The Role

Nottingham Contemporary and Broadway Cinema are two of Nottingham's leading cultural venues, each offering distinctive hire spaces alongside a strong programme of screenings, exhibitions and events. We are seeking a freelance Event Sales Consultant to generate new commercial venue-hire income across both.

Both venues have grown hire income in recent years, largely through word-of-mouth and repeat bookings. This new shared role will proactively sell our spaces for the first time, reaching clients who might otherwise overlook two of the city's most distinctive spaces.

As the primary driver of new business, you will identify opportunities across the corporate, public and creative sectors, respond to enquiries with tailored proposals, and convert leads into bookings. Internal teams then handle delivery, leaving you free to keep engaging prospects. You will build lasting relationships, shape hire packages, and recommend whichever venue best suits each client. This outward-facing role spans two organisations, calling for a collaborative, transparent and commercial approach.

The Candidate

You will have a demonstrable track record of generating new business and meeting sales targets in event sales or business development. A confident self-starter, you can manage a pipeline independently through proactive outreach. Strong commercial awareness and excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as is the ability to work across two organisations and manage varied stakeholders. Knowledge of the Nottingham and East Midlands market, established sector networks, and multi-venue sales experience are advantageous.

To Apply

Send your CV, a covering letter, and a two-page pitch on how you would target and secure new business for both venues.

Closing: 12pm, Mon 17 Aug 2026. Interviews: w/c Mon 24 Aug 2026. Apply to: [email protected]

We welcome applications from global majority communities, disabled people, and all socio-economic backgrounds