Overview of the Role
Department: Barbican Immersive
Contract Duration: 12-month fixed-term (June 2024 – June 2025)
Employment Type: Full-time
Grade: C
Salary: £35,740 – £39,540 (inclusive of Inner London Weighting), based on experience
About Barbican Immersive
Barbican Immersive, located in the heart of London, serves as a creative catalyst in the arts sector, igniting possibilities for artists, audiences, and communities. The program spans across music, theatre, dance, visual arts, cinema, and more, fostering opportunities for both emerging talents and renowned artists. Barbican Immersive specializes in curating exhibitions that tackle contemporary societal issues like artificial intelligence and climate change, utilizing digital creativity to enhance visitor engagement. Noteworthy past exhibitions include Digital Revolution, AI: More than Human, and Our Time on Earth.
Role Description
The Exhibition Organiser will play a crucial role in the planning and execution of an upcoming exhibition at the Barbican Centre. This position involves close collaboration with the Exhibitions Manager and the team to maintain high production standards. Responsibilities include assisting in the commissioning of artworks, managing logistics for artwork transport and installation, and preparing exhibitions for international tours.
Ideal candidates should possess strong communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and have experience in managing large-scale exhibitions from inception to realization. The ability to work efficiently under pressure, both individually and within a team, is essential.
Benefits
Employees enjoy a range of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, season ticket and cycle to work schemes, free access to museums and galleries, retail discounts, healthcare benefits, and more. The organization supports staff well-being through an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aid, and City of London staff networks.
Application Details
Contract Type: 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC)
Salary Range: £35,740 – £39,540
Application Deadline: Monday, 15 April, 10 AM
For the complete Job Description and to apply, please click the ‘Apply Online’ button or visit the City of London jobs website. Applications close on Monday, 15 April, at 10 AM, and interviews are scheduled for the 24th and 26th of April.
Barbican Immersive is dedicated to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and encourages applications from all community sections, particularly those underrepresented in the arts. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews to all disabled candidates meeting the minimum criteria who wish to be considered under this scheme. If you require any adjustments or assistance during the application process due to a disability, please reach out to us.
