Programme Director, Our Hinterlands (Creative People and Places)

Programme Director, Our Hinterlands (Creative People and Places)

ARCADE Closing date: Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Artform: Combined arts
Role: Creative
Contract: Contract
Yorkshire

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 "> published -

Job Description

Our new Creative People and Places programme needs an ambitious and creative individual who can bring residents, artists and partners together and turn conversations into visible, joyful, high-quality arts activity. Someone who can create meaningful connections and the conditions for participation and is able to welcome everyone.

You'll be aware of the practical, physical and emotional barriers that can get in the way and you'll support people to overcome them. You'll lead our community on a journey - from having a look, to coming along, taking part, making decisions and deciding what happens next.

This role is based in Selby, North Yorkshire and is offered full time, however a flexible approach for the right candidate is possible.

For full details, download the Programme Director Job Pack linked on the opportunities page of our website: https://www.hello-arcade.com/opportunities

Job Requirements

KNOWLEDGE of:
Co-creation and community decision-making, including practical delivery
Audience development and engagement, with understanding of how to identify, reach and grow diverse and under-served audiences
Programming performances or other artistic works that deliver ambitious and artistic excellence in a variety of settings and scales.
The process of bringing innovation and local connection to arts initiatives to develop and sustain creativity and engagement.
Monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and experience of using them to develop programmes and inform reporting to public bodies.

SKILLS in:
Leadership of arts or community development projects, PAYE teams and freelance staff.
Inclusive practice
Excellent communication skills and able to adapt these
Facilitation and leadership in a range of settings
Financial management of complex projects
Partnership development and management
Management of multiple projects with a common goal

Job Responsibilities

1. Programme Leadership and Strategic Development
2. Artistic Programming and community decision making
3. Team Leadership
4. Operations, Finance and Risk
5. Fundraising, Advocacy and Sustainability
6. Consortium Working
7. Evaluation, Learning and Reflective Practice

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Programme Director, Our Hinterlands (Creative People and Places)
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Combined arts
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Mon, 14 Sep 2026
  • Location:
    Yorkshire

How to Apply

Please email [email protected] with PROGRAMME DIRECTOR APPLICATION in the subject line. Please include the following:

Your CV
A cover letter of no more than 2 pages, including a summary of why you are right for the role and an explanation of how your skills and knowledge meet the person specification
Confirm you are available for the interview dates
Complete and attach the Equal Opportunities Form
If you have any access requirements for the interviews.

If you would prefer to apply in a different format for access reasons, please email [email protected]

Notification of Interview by Tuesday 22nd September
First round interviews, online: Tuesday 29th September
Second round interviews, in person in Selby: All day, Tuesday 13th October