Closing date: 2 August 2026, 23:59
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Baltic is seeking a freelance Green Creative Producer (Young People) to lead on the development and delivery of nature related programming relevant to young people (including a Green Creative Careers Event) creatively exploring and addressing climate justice alongside Baltic’s Young Producers, as part of the Birds, Bees, Bikes and Trees project.
Producer Fee:
£6,500 - 26 days at £250 per day (7.5hrs)
About Birds, Bees, Bikes and Trees
Birds, Bees, Bikes & Trees (BBBT) is a three‑year National Lottery Climate Action Fund project, now in its final year. It is a partnership between Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, North East Young Dads & Lads (NEYDL) and Newcastle University, supporting young dads to build skills and confidence while helping local communities connect with nature in an urban environment.
The project includes:
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A schools programme
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A young people’s programme
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Creative learning opportunities for Baltic visitors and community groups
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Training and green‑economy skills development for young dads
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A focus on creating new green spaces and increasing biodiversity around Baltic’s building
Learning and evaluation of the project uses storytelling as a method for sharing insights and encouraging greater engagement with nature and climate action.
Project Themes
Birds: From March to August each year, around 200 pairs of red‑listed kittiwakes nest on Baltic’s building as part of the internationally recognised Tyne Kittiwake Colony. Free daily kittiwake tours are offered during the nesting season.
Bees: Two rooftop honeybee colonies sited in Baltic’s rooftop are managed by NEYDL beekeepers and used as a training opportunity for young dads. Various talks and hands-on opportunities educate Baltic visitors about bees. Honey produced is sold in Baltic Shop to raise funds for NEYDL. Our green spaces aim to increase forage for a range of local bee species.
Bikes: Baltic currently has public and staff bike storage. BBBT aims to improve cycling facilities by installing a bike repair station, enhancing bike storage, and offering public cycling tours. NEYDL also stores bikes onsite for their Wheelie Good Dads programme.
Trees: Outdoor planting around the building is limited. Through BBBT, we aim to significantly increase green urban spaces around Baltic, creating new Spaces for Nature.
About the Green Creative Careers Event
The Green Creative Careers event explores the exciting potential of creativity and environmental action. Taking place at Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art in November 2026, young people from across the region will be invited to hear inspiring talks and engage in workshops to find out about jobs at the intersection of art, science and geography, and how real people found their niche through passion, imagination and care.
Key Outputs and Accountabilities
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To research and develop events and activities for young people at Baltic, related to climate action and environmental justice.
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To plan and deliver Baltic’s Young Producer sessions, collaborating with young co-producers to shape projects and events, such as a Green Creative Careers event (Nov 2026).
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To build effective relationships with a range of partners to support the delivery of programmes for young people, including Birds, Bees, Bikes and Trees project partners North East Young Dads and Lads, and Newcastle University.
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To recruit, commission and supervise artists, and other practitioners, in support of youth programming, including speakers and contributors at the Green Creative Careers event.
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To liaise effectively with all Baltic teams to carry out the above objectives.
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To effectively manage and monitor agreed budgets within the Learning and Civic Engagement Team.
Person Specification
Essential
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Experience of working with children and young people.
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Good understanding of Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities, Diversity and the protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
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Experience of planning artist-led commissions and interventions with children and young people.
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Strong relationship building skills and experience of working collaboratively with people.
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Strong organisational and project management skills.
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Experience of working to a budget.
Desirable
A good understanding of climate action and environmental justice.
Fee & Time Commitment:
The project is expected to be delivered from mid-August – mid-December 2026, working 1.5 days per week. This role will include weekend work (fortnightly), and is largely office-based, working from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.
Producer Fee:
£6,500 - 26 days at £250 per day (7.5hrs)
Total inclusive fee: £6,500
Application Process
To apply for the role of Green Creative Producer (Young People), please complete the online application form by no later than 23:59 on Sunday 2 August 2026.
This role is included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS and barring check.
