ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, JUMPED UP THEATRE
Jumped Up is a respected place-based arts charity with a strong track record of delivering high-quality, community-rooted cultural programmes in Peterborough.
Our strands of work focus on children, families, and young people’s engagement with live performance, building community resilience through dance, and nurturing the next generation of cultural leaders and creative activists.
We are a National Portfolio Organisation funded by Arts Council England and supported by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation. This is a time of exciting growth and transformation as the leadership team expands, bringing in new talent and vision.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Artistic Director to provide creative and strategic leadership across our organisation as part of a new co-leadership model alongside the General Manager. This newly created leadership position will lead our artistic direction, shape its delivery, strengthen partnerships, champion community engagement, and ensure the sustainability and growth of our programmes.
Further information about the role of Artistic Director is available on these documents accessible by the links below:
Artistic Director Job and Person Specification - Word version
Artistic Director Job and Person Specification - PDF version
What We Offer
Flexible working hours and hybrid working options (2.5 days/week).
Opportunity to co-lead a nationally recognised, community-rooted arts organisation.
Opportunity to innovate creative practice and delivery in a young and dynamic city, alongside a skilled and enthusiastic team.
Supportive team and engaged Board of Trustees.
Salary Range: £38K- £42.5K commensurate with experience and skills within a new co-leadership model with the General Manager.
Hours: Part-time. 2.5 days/week on average (7.5 hours per working day).
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Peterborough/Hybrid. At least 1 day a week on average working in the office with the team, plus homeworking, public-facing events and external meetings.
Reports to: Board of Trustees.
Line Manages: Event Producer
All enquiries and applications should be directed via Sarah Hunter via email sarahhunter@jumpeduptheatre.com
More information on the job specification document
To Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in and suitability for the role.
Deadline: 9am Thursday 12 June
On-line interview: Thurs 26 + Fri 27 June
In-person Interview: Thurs 10 July