Essex Book Festival is the only festival of its kind to take place over a one-month period hosted by forty venues across one of the UK’s largest and most diverse counties. They are seeking a Festival Coordinator who will work as part of the small team that runs the festival year-round, ensuring that all elements of the festival are in place on time and within budget.
The role is varied with a focus on logistics and delivery. Freelance 1-Year Contract. Based on 3 days per week with seasonal adjustment related to the festival period, i.e. 4 days per week October-March, 2 days per week April-September
Key responsibilities include:
– Event management, i.e. liaising with writers/artists, publishers, venues, ticket sellers and partners
– Managing all marketing activity, i.e. print media, website, and social media
– Budget management and funding reports
– Recruiting and managing volunteers
– Festival evaluation
The festival is an independent charity based within the Centre for Creative Writing at the University of Essex. It collaborates with a wide range of local, regional, national and international organisations to fulfil its objectives.
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Deadline: 29th July 2019