Volunteer and Front of House Coordinator

About the Organisation

Imaginate is the national organisation in Scotland, which develops, celebrates and presents theatre and dance for children and young people. We want more children in Scotland to experience work that is deeply engaging, innovative and inspiring. We believe and uphold that it is every child's right to develop their creativity, emotional intelligence and reach their true potential. Our vision is driven by the belief that inspiring our young people is essential not only to their individual development but to the development of Scotland and its place in the world.

The Edinburgh International Children’s Festival is an annual celebration of exceptional Scottish and international theatre and dance for young audiences, with a focus on performances that are deeply engaging, innovative and inspiring. The Festival is attended by 15,000 children, their teachers and families, as well as artists and professionals from all over the world. 

About the Role

We are looking for someone to recruit, coordinate and support a team of Volunteers and Front of House for the Edinburgh International Children’s Festival and to ensure audience and volunteers have the best possible experience. Key Tasks abd Responsibilities include:

• To work with the Senior Producer to recruit and plan a front of house and volunteer team for the Edinburgh International Children’s Festival including for the Family Day at the National Museum of Scotland
• To produce and implement a team building and training programme for Volunteers and Front of House.
• To coordinate and support the front of house and volunteer team throughout the festival period.
• To update Imaginate’s database of volunteers and front of house.
• To create a volunteer and front of house schedule across the Festival with the Senior Producer.
• To work within the allocated front of house and volunteer budget.
• To assist the festival team as required in the run up to Festival.
• To assist the Senior Producer to manage the setup of Box office at festival venues.
• To assist front of house with some box office and audience queries and issues when required.
• To ensure that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to within volunteers and front of house teams.

How to Apply

• Download: the full job description HERE
• Apply: by completing the application form and sending to vacancies@imaginate.org.uk
• Deadline: 23.59 on Sunday 30 November
• Interviews: will take place on Tuesday 16 December
• If you would like to ask questions about the role, please get in touch with Pamela Walker or 0131 225 8050.

We strive to be an organisation that is open and welcoming and where different voices can flourish. We are particularly interested in recruiting a global majority candidate or someone who feels their voice is currently under-represented in the arts. As an organisation we also have a commitment to  accessibility and equality. If there are any specific access requirements, you need in order to apply  for and in order to fulfil the position please let us know.