to manage financial processes and budgets as well as financial targets for projects, including fundraising, &nbsp;</li><li>To contribute to strategic initiatives and policies which increase the effectiveness of our services. To work with other council services and creative sector partners to increase the public benefit on shared priorities. </li><li>To work flexibly across the service and provide support and cover for colleagues and senior staff as required.&nbsp;</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experienceYou will have:<ul><li>Demonstrated experience commissioning, contracting, and delivering digital or hybrid arts content and events, including managing timelines, budgets, and partnerships with arts organisations and creative practitioners. </li><li>Proven ability to create engaging, high-quality multimedia content (including video, audio, photography, and written features) that communicates artistic and community narratives with clarity, creativity, and sensitivity to diverse perspectives. </li><li>Knowledge of digital content creation tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, video/audio editing software) and publishing platforms (e.g. CMS, social media, podcast platforms), with an understanding of what makes content engaging across different formats and channels. </li><li>Experience of arts programme production, managing live events and coordinating projects with multiple partners and diverse audiences. </li><li>Knowledge of digital platforms for communications, developing audiences and new artistic practices employing digital media. </li><li>A willingness to learn about current best practice in arts project management, including issues related to working with artists, audience development and increasing public access, programming and effective management of available resources &nbsp;</li></ul> We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Richmond &amp; Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.&nbsp;

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

Arts officer (Digital and Participation)

Closing date: 31st July 2025Salary: £35,000 per annum Do you want to join a dynamic and ambitious team, where your ideas and contributions will help deliver first-class experiences for audiences and sponsors alike?The Stage Media Company is dedicated to providing up-to-date news, events and services for the UK’s performing arts and book publishing industries. Its two titles, The Stage and The Bookseller, are established leaders within their respective fields, offering industry news, authoritative reviews and insightful features.We are seeking a talented and driven Senior Marketing Executive to lead audience acquisition and revenue growth for our expanding portfolio of conferences and awards, including flagship events from The Bookseller and The Stage. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced&nbsp;creative and data-savvy events marketer to make a real impact and shape the marketing strategy behind some of the most respected brands in the book publishing and performing arts industries. You will be working on events including The British Book Awards, The Stage Debut Awards, FutureBook, Future of Theatre, The Stage Awards and The Speakies. What you will do<ul><li>Campaign Management: Plan and execute high-impact, multi-channel marketing campaigns to drive attendance for our conferences and awards.</li><li>Delegate Acquisition: Lead audience acquisition using targeted email marketing, social media, SEO, paid campaigns, and content marketing.</li><li>Database Management: Maintain and optimise segmented databases to ensure accurate targeting and strong campaign performance.</li><li>Website &amp; UX: Own the ongoing optimisation of event websites, ensuring a seamless user journey and strong conversion rates.</li><li>Audience Growth: Develop strategies to build community, increase retention and drive growth among returning and new attendees year-on-year.</li><li>Performance Analysis: Track and report on key marketing KPIs, using data to test, learn, and continually improve campaign results.</li><li>Partnerships: Build and manage promotional partnerships with associations, speakers, sponsors, and media to amplify reach and engagement.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with editorial, events, and commercial teams to ensure campaigns are aligned with business goals and brand messaging.</li><li>Pricing Strategy: Support pricing strategy and positioning discussions with insights from audience behaviour and competitor benchmarks.</li></ul> What we are looking for<ul><li>Substantial&nbsp;end-to-end&nbsp;events marketing experience, with&nbsp;demonstrated success in delegate and&nbsp;audience acquisition.</li><li>Proven ability to manage marketing across multiple events simultaneously, meeting or exceeding performance targets.</li><li>Proficient in CRM and marketing automation platforms – ideally Salesforce and Adestra.</li><li>Comfortable with data analysis and reporting; strong Excel skills essential.</li><li>Knowledgeable in SEO, paid and organic social media, and email best practices.</li></ul> This may be a good fit for you if you:<ul><li>Strong eye for visual design and ability to create on-brand marketing assets using design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite).</li><li>Highly organised, self-motivated, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Can positively contribute to a team-oriented, collaborative environment</li></ul> Other information:Normal working hours are 9am - 5pm, with occasional evening or weekend work to cover events. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, requiring at least three days a week at The Stage’s office on Bermondsey Street, SE1, with opportunities for remote work on the other days.Please note we start screening CVs and interviewing candidates from the start of a campaign. A successful candidate could progress to offer before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested.&nbsp;We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, and celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences that diversity brings.If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know. We are here to support you and ensure you have the best possible experience.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.&nbsp;

