China Plate are theatre and arts producers based in Birmingham and working across the UK and internationally. We're a charity, and we help people to make creative projects happen - from theatre shows, to audio anthologies, to bus stop galleries.

As the Festival Assistant, you'll be supported by our Producer who is leading on the project alongside our Co-Artistic Director. You'll also be working closely with our Assistant Producer, Festival Intern, project freelancers and community venue partners. This is the first time we'll be producing a festival in the area, so this is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of the delivery and gain experience in the production and organisation of a community-led events programme.

We're particularly interested in hearing from those who already have a connection to Washwood Heath and Ward End but note this isn't a requirement for applicants.

This is a short-term, full-time PAYE contract. It could be possible to reconfigure this role as a freelance role, with a schedule agreed between the candidate and China Plate - if this would be preferable to you, please let us know when applying.

For more information, please visit our website to download the job pack.

Deadline for applications is 11am on Friday 21st August 2026.