Emerging Creative

Emerging Creative

WALK THE PLANK Closing date: Thu, 26 Nov 2026

Artform: Charity
Role: Creative
Contract: Temporary
UK-wide

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

We are looking for an Emerging Creative based in Greater Manchester to join our team on a part-time basis (3 days a week) for up to 6 months.

Job Description

Emerging Creatives are people interested in working in the creative industries who are at, or near, the beginning of their career in the arts.

We are looking to develop the next generation of creative industry professionals, especially candidates who feel they are:

Finding that the way things are set up is making it hard to get training or experience, or a foot in the door
Didn't go to University or didn't complete a University course
Not seeing people like themselves in the sector, or working in TV, film and theatre

Job Requirements

What We Need From You:

Interest in Walk the Plank - find out more by looking at our website: www.walktheplank.co.uk

A willingness to learn

Commitment to the full programme - 3 days a week for 6 months

Commitment to working at our offices in Salford and/or on-site around Greater Manchester

A desire to work with other people and try out new ideas

Job Responsibilities

To SUPPORT the team in creating amazing events outdoors

To COLLABORATE with the Production, Marcomms, Producer and Central Support departments

To ATTEND meetings with staff and stakeholders as necessary

The Emerging Creative role is diverse and works alongside all of our office departments.

Alongside opportunities to work on events, you will play a crucial role in day-to-day office operations such as administrative support where required, answering the door for deliveries and guests and supporting financial processes.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Emerging Creative
  • Salary: Under £10K
  • Hours: Part time
  • Artform: Charity
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Thu, 26 Nov 2026
  • Location: UK-wide

How to Apply

To apply, complete the Emerging Creative Application Form.

You can answer in writing, audio or video, whichever suits you best. You can use AI to help, but not to write it all. We want to hear your voice.

Questions:

What attracts you to being an Emerging Creative?
What work or volunteering experience do you have?
What two things do you want to learn about working in arts and events?
Do you face any barriers (e.g. economic status, class, race or disability)? You don’t have to share anything personal.

Written answers must be under 250 words each. For audio or video, answer the questions in order in no more than 3 minutes, and send a YouTube, Vimeo or G Drive link.

Please also complete our anonymous Equal Opportunities Form (once only). We can’t consider your application without it.

Online briefing: Thursday 19 November 2026, 5pm. Click here to register your interest.

Questions or access needs? Contact Ru or Alicia: [email protected] / 0161 736 8964