The Stage Media Company Limited

Senior marketing executive

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 22nd of&nbsp;July 2025 at 11.59pmSalary: £28,000 - £30,100Contract: Full-time permanent position &nbsp;This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate interested in a career in print production.We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our busy Production team to work on the Osprey and Continuum imprints, which publish a broad range of subjects.Reporting to the Production Manager, key tasks will include costing and processing mono and colour reprints as well as managing POD. This role also involves artworking covers so a good working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a must. &nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experienceThe ideal candidate will have:<ul><li>Excellent organisational and time-management skills</li><li>Good numeracy skills</li><li>Proven IT skills (knowledge of Word, Excel and Adobe Creative Suite are essential)</li><li>A keen eye for detail</li><li>Completed a publishing course which included an element of print production training</li></ul>Some production experience would be an advantage, but is not essential.The role is based at our Oxford office, Kemp House, Chawley Park, Cumnor Hill, Oxford OX2 9PH 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 Mondays and Tuesdays.This position is eligible for Bloomsbury’s Rental Deposit Loan Scheme. To assist candidates who want to start and to establish a career in publishing, Bloomsbury offers an interest-free rental deposit to support securing somewhere to live. The rental deposit loan can be up to £3,000 and will be paid back over 2 years.Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the link to our website detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 23:59 on Tuesday 22nd of&nbsp;July 2025. For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.&nbsp;Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications. &nbsp;Bloomsbury BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li></ul>Holidays<ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li></ul>&nbsp;Other Benefits<ul><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays – take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight - For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources. For additional benefits see our careers page.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 requiredApplicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Book Trade Charity provide financial assistance for people looking to get into the publishing industry; you can find more information and talk directly here: <a href="http://booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">http://booktradeentrysupport.org</a>

Head Office - London

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Bloomsbury Publishing UK: Bedford Square Office

