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Closing date: 26th April 2024Salary:  £27,000 - £28,000 per annum plus benefitsWorking hours: 37.5 hours per week which includes evenings and weekends. This will include working over the Christmas period. Interviews will be held at Mayflower Theatre and include a practical workshop and formal interview. Coordinate unforgettable productions and training initiatives, empowering young talent across Hampshire.Mayflower Theatre is the largest theatre on the South Coast with 2,271 seats in the auditorium. The Theatre’s aim is to bring a diverse range of shows to Southampton. We present a mixture of spectacular touring productions, from musicals to dance, opera, drama, ballet and comedy. MAST Mayflower Studios is a cultural and community hub. We present family shows, dance, musicals, music, comedy, circus, cabaret, spoken word, and visual arts. We put participation at the heart of everything we do. Both the Theatre and Studios operate under the Mayflower brand. Collectively we provide Inspiring Experiences to all who engage with each venue. As Youth Projects Programme Lead, you will coordinate our Summer Youth Project at Mayflower Theatre and our Christmas Youth production at MAST Mayflower Studios. You will also coordinate our Actor Training Scheme Elevate Ensemble. <ul><li>Summer Youth Project &amp; Christmas Youth Production: We stage two large scale youth productions a year. Our Summer Youth Project takes place on our Mayflower Theatre stage each summer and hosts a cast of up to 150 young performers from across Hampshire. Our Christmas Youth Production takes place in studio 1 in MAST Mayflower Studios and hosts a cast of 50 young performers. Both productions are musical theatre and involve a professional creative team.</li><li>The Elevate Ensemble – Youth Training: The Elevate Ensemble is our Youth Actor Training initiative. We will take up to 15 young people (16 – 25yrs) who are underrepresented in the industry on a part time free actor training programme, which provides comprehensive pathways to drama school training. </li></ul>We are searching for someone with a "can-do" attitude and the ability to work well under pressure to provide administrative support; organise and support youth projects in the Engage department; and supportive creatives in delivering large scale youth theatre productions at our venues.  Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Educated to a degree level in drama, performing arts or an arts-based subject or equivalent qualification or experience</li><li>Experience of managing programmes with young people</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects at one time and work to strict deadlines</li><li>A robust understanding of the theatre production process</li><li>Previous experience of administering and co-ordinating arts-based projects</li><li>Excellent communication skills </li><li>Ability to work under pressure</li><li>Be a self-starter and independent worker, whilst also working well within small teams</li><li>Maintain a flexible approach and be an independent problem solver</li><li>Be skilled in Microsoft Packages inc. Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint</li><li>Experience in evaluation and reporting on projects</li></ul> Working for Mayflower TheatreMayflower defines diversity as valuing everyone as an individual – we value all our employees and customers. Harnessing these differences creates a productive environment in which everybody feels valued, where their talents are fully utilised and organisational and personal goals are met. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion.We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process for all candidates so please see our website for more details.The employer reserves the right to close the listing and stop accepting applications sooner than the original deadline. Therefore we strongly recommend applying at the earliest opportunity.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Mayflower Theatre

