Artist Liaison Manager

Your Pride In London

Year after year, London's Pride celebrations bring people together in amazing ways. The connections and community we build lay the groundwork for a brighter, more inclusive future. Now's your opportunity to play a meaningful part as a Pride in London volunteer. Pride in London is embracing a renewed sense of purpose that resonates with everyone. We stand as a beacon to highlight ongoing challenges within the LGBTQ+ community, even amidst progress. Our roots intertwine the protest origins of Pride with the spirit of celebration. Our guiding values – Visibility, Unity, and Equality – drive every step we take. Our incredible team is a blend of passionate staff and volunteers who champion diversity, inclusivity, and understanding. We hail from diverse walks of life, forming a vibrant community of change-makers. Our ultimate goal? To amplify awareness of LGBTQ+ matters and advocate for the rights that ensure equal lives for all. With a diverse and dedicated year-round team of around 150 volunteers, we orchestrate Pride in London, the incredible event that unites us all. Your unique voice can contribute to the symphony!

Application Closing Date: 18 April, 2025

Interview Week Date: 21 April, 2025

Your Role

Please be aware we are looking for TWO Artist Liaison Managers. One for Leicester Square Stage and one for Dean Street Stage. If you have a preference, you should put this in your application. The Artist Liaison Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for artists performing on the Stage during the festival day. This role is vital to ensuring smooth communication between event organisers and artists, addressing their needs, and facilitating a seamless performance experience. This position is ideal for candidates passionate about live events, artist relations, and fostering a supportive environment for performers.

Commitment Required

Duration: Single-day engagement during the festival for 5th of July, 2025, however position would begin in May or earlier. You should be able to dedicate three hours a week to Pride in London, through all teams meetings and remote calls leading up to the event day).

On The Day Location: Leicester Square Stage OR Dean Street Stage

Your Responsibilities

• Artist Coordination: Welcome artists and their teams upon arrival at the venue. Communicate schedules, updates, and any changes effectively throughout the day. Escort artists to their designated areas, including dressing rooms, green rooms, and performance spaces.
• Support Services: Address artist requests promptly, such as technical needs. Maintain backstage areas to ensure comfort and professionalism alongside stages team.
• Problem Solving: Act as the first point of contact for any issues or emergencies involving artists during the festival day. Work closely with stages and operations teams to resolve logistical challenges swiftly.
• Representation: Uphold a positive relationship between artists and Pride in London by ensuring high-quality service and care. Represent Pride in Talent professionally in interactions with artists, agents, and external stakeholders.

What You'll Bring To The Role

• Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to efficiently and effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent Organisational Abilities: Ability and capacity to manage schedules and logistics under time constraints.
• Strong Self Awareness and Management Skills: Ability to remain calm under pressure, solve problems quickly, and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Knowledge of live event production and artist requirements: Previous experience in live events and working with artists is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Health and Safety Protocols: Knowledge and understanding of H&S protocols in event settings is an additional bonus.
• Commitment to Inclusivity: A deep understanding and respect for LGBTQIA+ rights, with a commitment to ensuring a positive and inclusive event experience.

What You'll Get From Pride In London

• A Chance to Build New Connections: Pride In London is made up of a diverse collection of individuals, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies and activists.
• Sense of Volunteer Purpose and Contribution: Volunteering with Pride In London gives you a chance to be part of an important annual event which creates an impact on over a million attendees. Many of whom it may be their first Pride or their first time in London.
• Experience in Event Management: London Pride is a large-scale, multi-site event, giving you the opportunity to gain or build upon previous event management experience. Building skills in organisation, communication, coordination and problem-solving across the process.
• Networking Opportunities: Volunteers often get the chance to work alongside and interact with key figures and groups within the LGBTQ+ community as well as hundreds of volunteers from all walks of life.
• Fun and Enjoyment: Volunteering at Pride puts you in a fun, celebratory, and vibrant atmosphere. You can volunteer at Pride Event Day and many other events year round.
• Contribution to Social Change: Through volunteering with Pride In London, you will actively be contributing to the ongoing fight for equality and visibility for the LGBTQ+ community, and in turn, helping to create a more inclusive society.

Diversity & Inclusion

Pride in London embraces diversity and inclusion. We recognise that diversity of background, experience and thought enrich our community and empower innovation. We welcome and encourage volunteer applications from candidates of all gender, ethnic and cultural backgrounds as well as ages, sexual orientations, abilities, beliefs and experiences. Creating an environment where people feel comfortable being their true selves fosters creativity and community. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities to qualified volunteers without judgment or discrimination. As a member of our team, you can expect fair treatment and genuine consideration. If this role resonates with your passion for creating positive change, we invite you to apply.

Please note that we reserve the right to close roles before the advertised closing date, should we receive too many applicants. Early applications are advised.