Reprints controller, Production - Adult Trade and Special Interest

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 22nd JulySalary: £39,000 - £48,000 depending on skills and experienceContract: The role is a 12-month fixed term maternity cover position. &nbsp;An exciting opportunity has arisen for a ‘Sales Manager, Special Sales’ to join our Bloomsbury UK Sales Team selling to accounts across the Adult, Children’s, Special Interest and Head of Zeus lists for a period of maternity cover.This role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced, enthusiastic and sales/profit hungry professional, with a real passion Special Sales, to join the fast-moving and high-performing Sales Team of a top 5 UK publisher.This Sales Manager will report in to the Head of Special Sales and will work closely with colleagues across the business to play your part in leading our best in class sales team in delivering ambitious and sustainable sales, profit and market growth. &nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Maximise turnover and profit for your accounts, selling across adult trade, special interest, children’s and Head of Zeus divisions whilst working towards group sales strategy and targets.</li><li>Communicate internally and externally via regular presentations and negotiating deals that secure best possible visibility for Bloomsbury titles which feeds into overarching strategy.</li><li>Demonstrate commercial awareness and an in-depth understanding of budgets, and deal P&amp;Ls in order to prioritise workload and forward plan to maximise ROI for department. </li><li>Represent the Special Sales team at relevant internal meetings, providing market insight, contributing to and shaping sales strategy, and feeding into internal reporting across all publishing divisions. Including, but not restricted to business reviews, acquisition discussions and weekly sales updates.</li><li>Work closely with the publishing, production and operations teams to create special editions, bespoke print runs and custom products, achieving best possible margin for business. </li><li>Entrepreneurial attitude and drive to pursue new business opportunities. </li><li>Line management responsibilities, setting a positive and professional example as a people and account manager. Managing their workload and supporting their training and development requirements.&nbsp;</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Negotiation skills.</li><li>Presentation skills.</li><li>Able to manage a direct report.</li><li>Highly numerate and comfortable with forecasting, budgeting and data analysis.</li><li>Leads by example and possesses a high degree of integrity.</li><li>Possesses a high level of resilience and drive, able to be flexible and change direction as required.</li><li>Can juggle a busy workload and multitask.</li><li>Excellent communicator who is confident in dealing with people at all levels, both in person and over email.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and focus on efficiency at all times.</li><li>Excellent time-management and organisational skills, with a keen awareness of deadlines.</li><li>Ability to adapt to changing daily tasks.</li><li>Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Teams.</li></ul> &nbsp;Additional informationThe role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).&nbsp; Allocated office days for this role are: Monday and Tuesday.This position is eligible for Bloomsbury’s Rental Deposit Loan Scheme. To assist candidates who want to start and to establish a career in publishing, Bloomsbury offers an interest-free rental deposit to support securing somewhere to live. The rental deposit loan can be up to £3,000 and will be paid back over 2 years.Please apply with a CV and covering letter&nbsp;addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by Tuesday 22nd July 2025.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications. &nbsp;Bloomsbury BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern&nbsp;<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li></ul>Holidays<ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li></ul>&nbsp;Other Benefits<ul><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays – take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight -&nbsp;For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources. &nbsp;Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 22nd July at 11.59pmSalary: £50,000 - £58,000 per annum depending on skills and experienceContract: Full-time 12-month fixed term maternity cover contract. &nbsp;Bloomsbury Publishing is looking for a Head of Special Sales to join our UK Sales Team for a 12 month fixed term contract.&nbsp;The candidate will lead our ambitious growth strategy for the Special Sales channel working across all Bloomsbury publishing divisions. Our list encompasses Children’s, Head of Zeus, Adult Trade, Cookery and Lifestyle including the following authors: William Dalrymple, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Johan Hari, Elodie Harper, Dan Jones, SJ Maas, Madeline Miller, Poppy O’Toole, J.K Rowling and Katherine Rundell.&nbsp;The role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced, enthusiastic and sales/profit driven professional. The candidate should demonstrate a genuine passion for Special Sales and an understanding of the diverse range of existing retail opportunities in this space. The candidate should also have the ability to plan for the future by seeking out and developing new business opportunities.&nbsp;The Head of Special Sales role will focus on creating and implementing Special Sales strategy and driving new business alongside managing the Special Sales key account team; the role will report into the Children’s Sales Director. They will be responsible for representing the Special Sales channel to key stakeholders internally and externally and responsible for reporting against ambitious budget targets.&nbsp;Based in our Bedford Square office this will be a hybrid-working position. &nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Creating, implementing and guiding Special Sales strategy across all Bloomsbury lists. Build and report against an ambitious budget in line with wider organisational goals.</li><li>Effectively build collaborative relationships across all Publishing Divisions, championing Special Sales deals and customers, and be a lead voice in the acquisitions process, providing market analysis and context to UK acquisition figures.</li><li>Nurture an extensive and diverse list of existing retailer relationships to maximise revenue and profit opportunities, constantly reviewing processes and alignment to wider publishing strategy to maintain best possible return on investment.</li><li>Strong focus on opening up new channels and business opportunities for Bloomsbury and support team in developing new customer relationships.</li><li>Work effectively with key stakeholders across Publishing, Production, M&amp;P and Operations teams to support team in driving forward bespoke Special Sales projects in line with organisational strategy.</li><li>Manage and develop the Special Sales team, inspiring each team member to achieve their best and drive towards organisational objectives. Line management and account management responsibility TBC.</li><li>Demonstrate commercial awareness and support the wider business in presenting regular sales data/analysis and market trends/customer activity insights.</li><li>Deal with distribution partners directly on operational, logistical and credit related issues. &nbsp;</li></ul>Knowledge, skills and experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Account and team management experience and leadership qualities.</li><li>Solution driven - able to identify and highlight potential obstacles to achieving objectives and propose solutions where appropriate.</li><li>Assertive and assured decision-maker, and able to work under pressure.</li><li>Possesses a high level of resilience and drive, able to be flexible and change direction as required.</li><li>The interpersonal skills necessary to develop and sustain effective relationships internally across all levels of the business, and on behalf of the Company with external bodies and with its suppliers.</li><li>Highly numerate and comfortable with forecasting, budgeting and data analysis.</li><li>Strong and confident communicator, well-practiced in presentation skills across all mediums.</li><li>Negotiation skills.</li><li>Excellent time-management and&nbsp;organisational skills, with a keen awareness of deadlines and ability to multi-task.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and focus on efficiency at all times.</li><li>Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Teams.</li><li>Experience of publishing specific systems such as Biblio, Nielsen Bookscan and Cognos would be beneficial.</li></ul> &nbsp;The role is based at&nbsp;our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).&nbsp; Allocated office days for this role are: Monday/Tuesday.Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by Tuesday 22nd July.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.&nbsp;Bloomsbury BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern&nbsp;<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li></ul>Holidays<ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li></ul>&nbsp;Other Benefits<ul><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays –&nbsp;take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight -&nbsp;For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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