Youth projects programme lead

Closing date: 5pm Tuesday 23rd April Are you ready to step into the vibrant world of talent representation? A prestigious talent agency is offering a rare opportunity to join its team as a full-time assistant in the Actors department.Located in the heart of London’s bustling and creative Soho, United Agents is one of London’s leading talent agencies encompassing the worlds of film, TV, books, theatre, and comedy.We have an exciting opportunity within the Actors department for a full time Assistant. The is a very busy office requiring meticulous organisational skills and the ability to multitask. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced, creative environment, respect confidentiality at all times and possess the ability to remain calm when working under pressure. Attention to detail is crucial. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage a high volume of emails and calls from clients and industry professionals, such as, casting directors, directors, and producers.</li><li>Attend client performances in theatres, TV, records, and screenings.</li><li>keep abreast of exciting new talent by attending drama school showcases.</li><li>Organise meetings, auditions, and self-tapes.</li><li>Ensure client CV’s and bios are up to date.  </li><li>Put together showreels.  </li><li>Client submissions over the phone, via Spotlight and on email.  </li><li>Process contracts, issue invoices, and monitor payments.   </li><li>Script reading on behalf of and alongside Agent and clients.</li><li>Diary management for the Agent and clients.</li><li>Provide full administrative support to the Agent and clients. </li><li>Liaise with US teams on clients that have US representation.</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience    <ul><li>A passion for film, television and theatre is essential</li><li>Skilled in multi-tasking and prioritising work</li><li>Has the ability to remain calm when under pressure</li><li>Has the ability to work at a fast pace to meet tight deadlines</li><li>Scrupulous attention to detail </li><li>Exceptional organisational skills</li><li>Skilled communicator</li><li>Effective and competent at building relationships within the team and department</li><li>Possess a can-do attitude.</li></ul>As part of our commitment to diversity we encourage applications from those who are currently under-represented in our own workforce and wider industry. We welcome applications however you identify and whatever your background.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

