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Blueprint Arts Foundation CIC is looking for a Producer to join our small, friendly team based at our offices in Faversham. We are a grassroots community arts organisation working across North Kent, with majority of our work being in Gravesham and Dartford, using creativity to bring people together, build confidence and improve wellbeing.

For nearly two decades, we have worked alongside local communities to create opportunities for people to take part in the arts, particularly in areas facing social and economic challenges. Our work is varied and always rooted in the people and places we work with. We deliver community  led work, including creative workshops, holiday clubs, performances and events. Our work reaches our local communities and extensively children, young people and families facing extreme disadvantage.

We are now looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Producer to help us develop and deliver this work. You’ll be working closely with our Artistic Director and wider team, as well as artists, community partners, participants and venues, helping turn ideas into engaging, well-organised projects that have a real impact on the communities we work with.

This is a role for someone who enjoys being in the middle of things building relationships, solving problems, supporting artists, organising the practical details and making things happen. No two days are likely to be the same, and we’re looking for someone who is excited by that.

This is a hands-on role within a small, close-knit organisation. Whilst everyone has their own specific roles and responsibilities, we work closely together and support each other where needed. The successful candidate will need to be comfortable working independently, managing multiple projects and getting involved across different areas of the organisation, including supporting the delivery of a holiday club day, assisting with funding bids, and helping out with other practical/administrative aspects of projects when required.

A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential, as the role involves regular travel across North Kent to our different project locations and communities.

The position is fixed term for 1 year, following a successful probation period. We are open to consider full-time or part-time hours with exact working arrangements discussed with the successful applicant. Salary is £28–35k pro rata, dependent upon experience. We will consider a freelance position for the right candidate so please do still apply if you are a self-employed producer.

Responsibilities

Producing and coordinating BPA’s creative projects and programmes from development through to delivery

Working closely with the Artistic Director and team to develop new project ideas, partnerships and opportunities

Working with artists, freelancers, community groups, venues and partners to plan and deliver projects

Managing project timelines, budgets, schedules and practical arrangements

Supporting the development of funding applications and project proposals

Developing relationships with new and existing partners and stakeholders

Coordinating artists and creative teams, ensuring everyone has the information and support they need

Supporting the delivery of workshops, events, performances and other community arts activity

Ensuring projects are delivered in an inclusive, accessible and well-organised way

Supporting project evaluation, reporting and documentation

Working with the marketing team to ensure projects and opportunities are communicated effectively

Identifying opportunities for new projects, partnerships and organisational growth

Personal skills

Experience of producing/coordinating arts, cultural or community projects

Experience of taking projects from development through to delivery

Experience of working with artists, creative practitioners and/or community organisations

Experience managing project budgets, timelines and logistics

Experience of building and maintaining effective partnerships

Experience of working across multiple projects and deadlines

Must have a UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle

Excellent organisational and project management skills

Friendly, approachable and confident working with a wide range of people

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and use own initiative

Creative and solution-focused approach to problem solving

Ability to remain calm and adaptable when things change

Excellent relationship-building skills

Strong attention to detail

Passion for the arts and their ability to create positive change within communities

Desirable

Experience of producing community arts projects

Experience of working with young people and/or communities facing social or economic challenges

Experience of working within a grassroots or not-for-profit organisation

Knowledge of the North Kent arts and community landscape

Knowledge of an Apple mac systems (pages, numbers etc), Canva and online management systems

How to apply:

Send a CV and a covering letter (no longer than 1 page for the letter please!) to laura@blueprintarts.co.uk

Application deadline: Monday 30th November at 5pm