Arts Officer (Commercial)

Arts Officer (Commercial)

Richmond Arts Service & Orleans House Gallery Closing date: Sun, 30 Aug 2026

Artform: Visual arts
Role: Creative
Contract: Permanent
London

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

You will play a key role in supporting Richmond Arts Service, artists and the local arts ecology, by helping to deliver and develop dynamic and sustainable income streams; from venue hire to retail and individual giving initiatives.

Job Description

With experience in a commercially focused environment you will be passionate about the arts and understand the importance of income generation in helping to support, shape and deliver excellent programmes for our audiences.
You will work closely with clients, suppliers, artists, makers and creative sector partners on projects ranging from venue hire to makers markets, helping to deliver a commercial programme that is aspirational, innovative and upholds the ethos and vision of the Richmond Borough Arts Service and Orleans House Gallery.

You will:
Demonstrate excellent project management skills to lead on delivery of the objectives of the commercial plan across its three primary income streams: venue hire, retail and individual giving
Lead on administration relating to private hires and retail including liaising with clients and suppliers, creating event schedules, undertaking stock takes, buying merchandise for the onsite shop and online Shopify platform
Support the implementation of the newly introduced individual giving revenue stream by tracking donations; helping to develop fundraising campaigns
Create public facing content from hire documentation, to website copy and social media content
Develop strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, artists, makers and sector partners
Collate feedback and develop evaluation tools to contribute to service KPI's and support best practice
Work closely with colleagues to ensure accessibility and inclusivity
Oversee financial processes and budgets as well as financial targets relating to income generation

Job Requirements

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Understanding of the importance of income generation within arts and cultural organisations and knowledge of common income streams and revenue initiatives
Experience of working in a commercially focused environment or an income generating role
Experience of working in a busy, public facing environment
Knowledge of budget management and income tracking methods with some experience of budget management
Administrative experience
Excellent communication skills

Job Responsibilities

Demonstrate excellent project management skills to lead on delivery of the objectives of the commercial plan across its three primary income streams: venue hire, retail and individual giving
Lead on administration relating to private hires and retail including liaising with clients and suppliers, creating event schedules, undertaking stock takes, buying merchandise for the onsite shop and online Shopify platform
Support the implementation of the newly introduced individual giving revenue stream by tracking donations; helping to develop fundraising campaigns
Create public facing content from hire documentation, to website copy and social media content
Develop strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, artists, makers and sector partners
Collate feedback and develop evaluation tools to contribute to service KPI's and support best practice
Work closely with colleagues to ensure accessibility and inclusivity
Oversee financial processes and budget

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Arts Officer (Commercial)
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Visual arts
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Sun, 30 Aug 2026
  • Location:
    London
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Job: Arts Officer (Commercial)

Job: Arts Officer (Commercial)

Organisation: Richmond Arts Service & Orleans House Gallery

Postcode: TW1 3BL

How to Apply

Please visit the Apply Here link. Deadline is 5pm on Sunday 30 August.