United Agents

Agent's assistant, Actor's department

Closing date for applications: Monday 29th AprilSalary: £4200 - £6600 over 3 months (£150 per day, variable days – all SCRUM staff paid same day rate) plus £112.50 monthly Accountability Bonus.* Dreaming of a career where you can blend your passion for the arts with community engagement? Look no further!SCRUM Theatre is seeking a highly organised and proactive Venue Manager to oversee the maintenance, operations, and safety of our new premises in Hammersmith and build relationships with communities who are underrepresented in the arts.The Venue Manager will play a pivotal role in fostering connections with local community groups in Hammersmith, as well as artists across London. They will also ensure the smooth functioning of all facilities and operations in the building, oversee all security and safety protocols, and manage relationships with stakeholders associated with the building.You’ll also be a key member of SCRUM’s democratic collective of theatremakers, as we build an exciting new theatre company and charity focused on making better theatre in better ways for the future.Individuals who may not yet have experience in the theatre industry are welcome to apply.This position is initially contracted for 3 months, with the aim of transitioning into a long-term role within the charity. We have secured a ‘meanwhile’ lease on a premises comprising 4 large rehearsal rooms, two performance spaces, and a shared co-working space. The Venue Manager will work 3-5 days a week for the first month to help turn an empty space into a vibrant arts hub. Following that, you will work 2-3 days per week to oversee running and maintenance of the building after we open to the public, as well as acting as point person for our booking system, managed in collaboration with Theatre Deli.  *All SCRUM staff are paid the same day rate of £150p/d. Certain roles involve taking responsibility for the charity's KPIs, therefore to reflect the higher level of labour involved, those roles receive a fixed ‘Accountability Bonus’ at the end of each month. These bonuses are taken from a pool allocated by the Board, agreed together by the collective, and reviewed by the collective on a quarterly basis. Who are we?SCRUM Theatre is a year-old CIO committed to pioneering better standards for making theatre at a time of crisis in the industry, as well as providing free-to-access arts training for under-served communities. We’re a group of 9 interdisciplinary artists, trained at leading theatre schools all over the world, including the Yale School of Drama, Ecole Jacques Lecoq, and Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, with experience in theatre, film and television. We’re championed by an expert team of the country’s leading theatre-makers, including Adrian Lester, Nicholas Hytner, Lyndsey Turner, Declan Donnellan, and Nick Ormerod. Projects in 2024-25 include:<ul><li>Transforming an empty building in London into a pop-up theatre training hub for developing artists, with a 50-session programme across the year</li><li>Touring "Twelfth Night" to community venues in postcodes identified by DCMS and ACE as under-funded for the arts</li><li>Delivering our workshops for young artists in each of the communities we visit</li><li>Delivering live and digital resources to schools in these target postcodes</li></ul> ResponsibilitiesIn the 3-month period of the contract, you will:<ul><li>Develop and manage relationships with artists and groups from the local community and the Greater London area, with a particular focus on demographics who are under-represented in the theatre. </li><li>Oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the building, including plumbing, electrical, and security systems.</li><li>Develop and implement maintenance schedules to ensure the cleanliness, safety, and functionality of the building and its facilities.</li><li>Coordinate with external hirers and contractors for repairs, renovations, and maintenance projects.</li><li>Liaise with landlords to address building-related issues and ensure compliance with lease agreements.</li><li>Conduct regular inspections to identify and address any maintenance or safety concerns.</li><li>Manage building security protocols, including access control systems, surveillance cameras, and alarm systems.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.</li><li>Develop and manage the building's operating budget, including forecasting expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Collaborate with others in SCRUM to ensure that the building meets the needs of staff, tenants, and visitors.</li><li>Respond to emergencies and address any issues that may arise outside of regular business hours.</li><li>Stay informed about relevant regulations and compliance standards related to building operations and safety.</li><li>Arranging front desk staffing and appropriate training for your team. </li></ul>Following the end of the 3-month contract, the Company Artists and Board of Trustees will review the success of the Venue Manager’s projects, and the Venue Manager will give feedback to the Company and Board about their experience in the role, constructive criticisms of the organisation, and plans for how to shape the role in future. Should the Venue Manager, Board, and Company Artists all agree, an extended contract will be offered and the position will transition into a long-term role. Knowledge, skills and experienceWe are looking for individuals who have either of the following qualifications:<ul><li>Proven experience in facilities management or a related field, with a strong understanding of building systems and maintenance best practices.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, or related field.</li></ul>In addition, our Venue Manager should ideally have:<ul><li>Experience in managing accessible spaces, or a willingness to learn and adapt to support individuals with accessibility needs.</li><li>Experience working with community groups or arts outreach programmes, or a genuine interest in engaging with under-served and under-represented communities.</li><li>An appreciation for the mission and charitable objectives of SCRUM.</li><li>A keenness for collaboration and a desire to work within a collective.</li><li>Good organisational and time management skills, with an eagerness to develop these further and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.</li><li>Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a readiness to engage effectively with various stakeholders, including staff, tenants, vendors, etc.</li><li>An awareness of relevant building regulations and a willingness to learn about compliance standards, including health and safety regulations.</li><li>An up-to-date DBS Certificate.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Familiarity with the UK theatre industry</li><li>Familiarity with Google Workspace</li><li>Resident in the Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham</li><li>An ability to communicate specialist information in an accessible way to individuals with less expertise</li></ul> How to applyWe are interested in applicants from a wide variety of life experiences and skills to join our team. We especially encourage applications from candidates who identify as Global Majority, disabled, and/or LGBTQIA+.To apply, please provide a CV along with a page-length cover letter which details your fit for SCRUM’s values. We also welcome video or audio applications of no more than 5 minutes in length, or any alternative formats that would be more accessible to you.Please send your application to Lucie Dawkins and Dominic Applewhite by email via clicking the 'Apply' button with “Venue Manager” in the subject line.If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact us.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