Closing date for applications: Friday 25th JulySalary: £55,000 - £62,000 per annum (dependent on experience) plus bonus opportunityWorking hours: 5 days, 37.5 hours a week (9.30am – 5.30pm with one hour for lunch, Monday – Friday)Location: Farringdon, London office (option to work remotely up to 40% of the time) &nbsp;Lead the marketing strategy behind unforgettable live experiences. If you're an experienced marketer with a demonstrable passion for events/entertainment, we want to hear from you.<a href="https://www.fane.co.uk/" target="_blank">Fane</a> is a leader in the production and curation of spoken word events, bringing the most exciting names in culture and entertainment to audiences around the world. We programme over 500 live and online events each year. We also run LoveMyRead, the home of book gifting online.Made up of passionate, ambitious team-players from across the creative industries, Fane believes a great idea can come from anywhere and anyone. We will go the extra mile and take creative risks to ensure we deliver events that are innovative, engaging and culturally relevant. Come and join our creative, friendly, motivated and supportive team.&nbsp;This role reports to the Managing Director. Its direct reports are the Senior Marketing Manager and Campaign Executive. &nbsp;Key responsibilities<ul><li>Lead Marketing department, ensuring clear communication, strong collaboration, and efficient workstreams</li><li>Manage the marketing team to ensure effective delegation across the department</li><li>Continuously review and optimise workflows, processes, and systems to improve team performance and project delivery</li><li>Oversee the marketing strategy for live tours across the Fane Group, including How To Academy</li><li>Advise on tour pricing and ticketing structure pre-announcement</li><li>Set and managing marketing budgets across in-house and venue campaigns</li><li>Own the marketing reporting strategy:<ul><li>Deliver campaign performance reports for internal producers and external agents</li><li>Monitor sales trends and in-house performance metrics in collaboration with Ticketing</li><li>Produce post-tour reports with insight from Marketing and Ticketing team members</li></ul></li><li>Oversee mark backs, ticket top-ups, and agent allocations, ensuring effective communication with external partners and internal departments</li><li>Shape the strategy for filling unsold seats and maximising final sales windows</li><li>Oversee the integration and advancement of CRM systems like Activity Stream, ensuring both departments benefit from improved audience insights and campaign automation.</li><li>Lead audience segmentation work across tours and campaigns, using multiple data sources to refine targeting and improve ROI on marketing spend</li><li>Work with the Head of Audience Insights to ensure effective digital and paid media strategy (PPC, social ads, SEO, programmatic)</li><li>Work with the Senior Marketing Manager to ensure brand consistency across all touchpoints, from social media to physical activations</li><li>Work with the Head of Ticketing to ensure the workload across departments is shared and delegated effectively in busy periods&nbsp;</li></ul> &nbsp;We’d love to hear from you if you have:<ul><li>8+ years of experience in live events, ticketing, or entertainment marketing — with significant experience in a senior leadership role</li><li>Proven track record of managing marketing and/or ticketing teams and budgets across multi-venue tours or campaigns</li><li>Deep knowledge of ticketing platforms, audience segmentation, and digital advertising</li><li>Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data to shape strategy and demonstrate ROI</li><li>Experience implementing or migrating marketing systems and CRM platforms</li><li>Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a collaborative and forward-thinking mindset</li><li>Proven experience of managing a team</li><li>Highly organised with strong commercial acumen and a passion for live events</li></ul> &nbsp;What We Offer:<ul><li>£55,000 - £62,000 per annum (dependent on experience) plus bonus opportunity</li><li>25 days annual leave plus a Mental Wellbeing Day and an extra day off in the month of your birthday</li><li>Quarterly well-being allowance - £120 to spend on anything related to your wellbeing</li><li>Private healthcare (following 1 years’ service)</li><li>4% pension contribution</li><li>Life assurance of 4 x base salary</li><li>Access to free counselling and mental wellbeing services through our Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Free healthy snacks throughout the week</li><li>Annual season ticket loan</li><li>Bike to work scheme</li><li>Complimentary tickets to Fane shows, Kilimanjaro Live events and access to free books</li><li>Working hours are 37.5 hours a week Monday – Friday with varied start times.</li></ul>&nbsp; Our culture at Fane is valued by our employees, and is the key to why people join us, stay with us and thrive with us. We are dedicated to continuous improvement and self-reflection, and central to this goal are our commitments to inclusion, the environment &amp; sustainability and employee wellbeing.We strive to create a working environment that promotes and values equity, diversity, inclusion and a sense of belonging; where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work in a creative and safe space. We are committed to equal opportunities and to building a more inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.&nbsp;&nbsp;How to ApplySend a CV and cover letter outlining why you would be ideal for the role to the email address found via the Apply button.&nbsp;Please get in touch with Creative Access via <a href="mailto:listing@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">listing@creativeaccess.org.uk</a> if you have any issues with submitting your application.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Fane

