Job Summary
The postholder will contribute to the development of new and returning audiences and participants as well as promote the work of the council’s Arts Council England National Portfolio projects.
Job Description
We are looking for a new colleague to work with us on developing, co-ordinating, implementing and evaluating audience development strategies. You'll have varied responsibilities including using digital platforms, e-communications and social media for pro-active campaigns to engage loyal and new audiences. You'll help develop insight from our data sources, including our box office system. Your mission will be to grow the number of people involved in the arts, culture and heritage in our area.
Mansfield Cultural Services are an NPO and part of your role will be to produce, collate and analyse data for the Illuminate platform.
Mansfield Cultural Services operate Mansfield Palace Theatre and free-to-enter Mansfield Museum. You will be operating to support both these venues and offsite events/programmes.
Job Requirements
25 hours per week
Fixed Term until March 2026 with a possibility of extension to March 2027
Mansfield District Council is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Development Officer with a specialism in audience engagement to support its vibrant cultural venues, Mansfield Museum and Mansfield Palace Theatre. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and developing audiences for our National Portfolio Organisation (NPO) projects, funded by Arts Council England.
We are looking for someone with a background in arts marketing, audience development, or participation in arts, libraries, museums or theatres. If you are passionate about engaging diverse communities, growing and retaining audiences, and championing cultural experiences that are accessible and inclusive, this role is for you.
Job Responsibilities
As Development Officer, you will lead audience engagement initiatives across Mansfield Museum and Mansfield Palace Theatre, ensuring inclusivity and access for all. You will use data intelligence and insights to inform targeted marketing strategies and develop audience profiles. Collaboration will be at the heart of your work as you support the wider Cultural Services team in delivering innovative and meaningful participation projects.
We're supportive of flexible working arrangements that include hybrid or fully remote working with occasional on-site meetings.
Closing date: 12 January 2025
Interviews: w/c 20 January 2025
Mansfield District Council Cultural Services are a NPO providing arts, culture and creative engagement for our communities.
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