SCRUM Theatre

Venue manager

Closing date: Sunday 21st AprilSalary: £27,500, plus bonus and benefits Would you like to be part of the world’s biggest publisher, working to promote our brands and authors to customers and consumers across the world?We have an exciting opportunity to join the international communications team as an International Communications Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis.We are looking for a creative and proactive team player with excellent time management and organisation skills to join our team and work across Penguin Random House UK’s outstanding list of titles. Your work will help keep our small, but very busy, team running by providing administrative support to all members.You will be responsible for planning and delivering our online communications to retail customers and consumers worldwide, showcasing our very best new titles across PRH UK. You will manage and create many of the department’s key selling materials, including our regular International Highlights catalogues and presentations for important sales periods, like the London and Frankfurt book fairs. You will also be responsible for updating and maintaining the International Trade Portal, our bespoke business website where international retailers can find out more about our books, as well as managing both physical and digital early reading copies of our titles for our customers. What you’ll bring<ul><li>With a keen love of books, you will enjoy writing copy and thinking creatively. </li><li>You will be an excellent communicator with great attention to detail, and someone who thrives in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment.</li><li>You’ll have efficient time management skills and be able to juggle multiple priorities at once. </li><li>Previous experience in using Adobe design software is desirable, as well as an interest in book publishing and marketing around the world.</li></ul> How to applyPlease apply with your CV &amp; Cover Letter by 23:59 on Sunday 21st of April. In your cover letter, please tell us why you are interested in this role and what relevant skills you could bring to this role.Please note, interviews for this position will be held on Friday the 26th of April via MS Teams.As a Disability Confident Committed organisation, we're part of the offer an interview scheme. This is where disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role can opt in to get to the next recruitment stage. There may be some situations where volume of applicants means we can't take all eligible candidates to interview.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

London

Penguin Random House

The Publishing Process

International communciation assistant

Closing date: 17th April 2024Salary: Circa £30,000 depending on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits.  Join the award-winning team of book publicists at Vintage - a division of Penguin Random House, the world’s leading book publishing company. At Vintage, we are dedicated to bold publishing. Our books encourage all sorts of readers all over the world to think differently in big and small ways. We make a book the best of its kind, with publishing expertise and world-class design. Our heritage gives us confidence to find the next big thing, knowing the most exceptional is yet to come.Making books is a team effort, and whether that’s a team of two or 82, we share every triumph. We pour care into our craft, our authors and each other – because there’s no limit to a good book.As Press Officer, you will be responsible for planning and implementing publicity and events campaigns for a range of non-fiction and fiction books, from launching new voices to promoting established writers across a wide range of genres from literary fiction, poetry and memoir to graphic novels, history, politics, nature writing and more.  You will have direction from senior publicity colleagues, and will collaborate with other publicists on campaigns. You will liaise between internal departments, from marketing and sales to rights and editorial, and communicate effectively with authors and agents, and other external stakeholders.  Responsibilities<ul><li>Write press releases; create targeted mailing lists; place features, interviews and reviews across broadcast, print and online media.</li><li>Plan and schedule events, signings, and festival appearances.</li><li>Accompany authors on press tours and to events, working evenings and weekends where appropriate.</li><li>Manage your campaign budgets: estimating costs, staying within budget and processing invoices.</li><li>Communicate effectively with authors and agents, including presenting campaign plans and results.</li><li>Initiate and maintain relationships with journalists, festival and events organisers.</li><li>Read acquisitions and provide feedback from a PR angle.</li><li>Coordinate international press requests for group companies.</li><li>Undertake general administrative tasks as required to support the department, eg maintaining databases, catalogue mailings, seasonal press releases.</li></ul> What you’ll bring<ul><li>We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive team player with good communication, organisation and time management skills.</li><li>You don’t need to have come from a publishing background; you may have worked as a Publicity Assistant or Press Officer in a PR agency, or within the arts, creative or media industries. </li><li>Our perfect candidate will have some knowledge of publicity having supported on media and events campaigns, and are ready to make the next step, focusing on literary publicity.</li><li>Importantly, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, come to work eager and ready to learn and be curious and interested by our books.</li></ul> About PenguinWe’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of the word publisher. Here, you’ll work with a breadth of talent who all play their part to make each of our books a success. Together, we make books for everyone because a book can change anyone. Hybrid workingWhile our offices across the UK are places to connect, collaborate and celebrate with colleagues, we recognise that flexibility around where you work is just as important. At Vintage, we consider what environment enables the best work for individuals, teams and the company. Vintage colleagues work from our Embassy Gardens office on Tuesdays and Thursday and, once team and divisional considerations have been taken into account, have the flexibility to choose where to work on other days of the week. How to applyIf this sounds like your next role, please apply with your CV and Cover Letter by 11:59pm on Wednesday 17th April.The first stage of our selection process will be through our HireVue platform with face-to-face interviews scheduled shortly after via Microsoft Teams.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Press officer, Vintage

