We are the official archive for the UK government, and for England and Wales. Our collection is one of the largest in the world, containing over 11 million historical government and public records. From Domesday Book to modern government papers and digital files, we hold paper and parchment, digital records and websites, photographs, posters, maps drawings and paintings. Taking an audience focused approach we want to raise our public profile, give even more people the opportunity to engage with our collections, whether they visit our site at Kew or online. Our public programming mission is to increase The National Archives' audience reach and profile. By harnessing the excellence of our people and the strong foundations we have built in recent years, we will reach more people with impactful, high quality and focused programming that speaks to the audiences we prioritise As Events Producer (Talks) you will be responsible for creating and delivering our public events programmes, with a particular focus on talks, lectures and adult learning, be that onsite in Kew, online or working across the country. As Events Producer (Talks) you will work closely with colleagues across the organisation and external contractors to generate, develop, support and deliver high-profile public events such as talks, performances, and pop-up initiatives which will showcase The National Archives' collection, increase our audience reach, our income and reputation. - Experience of event delivery within a heritage, cultural, commercial, visitor attraction setting and an understanding of the changes occurring within these. 1. Working closely with the Event Manager to develop and deliver a high-quality public events programme for a range of audiences across a variety of formats, predominantly talks including (but not limited to); talks online and onsite, webinars, workshops and adult learning experiences For full details and to apply, please click "Apply Now".Job Summary
Job Description
Job Requirements
- Able to work creatively, flexibly and embrace change as event proposals develop.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships both within a multidisciplinary organisation and externally, both verbally and in writing, and working independently.
- Evidence of delivering small- and large-scale projects within budget and on time.
- Extremely well-organised and able to work successfully under pressure and maintaining a flexible approach to problem-solving.
- Good front-of-house manner and excellent customer service skills Job Responsibilities
2. Identify, develop, and lead collaborative opportunities between The National Archives and external partners, speakers, organisations, ensuring that our events programme is exciting, engaging and well-attended.
3. Be proactive in building strong working relationships with public engagement stakeholders in the development and delivery of high-profile events and activities for our public audience.
4. To be a flexible and willing team member supporting fellow teams across the Public Engagement Directorate (such as Education, Visitor Experience) in a range of activities that requires working beyond standard office hours e.g. weekends and evening work.
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