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SalaryThis is an exciting new role that manages, designs and develops Storyhouse's creative programmes and projects for Young People aged 5-25. We are seeking to appoint a proactive and experienced manager with a proven record of developing and managing high quality programmes that inspire and engage children and Young People with experience of managing staff and freelance artists to deliver this.
You will lead on the design, development and project management of Storyhouse Youth Theatre, working with 150 Young People aged 5-17 every week as well as managing the Storyhouse Young Company (SYC) for 18-25 year olds, Young Programmers, Young Readers, BFI Film Academy, holiday activities and HAF club, our new Youth Board as well as other programmes for children and Young People as and when they arise.
The postholder will be responsible for working alongside the Head of Engagement and other Engagement managers to develop the strategy for Storyhouse's work with children and Young People. You will have excellent project management skills, be confident managing budgets and have a good eye for detail and artistic and creative merit. You will have a strong understanding of what makes a quality cultural experience for children and Young People and understand where the gaps are in our programme and how to ensure that the Young People not currently engaging are given opportunities to attend Storyhouse sessions in their community or at Storyhouse itself.
We welcome applications from experienced managers of producers with a passion for creating opportunities for children and Young People to access their local arts and cultural organisation.
The role will be based at Storyhouse, Chester and will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure criminal records check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Applications close Sunday 2nd June, with interviews taking place Tuesday 11th June.