Closing date for applications: Sunday 21st April 2024 at 11.59pmTerm: The role is a full-time permanent positionSalary: £29,000 Bloomsbury Publishing is looking for a non-fiction editor to join Bloomsbury General, the exciting new division formed a year ago under the Bloomsbury Adult Consumer umbrella. We publish more commercial fiction and non-fiction than Bloomsbury has traditionally published, ranging across crime and thriller books (under the Raven imprint), romance, bookclub fiction, popular culture non-fiction, and sci-fi and fantasy. Authors include Samantha Shannon, Fred Sirieix, Celia Imrie, Stuart Turton and Laura Purcell. Our Head of Bloomsbury General, Katy Follain, needs an Editor who understands and is passionate about the commercial Non-Fiction market. They will report into her, and project-manage new and existing Non-Fiction titles alongside Katy in line with our internal workflows, delivering final files to Production colleagues on time, within agreed budgets and to a high standard. They will work collaboratively with all internal departments so that they have the materials and resources they need to effectively sell and market the books; with authors; with agents; and with freelancers across the business. The role also offers the opportunity to commission 2-3 titles a year. The perfect candidate will have a background in commercial Non-Fiction, have excellent organisational and communication skills, a genuine interest in popular culture, promising editing skills, an understanding of working with people in the public eye and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team. They will also be a problem-solver with the ability to multi-task and work to tight deadlines.  Relationships with agents and scouts, while not expected, would be an asset.  Responsibilities<ul><li>To help edit and publish non-fiction titles acquired by the Head of Bloomsbury General (approx. 8 original titles pa) to an exceptionally high standard</li><li>To act as principal contact for authors and agents to ensure a high standard of author-care throughout the publishing process</li><li>To manage structural and line edit stages of a book, ensuring manuscripts reach their full potential and on deadline</li><li>To liaise with Rights, Audio, Digital, Sales, Marketing and Publicity to create and deliver publishing plans, including writing sparkling cover copy</li><li>To work with the Design department to develop covers that reflect and are in line with the commercial Non-Fiction market </li><li>To manage picture research, picture budgets &amp; permission-clearing where required</li><li>To read and report on the high-volume of submissions from authors and agents</li><li>To contribute creatively to the list – including on titles, copy, cover ideas and in generating ideas for books by identifying publishing trends.</li><li>To run Biblio reports and undertake market research on Bookscan as required</li><li>To liaise with metadata leads to ensure the highest standards, making constant improvements and meeting targets set by metadata colleagues</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience <ul><li>Previous editorial experience</li><li>Exceptional copyediting ability and attention to detail – always able to spot typos and mistakes</li><li>Understanding of trends and developments in popular culture </li><li>Knowledge of Biblio and other publishing systems </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills </li><li>A growing interest in structural- and line-editing</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently</li><li>Great organisational skills to keep concurrent projects running on track</li><li>Confident, enthusiastic and hard-working, who is able to self-motivate</li></ul> The role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).  Allocated office days for this role are: Monday and TuesdayBloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Head Office - London

