Marketing and Communications Officer
Walk the Plank Closing date: Mon, 26 Oct 2026
- Full time
- £25k-£30k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
Our marketing and communications department plays a key role in promoting what we do to potential clients, engaging participants and working collaboratively with clients to promote our work to audiences.
We are looking for a highly competent marketing professional to make an impact in this fast-paced role, which sits at the heart of our team, and which will draw upon a range of skills across the full marketing mix.
To explore what we do, have a look at our showreel. More information about Walk the Plank can be found on our website www.walktheplank.co.uk
Walk the Plank is a registered charity and a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England.
Job Description:
To work as part of the Marketing Team alongside the Head of Marketing to plan and deliver the company's core new business, marketing and communications functions in an efficient and effective way.
Your primary focus is to support the development and implementation of the company's sales and marketing strategy, acting as the central point of information for all staff who play a role in selling and promoting the company's work, liaising with promoters as necessary and proactively ensuring all leads are followed through.
This is a small department with additional support from freelance staff, so you will need an agile approach to working across a range of different projects simultaneously. The key purpose of your role is to ensure we continue to sustain a healthy pipeline of new work and prospects, while also managing relationships we have with existing clients.
You must be willing to travel to selected shows and events in the UK which may include evening and weekend working. In some instances, there may be a requirement to travel abroad - you must hold a valid Passport. A driving licence is not essential, but desirable.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Marketing and Communications Officer
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Events
- Role: Marketing & Digital
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Mon, 26 Oct 2026
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Location:
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Job: Marketing and Communications Officer
Job: Marketing and Communications Officer
Organisation: Walk the Plank
Postcode: M6 6WF
How to Apply
Apply here: https://www.walktheplank.co.uk/about/opportunities/marketing-and-communications-officer/
- Contact name: Sarah du Toit
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Walk the Plank
Walk the Plank’s track record of making outdoor arts, festivals and events that engage citizens in public celebration is founded on ambitious creativity that connects with ordinary people. From opening European Capital of Culture celebrations (Liverpool 2008, Turku 2011, Paphos 2017) to immersive installations like BODY (Science Festivals in UK and Ireland 2021 - 2022), from amazing parades to spectacular fire gardens, the company consistently attracts acclaim and showcases talent.