Canterbury Festival Assistant

Reports to

Festival Director & Chief Executive

Location

Canterbury Festival Office (CT1 2JA) (flexible/hybrid working arrangements are available by mutual agreement)

Contract

Permanent, full-time with additional hours during the pre-/post-October Festival period

Salary

£24,000–£25,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Role Overview

With responsibilities ranging from programming administration, artist liaison, event management, box office and marketing support to general office administration and volunteer coordination, the Festival Assistant provides practical, organised and reliable assistance to ensure the smooth curation and co‑ordination of events and the Festival office. The role is varied, hands‑on and well suited to someone with a passion for the arts looking to build experience in arts administration and festival planning and delivery within a busy, close‑knit cultural organisation.

Responsibilities

• Programming administration
• Artist liaison
• Event management
• Box office and marketing support
• General office administration
• Volunteer coordination

Late applications will not be considered.

Shortlisting will take place w/c 2nd February with interviews held w/c 9th February 2026.