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Editor, Non-Fiction

Closing date for applications: 18th April at 11.59pmSalary: £24,000 - £26,000 Don't miss this role if you're great with numbers and want to work in book publishing.Hachette UK is a creative powerhouse and the UK's second largest book publishing group. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment and opportunity.We're made up of 12 autonomous publishing divisions and over 60 imprints with a rich and diverse history and an incredible range of authors. We're also the market leader in e-books and publish a range of bestsellers in audio format, the fastest growing part of our business.Our award-winning adult publishing divisions are Orion, which won Publisher of the Year at the 2021 British Book Awards; Little, Brown; John Murray Press; Hodder &amp; Stoughton; Headline; Quercus; Octopus, Bookouture and Dialogue Books. They publish fiction and non-fiction in digital, audio and print format, from the world's best and most diverse authors, including Brit Bennett, Candice Carty-Williams, Martina Cole, Michael Connelly, John Grisham, Stephen King, Stieg Larsson, Nelson Mandela, Stephenie Meyer, Maggie O'Farrell, Delia Owens, Ian Rankin, J.K. Rowling, Colson Whitehead, and Malala Yousafzai. Hachette Children's Group publishes a wide and vibrant range of books for children across all age ranges, while Hodder Education is a market leader in resources for both primary and secondary schools.It's an exciting time to join our business because the publishing market continues to grow and thrive. The UK remains the largest exporter of physical books in the world and book adaptations for film and TV are the foundation of the UK's creative industries. What you'll be doing<ul><li>This role is positioned within the Treasury Department in the Group Finance team.  The team is made up of the Treasury Manager, Treasury Supervisor and Treasury Assistants.</li><li>This position will be responsible for the efficient and effective processing of all payment requests either using the various banking platforms or through Secure Trading.</li><li>Recording transactions on the various bank accounts either by directly coding transactions to the General Ledger or allocating Sales Ledger monies to a Customer’s account/clearing of invoices into SAP on a daily basis.</li><li>Preparing the necessary bank account reconciliations. </li><li>Investigation and clearance of any unreconciled items either directly on the banking General Ledgers or the transactions that have been posted to the Suspense account(s).</li><li>Maintaining controls and reconciliations needed to ensure all postings have been accurately posted in a timely manner. </li><li>Liaise internally and externally with other stakeholders as required to resolve queries.</li></ul> Who we are looking for<ul><li>The right candidate will be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK, be competent in Microsoft Office, in particular proficient in Excel, be numerate, reliable, accurate, extremely organised with the ability to adapt, plan for and deliver to tight deadlines.</li><li>Be accurate and pay attention to detail, eager to learn with a willingness to gain and use practical knowledge and understanding of issues affecting the business where required.</li><li>It will also be essential to be able to work independently, as well as part of a team, with a positive attitude, possess good decision-making skills, be a clear and concise communicator (both verbal and written) </li><li>Be able to adhere to established departmental processes with a systematic, methodical approach to work.</li><li>It would be an advantage, but not essential, to have experience of system changes, be able to understand basic contractual language and have experience in the publishing industry.</li></ul> This role can be based at our London office, or at any of our new regional offices in Sheffield, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Manchester or Bristol, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week.Hachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds.If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.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 junior roles. For more information visit <a href="http://www.booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">www.booktradeentrysupport.org</a>Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Carmelite House

