Having made our televised BBC Proms debut with two concerts at the Royal Albert Hall in August 2024, Fantasia Orchestra is at an exceptionally exciting moment in its journey. Working hours & location: - this is a part time role, working two days a week on average - the days may be worked flexibly across the week if desired (eg split into half-days) - this is a freelance role; remuneration will be £250-280/day depending on experience - the Executive Director will be have a consultancy agreement with Fantasia Orchestra - working will be remote; however, the ability to travel as required to London and to venues outside the capital is essential We are looking for someone who: - is excited at the prospect of developing a young organisation which is rich in potential and is growing in reputation - will enjoy ensuring the continued financial and operational smooth-running of Fantasia Orchestra, in turn allowing the charitable aims of the organisation to flourish - will be an energetic and powerful advocate of Fantasia Orchestra - has a love of music and the arts - will enjoy an all-encompassing role, working in a practical and hands-on way with a small team Essential skills and experience: - experience of working in orchestral management - experience of financial planning and budgeting - experience of devising a fundraising strategy - excellent written and oral communication - ability to lead a small team - ability to negotiate effectively - strong computer literacy Desired skills and experience: - experience of bookkeeping - experience of charitable processes and reporting Strategy: - work alongside the Artistic Director to realise Fantasia Orchestra's artistic vision across the concert season, and plan future ones - responsible for shaping and developing Fantasia's growth, including developing relationships with concert presenters to bring in new engagements - responsible for the development and implementation of Fantasia's fundraising strategy - steer and approve strategy and approach in the departments of concert production, communications, and press/PR Finance: - responsible for the sound financial operation of Fantasia Orchestra - create annual and project budgets Fundraising: - responsible for the fundraising strategy of Fantasia Orchestra, with a focus on developing new income streams Operations: - responsible for the operations of Fantasia Orchestra General: - be a compelling ambassador for Fantasia Orchestra in the world - develop strong relationships with key Fantasia stakeholders Fantasia Orchestra is committed to equality, and encourages applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and sexual orientation. If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role before applying, please contact Tom Fetherstonhaugh, Artistic Director, at [email protected]. To apply for the role, please send your CV (with contact details of two referees) and a short covering letter (maximum 300 words) to Tom Fetherstonhaugh: [email protected]. Application deadline: Friday 29 November 2024, 5pm First round interviews will take place (online) in December 2024, with second round interviews (in person) to follow. The successful candidate will start in January 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.Job Summary
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With project-based, multi-genre programming at the heart of its artistic life, Fantasia frequently collaborates with top international soloists and has developed a busy schedule at venues and festivals across the country.
At this seminal moment in our history, we are delighted to announce the newly-created role of Executive Director, and are looking for an outstanding person to join our team.
Working alongside the Artistic Director, you will have responsibility for steering and shaping the growth of this young, fresh, and nimble organisation. You will realise our artistic vision, and will lead Fantasia into the next stage of our remarkable story.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a visionary individual who would relish the chance to make their mark on one of the country's newest and most exciting orchestras. We would love to hear from you!Job Requirements
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