Two marketing vacancies at Bluecoat Arts Centre

Bluecoat Arts Centre, Liverpool is rejuvenating its grade 1 listed building and creating a brand new arts wing. Bluecoat reopens in autumn 2007 ready to play a key role in Liverpool’s year as European Capital of Culture 2008.

We are seeking two people to ensure a successful reopening for Bluecoat to help make our new vision a reality.

Head of Marketing (maternity leave cover)
Salary £32K
Contract from end Feb 07 for up to 12 months.

A rare chance to manage a high profile launch and make your mark.
Responsible for all marketing and communications activities, and working as part of the senior management team you will play a key role in taking Bluecoat through this critical period. You will champion Bluecoat’s new brand, ensuring consistent application and buy in; make sure that marketing systems and resources are in place in good time; and, ensure that launch plans are in place and managed during the reopening.
You will have an excellent track record with over 3 years in an arts marketing management role, able to motivate yourself and others to make things happen.

Marketing Officer
Salary £18K

A great opportunity to start from scratch! Working with the Head of Marketing, you will be responsible for developing and delivering marketing plans and campaigns for relaunch and audience development. You will specifically ensure successful delivery of Bluecoat’s marketing messages to our audiences using the full range of marketing tools. You will play a key role in ensuring that Bluecoat engages with its visitors both through relaunch and into the future.
You will have over 2 years in an arts marketing role, a track record in managing effective promotional campaigns on time and to budget, be used to building relationships with suppliers and be up for a big challenge.

Closing date for applications: 5 Jan
Interviews: Head of Marketing 22 Jan; Marketing Officer 26 Jan
For application packs please contact annj@bluecoatartscentre.com or telephone 0151 709 5297.
Both posts are full time (35 hours per week).

Bluecoat is striving to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The building is being made accessible, though at present is only partially so. Contact us for further details.