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[full-time] Media and PR Officer at Birmingham Royal Ballet

2009-11-18 12:48:59

Location: Birmingham
URL: http://www.brb.org.uk

Description:

Educated to degree level or equivalent with experience in a similar role, your proven working knowledge of local, regional, national and international media will enable you to maximise positive media coverage of all aspects of our work in addition to creating and managing effective media and PR campaigns.

A flexible attitude towards working hours and locations both at home and abroad combined with a positive, proactive approach are both essential.

Closing date: Monday 30th November 2009

Birmingham Royal Ballet particularly welcomes applications from ethnic minority communities as the company continues to be under-represented in this area.

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[full-time] Video Editor / Colourist at Fullrange

2009-11-10 14:54:49

Location: Digbeth
URL: http://www.fullrange.co.uk

Description:

Based in Birmingham’s brand new Fazeley Studios complex, Fullrange is a full service video production company and facilities house. We’re currently looking for an experienced, highly skilled video editor / colourist to join our post-production team.

Description

Carrying out high-end post-production and finishing processes, you will be working across a range of broadcast, corporate and drama projects using Apple’s Final Cut Studio suite. You will be an experienced and creative editor, with excellent colour correction skills and an ability to work across a variety of disciplines, including motion graphics and DVD authoring.

You will be expected to work in a variety of circumstances, including independently, directly with clients or in conjunction with in-house producers. This will include attending meetings and client briefings, working on client bids and proposals, providing technical support and direction, managing your own workload and meeting deadlines.

Salary negotiable, depending on experience.

Requirements

Essential: proven ability and experience in editing, colour grading and motion graphics in order to carry out high-end corporate and digital film post-production work, good client manner, impressive creative track record.

Preferred: specific experience using Final Cut Pro, Apple Color and Adobe After Effects. Knowledge and experience of Editshare storage systems. Good understanding of RED Digital Cinema workflow and new media delivery formats.

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[full-time] Junior Video Editor at Fullrange

2009-11-10 13:19:54

Location: Digbeth
URL: http://www.fullrange.co.uk

Description:

Based in Birmingham’s brand new Fazeley Studios complex, Fullrange is a full service video production company and facilities house. We’re currently looking for an ambitions, entry level video editor to join our post-production team.

Description

Carrying out crucial work for our important clients you will be part of a busy post production team responsible for logging and capturing, video editing, basic sound and colour correction and encoding / DVD authoring to the highest standards using Apple’s Final Cut Studio suite. Other duties include mastering, archiving and transfers.

You will be expected to work in a variety of circumstances, including independently, directly with clients or in conjunction with in-house producers. This will include attending meetings and client briefings, working on client bids and proposals, providing technical support, managing your own workload and meeting deadlines.

Working across a range of broadcast, corporate and drama projects, this is a great opportunity to expand your skills and potential in a professional environment.

Salary: £15,000 per annum.

Requirements

Essential: initiative, positive attitude, ability to cope under pressure, flexibility, self-discipline, a desire to learn a variety of tasks quickly and successfully, some experience of professional video editing software (Final Cut Pro / Premiere / Avid).

Preferred: Knowledge of new technologies such as RED Digital Cinema and new media delivery formats.

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[full-time] Account / Project Manager at Substrakt

2009-11-09 18:07:36

Location: Fazeley Studios
URL: http://www.substrakt.co.uk

Description:

Substrakt are a young and seriously fun new media and design agency who are growing organically at a reassuring pace.

We work on exciting web design and branding client projects and are constantly pushing ourselves to ensure our work is of notable high quality.

Our current team of 7 has room for 1 more, someone who can work closely alongside the managing director to assist in project and account management, as well as general studio management.

This person will need to be highly motivated and have a natural passion for the web and graphic design, as well as a strong acumen for business.

It is essential that this person has, at least, a basic knowledge of web design and development, in order to effectively comprehend and relay knowledge between clients and designers/developers.