Head of marketing

Closing date for applications: Sunday 3rd August at 11.59pmDuration: 12 monthsProgramme start date: Monday 8th September 2025 Are you a freelancer working in Film or TV looking to access professional development and thrive in your career? Unlock your potential through mentoring, training and networking opportunities with this exciting programme.Creative Access is partnering with the <a href="https://www.bfi.org.uk/" target="_blank">British Film Institute</a> to provide 5 fully funded places on our <a href="https://creativeaccess.org.uk/individuals/thrive-programme/" target="_blank">Thrive: development programme</a> for freelance professionals working within the Film and TV industry who are at mid-level in their careers. The BFI champions a diverse and inclusive UK screen industry that truly reflects the world we live in. Through funding, education and advocacy, the BFI works to support a more equitable and representative film and moving image sector. This partnership with Creative Access is part of the BFI’s ongoing commitment to investing in the future leadership of the industry. About the programme &nbsp;The Thrive: development programme is an outstanding programme of leadership training, networking and support for individuals at mid-level career stage (c.3-8 years of experience) working in the creative industries.The year-long programme will commence in September 2025 and includes:  &nbsp;<ul><li>Training in areas including developing your leadership presence, navigating a successful freelance career, confidence &amp; presence, managing yourself and others, and understanding organisational and freelance finances.  &nbsp;</li><li>Mentoring from a senior professional in your desired career field for 6 months. &nbsp;</li><li>Networking events specifically targeted at mid-level career stage and an exclusive film screening and Q&amp;A event with the BFI.&nbsp;</li><li>Free / discounted tickets from partner companies and addition to the BFI inclusion mailing list for events &amp; opportunities, including international events, discounted / free passes to festivals and sector support opportunities.</li></ul>Participants can expect to increase influence, develop new skills for career progression and have increased confidence to advocate for equal access to training, pay rises and promotions. You’ll also be able to build contacts and working relationships across sectors and take strides to achieve career objectives.The programme is open to freelancers working across the UK, with opportunities to attend training either online or in person. This opportunity is designed for those who: &nbsp;<ul><li>Are currently freelancing, and have been for at least 6 months &nbsp;</li><li>Work within the film and TV sector and identify as being at mid-level in their career (c.3-8 years of experience) &nbsp;</li><li>Have some experience of coordinating or managing projects  &nbsp;</li><li>Are interested in developing new skills to help progress their career &nbsp;</li><li>Want to connect with a group of like-minded individuals with similar goals &nbsp;</li><li>Identify as being from an under-represented group in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals who identify as Black, Asian, or from other ethnically diverse backgrounds, or people of any ethnicity who belong to the following under-represented groups: deaf, disabled or neurodivergent talent, people with the characteristic of gender reassignment, individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, carers and asylum seekers&nbsp;</li></ul> To apply<ul><li>You must be a freelance professional working in any role within the film and television sector</li><li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li><li>After clicking the 'Apply' button, you will be directed to the application form </li><li>Please answer the questions and upload an up-to-date CV</li></ul>If you require any access support while completing the application form or would prefer to submit your application in an alternative format (e.g. video or audio recording), please email <a href="mailto:programmes@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">programmes@creativeaccess.org.uk</a> to discuss further. Questions?For any queries or for further information, please contact <a href="mailto:programmes@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">programmes@creativeaccess.org.uk</a>

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