Artistic Director
£50,000-£55,000
Following an independent review of our current Business Model and a Cultural Needs Assessment, we’re looking to appoint two new Executives, reporting directly to the Board.
The Artistic Director and the Executive Director (Business) will have joint responsibility for the successful strategic development, financial viability, and day-to-day running of the charity on behalf of the Board of Trustees. These new senior roles will increase the organisation’s capacity, agility and resilience as it seeks to strengthen and reimagine its place at the heart of music and cultural life in Wiltshire and beyond.
The Artistic Director will be the creative head of the organisation, responsible for driving forward the Centre’s artistic ambition.
In collaboration with the Board and Senior Leadership Team, they will develop our existing strategy – maintaining current audiences and diversifying our programme to embrace new ones. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and ambitious arts professional to help shape the next chapter of WMC’s artistic vision, at a critical moment in its development.
The successful candidate will have:
- Proven successful leadership, or significant senior management experience, in a performing
arts organisation - A strong track record of curating, planning and delivering artistic strategy incorporating arts,
creative learning, and commercial activities - Proven track record of fundraising, including from individuals and trusts and foundations
- Experience of working with young people, schools, community groups and a varied range of
stakeholders
For more details, please download the job pack.
Applications
The deadline for applying has now passed. Interview dates: First interview: In person, Wednesday 25th September
Please send your CV and accompanying cover letter (max 2. pages) which outlines why you are interested and suitable for this role, plus the Equal Opportunities Form to recruitment@wiltshiremusic,org,uk For an informal chat about the role, please contact Clare Langrishe, Acting Co-Chief Executive & Director of Communications clare.langrishe@wiltshiremusic.org.uk
Apply now