Hachette UK

Treasury assistant

Closing date for applications: 26th April at 11.59pmSalary: £24,380 - £29,000 depending on location and experience (bonus +benefits) Provide essential sales support in this early career publishing role with a leading division at Hachette UK.John Murray Press is one of the fastest growing and most profitable divisions of Hachette UK. After almost 10 years of continuous growth, the addition of several exciting new imprints and an increasing number of bestsellers, we have a rare opportunity to join our busy Sales team.  We pride ourselves on being entrepreneurial, curious and excited about discovering and nurturing new voices that can shape and shake our world. We are home to an impressive range of bestselling and prize-winning books from exciting literary debuts, crime fiction and celebrity-led titles, to lifestyle, memoir, and thought-provoking non-fiction with a global outlook on history, economics, science and philosophy. Our authors include Billy Connolly, Miriam Margolyes, Mick Herron, Matthew Syed, Andrea Wulf, Akala, Jen Sincero, Frankie Boyle, Jonathan Freedland and Susie Dent. In this role you will working across a wide-range of lists, both specialist and trade.We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Sales Assistant to join the John Murray Press Sales team. Reporting to the Sales Director, this role will provide essential administrative support, with a particular focus on the Waterstones account. You will have day-to-day contact with key customer contacts and will work closely with a wide range of internal colleagues from other departments, including Marketing, Editorial, Publicity and Production. This is a busy and exciting role working across a varied list of both trade and specialist titles.  What you'll be doing<ul><li>Coordinating sales material for presentations</li><li>Producing weekly reports</li><li>Collating key customer grids on a weekly and monthly basis</li><li>Managing the signed copy process</li><li>Pulling together marketing opportunities and book announcements</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>The right candidate will be a self-starter, be able to manage several different projects at once, and keen to take the first step in a career in Sales</li><li>The right candidate will have strong analytical skills, be able to work well under pressure, and have a natural ability to build relationships with important customer contacts and internal colleagues</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external contacts, building relationships across all levels</li><li>Strong presentation skills</li><li>Strong analytical skills</li><li>A high standard of time-management, prioritisation and organisational skills, with a close eye for detail and keen awareness of deadlines</li><li>Experience of multi-tasking and prioritising a busy workload</li><li>Strong numerical, verbal and written skills</li><li>Strong IT skills, particularly using Microsoft Office and Excel</li><li>Some knowledge of the retail landscape would be advantageous</li></ul> The role will be based at our London and Sheffield office, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week.Hachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds.If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.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 junior roles. For more information visit <a href="http://www.booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">www.booktradeentrysupport.org</a>Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Sales assistant

Closing date: 6th May 2024Salary range: £30,000 per annumContract: 12-14 month fixed term contractStart date: June 2024 From crafting online features to assisting with recipe uploads, this is an exciting opportunity for those interested in content creation.Set up by our visionary founder, The Jamie Oliver Group is a global and integrated food brand with a mission to help build a healthier, happier world through the joy of food. From media and restaurants to products, partnership and Ministry of Food, every part of our diverse business has a key role to play in making it easier for people to cook and enjoy better, healthier, more sustainable, and joyful meals. Whether that’s in our homes, in restaurants or workplaces. As a proud B Corp, we are committed to educate and inspire people, workplaces, schools and communities all over the world, to help make better choices, one meal at a time. We have an amazing and rare opportunity to join our Editorial team as a Junior Content Editor, on a 12-14 month fixed term contract, beginning at the start of June. You’ll support the team in delivering ambitious, world-class editorial across all content requirements, with specific focus on jamieoliver.com, recipe projects including Ministry of Food, and database upkeep. Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist with all new content and copy requirements for jamieoliver.com, utilising SEO insights and delivering high-quality content in a timely fashion</li><li>Assist with creating, populating and managing all editorial content calendars, both online and offline. This includes selecting content for the online homepage and recipe of the day, and helping to research content for features and newsletters </li><li>Write regular online features and support with newsletter writing, as required </li><li>Upload new recipes to the database, website, and associated digital services, and log all recipe usage</li><li>Assist the team in asset creation and updates for the Ministry of Food and associated programmes</li><li>Assist with the ongoing project of editing and updating our back-catalogue of recipes, including getting all online recipes into a step-by-step format, and take responsibility for all associated record-keeping and progress updates</li><li>Assist with content audits, including our ongoing Cultural Appropriation review, updating recipes and associated content as required, as well as record keeping and progress updates</li><li>Support the Senior team with the creation of recipe-related content for external partnerships, and internal projects, such as Tesco and Jamie’s TV shows</li><li>Assist the Content Editor with asset creation for Jamie Oliver Cookery School classes, as required</li><li>Support the senior team in generating new copy or revising existing copy to brief for all Jamie Oliver licensed partners, ensuring consistency in tone and output across all packaging and related collateral</li><li>Support the Content Editor with our Cookbook Club project and associated workload and recipe uploads</li></ul> What we're looking for<ul><li>You’ll be an organisational whizz, an excellent communicator and team player. </li><li>Flexible, adaptable, positive and proactive, with the ability to stay calm under pressure, you’ll be happy and willing to juggle a changing workload and to respond to the needs of the wider business. </li><li>Working within a small, committed team, you’ll be keen to put forward creative ideas and will use your initiative to get stuff done and consider better ways of working. </li><li>A relevant degree or equivalent experience.</li><li>Experience in a publishing or media environment would be a major plus, with demonstrative skills in writing and administration. </li><li>Experience of adhering to house style and using CMS is essential, as is a genuine interest in food.</li><li>Strong writing skills, with a brilliant grasp of grammar, punctuation and spelling.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Great communication and IT skills (InDesign experience preferable).</li><li>Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines, and to work proactively.</li><li>A positive attitude and a willingness to put forward creative ideas.</li></ul> What we offer in return<ul><li>A friendly and supportive company culture in a creative office</li><li>Competitive salary &amp; bonus</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Private medical cover</li><li>Life insurance &amp; permanent health insurance </li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme at no cost</li><li>Access to a corporate Classpass membership</li><li>Lots of training and development opportunities </li><li>30 days holiday, plus half a day for Christmas shopping</li><li>Fabulous food perks including free breakfast at the office &amp; affordable and delicious lunches prepared on-site by our very own staff chefs. </li><li>Excellent company discounts such as 50% off food when you dine in Jamie Oliver Catherine St and access to a CODE Hospitality app which gives you exclusive discounts in your favourite restaurants, bars and hotels around the UK</li><li>Social events, workshops, discounted gym membership, plus subsidised massage appointments on-site</li></ul> At The Jamie Oliver Group we celebrate the fact that everyone is different and we treat every colleague with dignity and respect.  We know that diverse and inclusive teams help us deliver our best work, and we love to see applications from groups who are currently underrepresented in the creative industries.The employer reserves the right to close the listing and stop accepting applications sooner than the original deadline. Therefore we strongly recommend applying at the earliest opportunity.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Jamie Oliver Group