Responsibilities will include:

- project management
(we use a very helpful online tool called Basecamp to assist with this)

- account management
(maintaining communication between clients and Substrakt team)

- studio management
(generally helping out with resource management)

- new business
(occasional help with quoting, proposals and pitches)

We are looking for a committed person… in other words, we don’t plan on going anywhere and just want to get bigger and better, so it is hoped that someone joining at this stage will grow with us and enjoy the benefits of doing so.

If it sounds like this is the job for you then please get in touch directly with the managing director, Andy Hartwell, andy@substrakt.co.uk

NB Candidates must have a good sense of humour and taste in music.

No agencies please.

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[full-time] Marketing Manager at Birmingham Contemporary Music Group

2009-10-28 11:05:16

Location: Birmingham
URL: http://www.bcmg.org.uk

Description:

BCMG is one of the world’s leading classical contemporary music groups with a diverse programme of activity including concerts, tours, new music commissions and a host of learning and audience development projects.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to run and develop BCMG’s marketing function, with responsibility for strategic planning, website/digital development and tactical implementation, online/social media and e-marketing, design and print, copywriting and publicity.

You have a passion for music and the arts; a keen eye for design; knowledge of social media networks, excellent copywriting, managerial, communication and networking skills. You relish responsibility and also working as part of a team. You have good budget management and you are enthusiastic about bringing BCMG’s work to a wide audience. Previous marketing experience is essential.

Salary: £23,000
Location: Birmingham
Closing date: Fri 13 November 5pm
Interview date: Wed 25 November

BCMG is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Reg charity no: 1001474

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[full-time] Casual Customer Service Co-ordinator at The Drum

2009-10-27 12:15:35

Location: Birmingham
URL: http://www.the-drum.org.uk

Description:

The Drum is seeking a motivated and skilled individual to join its current staff team to
support an ambitious and exciting programme of activities:

Casual Customer Service Co-ordinator – £7.50 per hour
This role requires a highly professional individual to provide high quality customer focused
service, to act as a focal point of information for customers and users of the centre and to
ensure the effective operation and management of The Drum’s customer service activities.
You will need experience of customer care/duty management experience, excellent
communication and self-presentation skills and experience of dealing with a wide variety of
people in a busy and pressurized environment.

If you are interested in applying, an information and application pack can be obtained from:

Irah Watson
Tel: 0121 333 2403
Email: i.watson@the-drum.org.uk

Closing date: 6 November 2009

The Drum is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all
sections the community.

The Drum receives ongoing financial support from Arts Council England, West Midlands and
Birmingham City Council.
Charity No 1042218

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[full-time] Office Administrator at The Drum

2009-10-26 15:39:35

Location: Birmingham
URL: http://the-drum.org.uk

Description:

The Drum is the UK’s premier arts centre dedicated to the development, presentation and celebration of African, Asian and Caribbean arts and cultural activities for the benefit of all:

Office Administrator £16,646

The Drum is seeking a motivated and highly skilled Office Administrator to join its Executive team to provide professional, efficient and effective administrative and secretarial support to the Chief Executive and members of the senior management team.

The suitable candidate will need to be highly organised, be a skilled communicator, have the ability to present written work clearly and accurately, have experience of providing HR administrative support, taking and produce accurate minutes and have experience of working in a similar role. You will also need to be an advance user of MS Windows and Office, have excellent diary management and co-ordination skills as well as having exceptional attention to detail.

For an information pack and application form please contact:

Simone Gilchrist
Tel: 0121 333 2403
Email: s.gilchrist @the-drum.org.uk
Web: www.the-drum.org.uk

Closing date: 6 November 2009

NO AGENCIES OR CV’s PLEASE

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[full-time] Publicity and Marketing Assistant for Fiction Publisher at Tindal Street

2009-10-23 10:47:11

Location: Custard Factory
URL: http://tindalstreet.co.uk

Description:

