This role is responsible for leading The Rep’s press, PR and communications activity, developing and delivering creative, high-impact campaigns that raise the profile of productions, projects and the organisation locally, nationally and internationally. Working across media relations, social media, content creation and brand development, the postholder will secure extensive coverage, manage key stakeholder and press relationships, oversee VIP and press events, and help drive audience engagement, ticket sales and organisational objectives. The role also plays a key part in shaping and communicating The Rep’s brand, championing its artistic vision, and developing inclusive communications and community partnerships that broaden participation and strengthen relationships with under-represented audiences across Birmingham and beyond.
We are looking for an experienced and creative communications professional with a proven track record of delivering high-impact PR, media and marketing campaigns within the cultural, arts or entertainment sector. You will be an exceptional communicator with strong media contacts, excellent digital and social media expertise, and the ability to craft compelling stories that engage diverse audiences and enhance brand reputation. Highly organised and resilient, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities while building effective relationships with journalists, stakeholders and colleagues at all levels. You will bring experience of using communications to drive audience growth, sales and engagement, along with a genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and representation, and a passion for connecting with Birmingham’s communities and cultural landscape.
Application Deadline: Noon Wednesday 12th August
If this could be you, we’d love to hear from you.
For further details about the role, The Rep visit our website https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/about-us/jobs-vacancies/.
Please apply direct via the application portal on the Rep website. We do not accept applications direct from Indeed.
Working with us you would be able to access the following benefits
- Employer contribution pension scheme
- Holiday entitlement of 5 weeks plus bank holidays rising with service pro rata
- A day off for your birthday
- Free-to-use employee assistance service and 24/7 GP Service
- Staff ticket discount (when available)
- Staff discount in The Rep food and drink outlets (when available)
- 25% Season Ticket discount on parking at Q-Parks
- £6 day rates at Utilita Arena North and South Car Parks
- Access to salary sacrifice schemes including Bike to Work scheme and Health Cash Plans
- We actively encourage all staff to see shows as believe that being part of The Rep product enhances everyone’s experience as an employee and ambassador. To ensure everyone has a chance to attend shows every staff member is invited to attend press night for all The Rep's own productions along with further complimentary tickets where possible as well as competitive discounts throughout the year.
If you have any questions, reach out to us at [email protected].
It’s important to us that The Rep reflects the communities we serve and therefore we particularly welcome applicants from the global majority and D/deaf & disabled communities as these groups are not as well represented as we want them to be.
The Rep is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. As part of our safer recruitment practices, the suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers is thoroughly assessed.
Pay: £42,871.92 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
