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Arts Officer - Exhibitions (maternity cover), Richmond Arts Service

  •  London
  •  Â£30k-40k (pro rata)
  •  Part time
  •  Closes March 8, 2026
  •  Andy Franzkowiak
  •  Andy.Franzkowiak@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk
  • #Visual arts
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Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced exhibitions producer to project manage the development and delivery for a number of exhibitions and arts programmes at Orleans House Gallery and borough-wide arts initiatives. The role is 4 days/week, at 28.8 hours/week.

Job Description

You will play a key role in the development and delivery of public programmes across our Service. This role will produce and production manage all aspects of realising key exhibitions at Orleans House Gallery, support the arts ecology of the Borough and collaborate on Local Authority initiatives which champion the role of artists and the arts across society, such as Cultural Reforesting, our 10-year arts and ecology programme. You will work closely with artists, communities and audiences, creative sector partners and organisations as well as staff from across the council. About the role Project Managing the development and delivery of our exhibitions, artists, and community programmes in engaging ways. Working closely with the Programmers and Arts Officers. Work closely with programmers, artists, educators, and local communities to highlight diverse voices and perspectives Project Manage the Cultural Reforesting programme, Ronald Moody touring exhibition and Emerging Artist programme, including research, artist commissioning, creating marketing content, partner and community support. Develop marketing content that integrates live, digital, and hybrid experiences, ensuring that online audiences can engage meaningfully with our programmes. Work closely with programming teams to ensure accessibility and inclusivity, to manage financial processes and budgets as well as financial targets for projects, including fundraising To contribute to strategic initiatives and policies which increase the effectiveness of our services. To work with other council services and creative sector partners to increase the public benefit on shared priorities. To work flexibly across the service and provide support and cover for colleagues and senior staff as required. The role will be based at, with hybrid working with at least 50% of the week in the gallery. https://www.orleanshousegallery.org/

Job Requirements

You will have: Demonstrated experience commissioning, contracting, and delivering multidisciplinary arts exhibitions and events, including exhibition production, managing timelines, budgets, and partnerships with arts organisations and creative practitioners. Proven ability to create engaging, high-quality multimedia content (including video, audio, photography, and written features) that communicates artistic and community narratives with clarity, creativity, and sensitivity to diverse perspectives. Experience of managing live events and coordinating projects with multiple partners and diverse audiences. Knowledge of digital platforms for communications, developing audiences and new artistic practices employing digital media. A willingness to learn about current best practice in arts project management, including issues related to working with artists, audience development and increasing public access, programming and effective management of available resources.

Job Responsibilities

To support the development of our public facing programmes, through direct project delivery and by commissioning, contracting and partnering with arts organisations and artists. To support and deliver a range of cultural activities, including producing and production managing exhibitions, learning and engagement activities and developing the arts ecology of the Borough of Richmond. Additionally, this role will specifically support the Cultural Reforesting programme, exploring how our relationship with nature can evolve to meet the challenges of the 21st century. https://www.orleanshousegallery.org/about-us/cultural-reforesting/about/ To produce marketing and communications campaigns and create content to ensure services reach the relevant audiences and influencers. To manage budgets and financial targets. To contribute to strategic initiatives and policies which increase the effectiveness of our services. To work with other council services and partners.

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How to Apply

Please go the council's job portal to apply.

The deadline for applications is 23.59 on 8th March.

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