Senior Producer in Newcastle upon Tyne

Contract Type: Part Time (0.6 FTE), Permanent

Location: Remote/hybrid, with regular travel across the North East and wider UK

Hours: 24 hours per week with flexible working arrangements available

Annual Leave: 17 days including Bank Holidays (pro rata equivalent of 28 days including Bank Holidays)

TOIL: Moving Art Management operates a Time Off in Lieu system

Probationary Period: 3 months

Pension: Defined contribution pension scheme through NEST (currently 5% employee / 3% employer contributions)

Start Date: from July 2026

About Moving Art Management

Thank you for your interest in the role of Senior Producer with Moving Art Management (MAM).

Moving Art Management is an artist-centred producing company based in the North East of England. We collaborate with artists, organisations and communities to develop ambitious cultural projects across dance, theatre, music, socially engaged practice and interdisciplinary performance.

Founded in 2015, MAM exists to support artists and organisations realise bold ideas, strengthen their artistic and business portfolios, and build meaningful connections with audiences and communities. Over the last decade, we have supported the development and delivery of nationally and internationally recognised projects, performances, festivals, commissions, artist development programmes and strategic partnerships.

Our work spans producing, fundraising, project management, mentoring, consultancy and strategic development. We are known for building long‑term relationships with artists and organisations, helping creative ideas move from early‑stage concepts into high‑quality public outcomes.

We work with a broad portfolio of artists and companies, many of whom are creating work at the forefront of contemporary performance, accessibility, inclusion and audience engagement. Alongside project delivery, we actively advocate for healthier and more sustainable working cultures within the arts sector.

In 2025, MAM celebrated its 10th anniversary alongside a full organisational rebrand and a period of strategic growth. As the organisation continues to expand, we are now seeking an experienced, proactive and highly organised Senior Producer to join the team.

Role Details

Role: Senior Producer

Salary: £31,000 pro rata (£18,600 actual salary)

Location: Remote/hybrid, with regular travel across the North East and wider UK

Hours: 24 hours per week with flexible working arrangements available

Annual Leave: 17 days including Bank Holidays (pro rata equivalent of 28 days including Bank Holidays)

TOIL: Moving Art Management operates a Time Off in Lieu system

Probationary Period: 3 months

Pension: Defined contribution pension scheme through NEST (currently 5% employee / 3% employer contributions)

Start Date: from July 2026

Key Responsibilities: Producing & Project Management

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of projects from development through to completion
• Create and manage detailed project timelines and delivery schedules
• Coordinate artists, freelancers, venues and creative teams across multiple simultaneous projects
• Ensure projects are delivered to a high professional standard, on time and within budget
• Anticipate challenges and proactively implement solutions before issues escalates
• Maintain oversight of project administration and organisational systems
• Attend rehearsals, performances, meetings and sector events as required
• Support touring logistics, scheduling and operational planning

Financial Management & Administration

• Prepare, monitor and reconcile project budgets
• Track expenditure and income accurately across multiple projects
• Support financial reporting for funders and stakeholders
• Coordinate contracts, insurance documentation, copyright permissions and project compliance requirements
• Maintain organised records and filing systems
• Support organisational reporting and evaluation processes
• Ensure accurate and detail-oriented administration across all areas of work

Fundraising & Business Development

• Research and identify funding opportunities, partnerships and commissions
• Contribute to the writing of funding applications, proposals and reports
• Support relationship management with funders, donors and strategic partners
• Help identify opportunities for organisational growth and sustainability
• Contribute ideas for future projects, partnerships and programme development

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with artists, collaborators, venues and partners
• Act as a key point of contact for project stakeholders
• Represent MAM externally in a professional, collaborative and solutions-focused manner
• Support artists with practical producing guidance and project development
• Contribute positively to team culture and collaborative working practices

Marketing, Communications & Audience Engagement

• Support marketing and audience engagement activity across projects
• Coordinate project communications with artists, venues and partners
• Assist with copywriting and audience-facing communications where required
• Contribute to documenting and communicating the impact of projects

For this area of the role, it is to support our Marketing Manager by feeding key project updates into the public facing comms pipeline, rather than lead on marketing and comms.

Person Specification

We recognise that candidates may not meet every single criterion listed below. However, we are particularly interested in applicants who can demonstrate strong alignment with the behavioural traits and working approaches required for this role.

Essential Experience & Knowledge

• Minimum five years’ professional experience in producing, project management or arts management within the cultural sector
• Must be based in the North East of England and able to travel regularly for meetings and events, including by car as well as public transport
• Strong understanding of the UK arts and cultural landscape
• Knowledge of the dance sector in England and/or contemporary performance sector
• Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines
• Experience managing project budgets and financial administration
• Proven track record of delivering work independently and taking ownership of responsibilities
• Experience writing funding applications, reports or proposals
• Experience writing contracts, and the legal context and industry standard practices, for a diverse range of roles on behalf of clients e.g. designers, technicians, performers, composers etc
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of organisational ability and attention to detail
• Experience working collaboratively with artists, freelancers and communities
• Confidence representing an organisation externally
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and cloud-based systems
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and environmentally responsible working practices
• Existing networks within the North East arts and cultural sector
• Experience working with Arts Council England funding programmes
• Knowledge of GDPR, safeguarding and freelance contracting processes

Essential Behavioural Traits & Working Style

The successful candidate is likely to demonstrate:

Proactivity

A strong ability to independently identify priorities, anticipate problems, and progress work without needing constant direction.

Adaptability

Comfort working within changing and fast‑paced environments, responding positively to shifting priorities and evolving project demands.

Pace Tolerance

Confidence managing multiple concurrent projects and balancing a varied workload while maintaining professionalism and quality.

Detail Orientation

A careful and thorough approach to administration, planning, communication and financial management.

Deliberation & Judgement

The ability to think critically, assess situations carefully and make sound decisions.

Dependability

A reliable and accountable approach to work, with strong follow‑through and commitment to delivering high‑quality outcomes.