An exciting opportunity to join Birmingham’s prize-winning independent fiction publisher and work within a small energetic team three days per week or equivalent.
We seek an organised graduate with promotional flair and a passion for reading, who must be enthusiastic about marketing literary fiction. Previous PR, marketing or publishing experience desirable. £14,000 pro rata 0.6
The successful candidate will focus on marketing and publicity work and gain a broad understanding of the publishing industry. Tasks will include:
• Assisting in creating imaginative marketing and publicity campaigns for our books
• Writing marketing copy, sales material and press releases under direction
• Pursuing press coverage by phone and by email
• Building network of publicity and trade contacts; organising mail-outs
• Working closely with authors to generate ideas; accompanying them to events, festivals, etc.
• Creating and managing marketing and publicity schedules and ensuring deadlines are met
• Significant responsibility for editing website: writing news articles, event promos, updating books and author pages, generating feature ideas, synchronising new content with social networking sites like facebook and twitter
• Updating sales material for sales reps at our London-based sales and distribution force
• Assessing manuscripts alongside editors – for commercial appeal and potential marketing ideas
• Managing submissions alongside editors
• Representing Tindal Street Press at launches, book events, trade fairs, etc
There will be opportunities for training and development, and to develop some editorial experience with manuscripts. There is potential for the role to grow over time. Please apply with CV and letter of application to Alan Mahar, Publishing Director at editorial@tindalstreet.co.uk or Tindal Street Press, 217 Custard Factory, Gibb Street, Birmingham B9 4AA
Closing date: 30 October 2009. Interviews are planned to take place on 12 November. To start mid-December or beginning of January
www.tindalstreet.co.uk

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[full-time] Marketing Manager at Motionhouse

2009-10-22 12:57:22

Location: Anywhere
URL: http://www.motionhouse.co.uk/

Description:

MARKETING MANAGER
£23,000 to £26,000
Based in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

We are seeking an experienced, talented and enthusiastic marketing professional to promote all aspects of our work.

This is a key role within a small team leading one of the UK’s foremost dance theatre companies.

Full details and application packs are available to download at www.motionhouse.co.uk/news
Tel: 01926 887052

Closing Date for applications: Midday 9th November 2009
First Interviews: 17th November 2009
Final interviews: 20th November 2009

Motionhouse champions equality and aims to create a culture that respects and values diversity.

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[part-time] Marketing Assistant Internship at Flatpack Festival

2009-10-20 21:22:18

Location: Digbeth
URL: http://www.flatpackfestival.org.uk

Description:

Flatpack Festival Internship Scheme
Marketing Assistant (immediate start required)
P/T November 2009- April 2010

“Britain’s most exciting and innovative film festival” – Lonely Planet
Flatpack Festival takes over venues all over Birmingham every March, with an eclectic lineup of screenings, events and installations celebrating the more colourful fringes of film. There is a strong emphasis on creating a sense of occasion by using a range of spaces and a mixture of cinema and live elements, and we aim to make connections between exciting new work and the pioneers of the past. The festival was established in 2006, and in 2008 was selected by the UK Film Council as one of seven nationally-significant events. Dates for the fourth festival are 23-28 March 2010.

We are now recruiting for the 2010 internship scheme. This scheme has been designed for professionals or recent graduates to build on existing experience with a substantial and responsible role in the planning and production of the next festival.

As Marketing Assistant, you will be the first point of contact for local and regional press and work closely with the Festival Director and Co-ordinator to execute Flatpack’s marketing strategy and online presence.

Responsibilities Include:
Liaising with regional press and marketing partners
Writing and distributing press releases
Preparing the website for launch in January 2010 and maintaining the blog with news, features and interviews
Managing the festival’s online presence
Targeted marketing to niche interest groups
Co-ordinating print distribution

Essential Skills
The successful candidate must;
Have a passion for the festival, its programme and ethos.
Have an understanding of the festival’s audience and how to communicate with them.
Be self-motivated with excellent organisational skills and able to work under pressure.
Have excellent interpersonal skills and confidence in dealing with the public, volunteers, press and artists alike.
Be a great communicator- spoken and written.
Have experience of office administration and software including Word and Excel
Be web-literate and media-savvy
Have experience of arts marketing, press or PR

Desirable
Experience of festivals or event co-ordination
HTML-literate
Experience in graphic design or photo-editing

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