Junior content editor (12 month maternity cover)

Closing date for applications: Friday 19th April 2024Salary: £27,000 per annumTerm: Full-time permanentLocation: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred). Allocated office days are Mondays and Thursdays. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a production team of five as assistant. Head of Zeus, part of Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, is a publisher of fiction, narrative nonfiction and children’s books, committed to new talent, great writing and quality in everything we produce. With our 35-strong team based in Clerkenwell (and remote), we have centuries of expertise, global reach, and a nimble, creative, decisive culture.  The ideal candidate for this role will be highly organised, with a keen eye for detail and an enthusiasm for books and the publishing world. The role is ideal for someone with a can-do attitude, not phased by the idea of multiple and tight deadlines, and who is interested in developing their skills in the craft of making books. Reporting to the Head of Production, your primary responsibility will be looking after the paperback list – first outing and reprints. You will be part of a busy and collaborative group and will work closely with all internal teams, as well as liaising with outside suppliers such as printers. You will ensure that every project is produced on time, within budget, and is of the highest quality.   Responsibilities<ul><li>Circulating paperback prelims for sign off. </li><li>Supervising the final production of the paperback titles – making print ready PDFs, preparing the PO and sending to print; checking printers’ proofs. </li><li>Supervising the production of paperback reprints in the same way.</li><li>Checking and approving printers’ invoices for relevant titles.</li><li>Setting up titles for POD.</li><li>Providing general organisational support to the team – maintaining the scheduling boards, sending files to foreign publishers on behalf of the Rights team.</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience <ul><li>Problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude </li><li>Excellent organisational and time-management skills </li><li>Keen eye for detail and a good head for numbers </li><li>IT skills (knowledge of Office is essential and familiarity with Adobe products and Biblio desirable) </li></ul> Additional informationAs an Assistant role, this position is eligible for Bloomsbury’s Rental Deposit Loan Scheme. To assist candidates who want to start and to establish a career in publishing, Bloomsbury offers an interest-free rental deposit to support securing somewhere to live. The rental deposit loan can be up to £3,000 and will be paid back over 2 years.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access. We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.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>

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