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Working in the arts at Blackpool Grand Theatre is an exhilarating experience, especially with the exciting developments on the horizon. Blackpool is undergoing a transformative £2 billion Growth and Prosperity Programme, which promises to enhance the town’s cultural and economic landscape. Additionally, the upcoming £300 million Blackpool Central Development will further invigorate the area, making it an even more vibrant place to live and work.
Blackpool is less than an hour from the beautiful Lake District, has a breathtaking seafront, and easy access to parks and leisure facilities, including a host of interactive attractions. At the heart of this cultural renaissance, the Grand Theatre offers a dynamic and creative environment, providing unique and award-winning opportunities to contribute to the thriving arts scene for the right candidate.
Working in Blackpool means being part of a community on the brink of a remarkable transformation, making it an incredible place to build your career and enjoy an enriched lifestyle.
Why join us
This is your chance to make a significant impact in a fun, engaging atmosphere while advancing your career. Be part of a community on the brink of remarkable transformation and enjoy an enriched lifestyle in Blackpool.
Being part of the Blackpool Grand means you will be promoting visiting partners including The Royal Shakespeare Company, English Touring Theatre, Sadler’s Wells Breakin’ Convention, PW Productions, ATG Productions, UK Productions, Ramps on the Moon, and Children’s Theatre Partnership.
Blackpool Grand Theatre aims to attract, develop and retain the best talent for all roles and will always appoint based on merit. We consider that diversity is good for the art we make, good for artists, good for audiences, and good for the cultural sector.
Blackpool Grand Theatre is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity in our workforce and positively encourage applicants from all sections of the community, particularly applicants underrepresented across the arts workforce.
A Case for Change statement for the theatre… “Together we are creating a future that will ensure our theatre is as accessible as it can be for staff, volunteers, artists and audiences. We are working towards being an anti-ableist organisation.” Blackpool Grand Theatre has joined a consortium of over 20 theatres and arts organisations to work with Director Michelle Taylor MBE, Ramps on the Moon.
We’d love you on our team!
Positions Currently Available:
Position: MARKETING MANAGER
Salary: £30,000 pa (Full Time)
Closing Date: 07 November 2024, Noon (Full interview process available in the pack)
You’ll be at the heart of our dynamic Audiences, Marketing and Sales team, driving exciting campaigns and supporting our Head of Audiences, Marketing, and Sales to achieve our ambitious vision to be a nationally recognised local resource committed to inspiring a life-long love of [the] theatre.
Please complete the following documents (CV’s are notaccepted)
– Application Pack – Marketing Manager
– Blackpool Grand Theatre Application Form
– Equal Opportunities Form 2024
How to apply:
Complete our application form and equal opportunities form. You must fill in this form as CVs and covering letters are not accepted. We want to make sure that our application process is accessible to everyone, so please do tell us if you need any of this information in another format.
Large Print and Audio Packs are available on reqest.
Send in your application to us: Email your application form to helenb@blackpoolgrand.co.uk using the subject line ‘[INSERT JOB TITLE]’ or post the forms to;
Administration
Blackpool Grand Theatre,
33 Church Street,
Blackpool,
Lancashire FY1 1HT
In your application, please tell us about your relevant skills and experience and how you meet the person specification.
Got a question? look at our Recruitment FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions).
Our Vision, Mission and Values
Our Vision
Blackpool’s Grand Theatre is to be a nationally recognised local resource committed to inspiring a life-long love of [the] theatre.
Our Mission
We offer opportunities to enjoy, participate and learn through theatre.
Our Values
Trustworthy – doing what we say we’ll do when we say we’ll do it
Respectful – treating others how we’d like to be treated ourselves
Professional – looking and acting the part
Open and Honest – communicating clearly and giving feedback constructively
Welcoming and Helpful – giving eye contact, smiling, listening and owning the problem
(Main image via iStock)
