Producer (Celtic Connections Programming) (Fixed Term) - GLA13589
| Posting date: | 02 May 2025 |
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| Salary: | £34,877.18 to £40,497.04 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2025 |
| Location: | Glasgow Central, G2 3NY |
| Company: | GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL AND ARMS LENGTH ORGANISATION |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | GLA13589 |
Summary
Job Description
Celtic Connections has a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and analytical Producer (Celtic Connections Programming) to join the award-winning festival. You will be a key team player within the Celtic Connections team, providing support to Festival Manager and Creative Director in delivering the programme for the festival. You’ll work with a small dynamic team using your skills to liaise with internal and external colleagues, departments and suppliers. You will assist with the day to day running of the festival, supporting the production of a programme involving presentations, co-productions and collaborations and prepare relevant contract, production arrangements and the administration of the agreements. This is a 35 hours per week full time / fixed term contract until May 2028.
As a Producer you will be joining our in-demand Celtic Connections Team. You will be part of a dedicated team which supports Arts, Music and Cultural Venues. Celtic Connections is part of the Glasgow Life Arts & Music team. We provide people with valuable and meaningful experiences through arts and music. Our high-quality services, world-class events and festivals benefit the people of Glasgow. We help people experience the benefits of taking part in cultural programmes and events. These contribute to Glasgow's visitor economy. We make sure everyone gets the most out of Glasgow Life and use culture to promote inclusion and happiness. Read more on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/arts-music-and-cultural-venues
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.
The role
As Producer (Celtic Connections Programming) you’ll be an integral part of the team by planning, supporting and delivering in the production of a programme involving presentations, co-productions and collaborations. Reporting to the Celtic Connections Festival Manager and working alongside an established team. This role is supported by Creative Scotland.
The candidate
If you’re interested in joining us as a Producer (Celtic Connections Programming) you’ll need:
• Degree in arts/festival management and/or significant festival/events production experience, training or qualifications.
• In depth knowledge of music, and in particular, folk and world music
• Strong project management and finance experience/knowledge.
• Line management experience
• The ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section.
The importance of Celtic Connections to Scotland is significant, both artistically and culturally and the festival sits alongside Edinburgh International Festival as one of the top events for cultural tourism and music. The key to its success is the warmth and vibrancy of Glasgow cultural life within the city. https://www.celticconnections.com/about-celtic-connections/
Our city-wide contracts mean you will be flexible to work in any of our locations.
We offer hybrid working for some roles, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you, if suitable. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working.
Our office within Glasgow Royal Concert Hall has great links to public transport.
This role is working 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm with occasional weekend and evening work. Evening and weekend work is expected throughout the month of January.
We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.
Important Dates: Closing date 18th May and interviews are provisionally scheduled for week beginning 26th May.
Benefits at Glasgow Life
- 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
- Option to buy extra annual leave
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- And much more!
Diversity matters at Glasgow Life
We're determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer
Application Packs
The following alternative Application Packs can be requested in other format for example, Braille, Audio and other languages. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone 0141 287 1054. Packs will be posted out to you 2nd class within 3 working days of receiving your telephone request. Please note the closing date of the job advert if requesting this to ensure that you give yourself plenty of time to complete your application form and return to us.
Further Information
Please note that Glasgow Life, as an ALEO to Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see
https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation for more information.
For further information about working for us please refer to our website https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/work-with-us
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