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25 Sep 2023

Full-Time Head of Production

Walk the Plank – Posted by MarketingWalkthePlank Salford, England, United Kingdom

Job Description

Walk the Plank seeks a brilliant Head of Production to lead the delivery of the company’s ongoing programme of ambitious arts and cultural activity.

Walk the Plank is one of the UK’s leading outdoor arts organisations with a reputation for creating innovative productions and performances which engage artists and communities in a wide range of outdoor settings.

Walk the Plank’s track record of making work that engages citizens in public celebration is founded on ambitious creativity that connects with ordinary people. From fire gardens and site-responsive installations to parades and festivals, the company consistently attracts acclaim and showcases talent. To explore what we do, have a look at our showreel.

This is an exciting time for the new Head of Production to join Walk the Plank, one of Arts Council England’s National Portfolio Organisations for 2023-26, and winner of several recent awards including: National Outdoor Events Association – ‘Sustainability’, Access All Areas – ‘Best Operations’, Event Production Show – ‘Best Use of Tech’, Global Web Excellence – ‘Accessibility’ and ‘Cultural’.

As Head of Production you will lead our dynamic production team, which plays a crucial role in ensuring that each project is executed to the highest standards for our clients – from festivals and local authorities to government agencies and commercial clients.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Walk the Plank is committed to equal opportunities, and is Disability Confident Committed Employer, a Living Wage Employer, a Mental Health Aware Employer and a Creative Access Employer Partner.

We value a diverse team and welcome applications from all sectors of the community as part of our aim to reflect the diversity of our audiences.

D/deaf and disabled applicants fulfilling the basic criteria for the role will be interviewed. If you have any specific access requirements for the interview or foresee any barriers to the proposed way of working, please specify if you are invited to interview.

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How to Apply

YOUR APPLICATION:

If you would like to arrange an informal conversation about the Head of Production role before applying, please email Charlie Morrison: charlie@walktheplank.co.uk

TO APPLY FOR THIS POST:

Please submit your CV and a covering letter (up to three pages of A4 in total) outlining your suitability for the role by: 12pm midday on Monday 13th November 2023 to: recruitment@walktheplank.co.uk As an alternative to a covering letter, you can send us a Vimeo link to a 3-minute video(e.g., recording to a smartphone camera), telling us why you are applying for this position and why you are suitable for the role. Fill out our Equal Opportunities form by heading to our website.

INTERVIEWS:

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview on 20th or 23rd of November 2023 at Walk the Plank’s base at Cobden Works.
 

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: Art and Culture, Head of Production, live events, Outdoor Art, and production. Salaries: 20,000 - 40,000.

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