Producer (Young People & Adults)

Job title: Producer (Young People and Adults)

Responsible to: Experiences & Learning Manager                           

Salary:  £22,364.92 actual

Hours of work: 30 Hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Place of work: The Bowes Museum

• We are very happy to discuss flexible working and ways for our team to manage their home and working lives.
• 25 days holidays in addition to Bank Holidays.
• 5% employers pension contribution.
• Discount in the museum’s café and our shop.
• Free staff parking.
• Employee Assistance Programme – providing a 24/7 free helpline.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Free entry for your immediate family to the museum.
• Some mutual free entry arrangements with other partnership attractions.
• Cycle to work scheme

To support the access to, interpretation of and engagement with an internationally-recognised collection at The Bowes Museum, its building and Parkland. The role will work closely with staff, partners and community members to co-create contributions to programming that think critically about global, social and cultural concerns and inspire curiosity and connection with The Bowes Museum. Through this work we will build strong, reciprocal relationships with people in our communities, peers in our sector and academics in relevant research institutions. 

Role purpose:  

• To increase access to, understanding of, and curiosity in, The Bowes Museum’s collections, building and parkland across all our targeted and adult communities and stakeholders.  
• To support the conception, development and delivery of programming for young people and adults in communities of interest, geography or circumstance; in line with The Bowes Museum’s Mission. 
• To practice and champion co-production processes and principles. 
• To build effective relationships with a range of partners and community organisations to support the delivery of an experiential and creative programme, within the building and beyond our bricks. 
• To take a lead role in recruiting, commissioning and mentoring artists and other practitioners for community young people and adult-specific workshops, commissions/residencies and long-term, civically-engaged initiatives.  

• To lead on the initiation, development and delivery of learning initiatives relevant to targeted communities of young people and adults in line with the direction of The Bowes Museum. 
• In collaboration with the Experiences & Learning Manager and wider programming team, lead on the development and delivery of a highly engaging young people and adult learning programme that builds connection, curiosity and creativity with a variety of local communities and stakeholders  
• Build relationships and partnerships with regional, national and international individuals and organisations to develop and deliver joint projects. 
• Regularly evaluate and report the outcomes and impact of community young people and adult programming at The Bowes Museum keeping necessary records and processes in place to inform these reports. 
• Work in partnership on and off site with groups and organisations as required. 
• Ensure that relevant activities are delivered professionally and in a timely manner to maximise meaningful engagement; including health and safety, budget management, programme plans, communications plans, agreements, and evaluation activities.  

• Contribute effectively to the success and culture of The Bowes Museum. 
• Interact and cooperate proactively with all employees, trustees and volunteers, ensuring good teamwork, inclusive practices, and interdisciplinary activities across work strands, projects and programmes. 
• Manage individual performance of assigned staff, volunteers, and researchers as appropriate and in line with the organisation’s performance management processes. 
• Develop reports, with the support of the Experiences & Learning Manager for Senior Leadership Team, Exec Director, Trustees, Committees, Funders etc. 
• Make best use of technology across our activities. 
• Support effective communications and promotion of The Bowes Museum and our activities. 
• Work flexibly at times and on occasions that connect with the needs of our audiences and communities. 
• Ensure we are adhering to and compliant with our policies, processes and statutory obligations. 
• Take ownership of your professional and personal development, working with your line manager to identify and address gaps in skills and competencies. 
• Ensure that the Health and Safety policy, organisation arrangements and procedures under your control are understood, implemented, and monitored. 
• Help to ensure any barriers to equality of opportunity are removed and to eliminate unfair and unlawful discrimination, giving everyone an equal chance to learn, work and live free from discrimination and prejudice. 
• Demonstrate and advocate for the museum’s values and behaviours in all we do. 

Essential

• Demonstrable experience working with young people and/or adults people in community settings. (A, I)
• Experience of initiating artist-led commissions and interventions with communities of geography, interest or circumstance. (A, I)
• Strong relationship-building skills together with good experience and understanding of audience development and co-production. (A, I)
• A demonstrable understanding of relevant regional and national policy and programming including the socio-economic, cultural and political challenges and opportunities in the North East. (I)
• Demonstrable experience of evaluation methods and impact measurement. (A, I)
• Strong writing and interpretive skills, with attention to detail. (A)
• Highly organised, able to prioritise and work to tight deadlines. (A)
• Display high levels of enthusiasm, flexibility and commitment. An excellent team player. (A, T)
• Ability to communicate effectively internally and externally, engaging with and enthusing others. (T)
• Experience and ability in navigating challenges proactively and effectively. (T)
• Willingness to be accountable for personal performance. (A, I)
• Commitment to continuous personal development. (A)

Desirable



• A good understanding and knowledge of fine art and European decorative arts, including current debates, artistic practice and theory. (A, I)
• Experience of delivering socially-engaged artist programming. (A, I)
• Experience of learning programming in a cultural or heritage setting. (A)
• Experience of working in the North East and/or Yorkshire. (A)
• Knowledge of Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity issues and experience in addressing these proactively. (A)
• Experience using technology and digital platforms for business and project management, engagement and communications. (A)
• Advanced level education, or equivalent, or evidence of professional learning and experience. (A)