Music Venue Concerts Assistants [multiple positions]

About the Organisation

Since 1947, the Edinburgh International Festival has existed to promote the exchange of ideas and deepen understanding between cultures through an unparalleled global celebration of exceptional performing arts. We are the original festival and bring some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.

Each August, we present the finest and most original performers and ensembles from the worlds of opera, music, dance and theatre over three weeks in venues across the city of Edinburgh. Throughout the rest of the year, we devise bespoke experiences to inspire our audiences and communities, to unlock their creativity and cultural curiosity. Our vision is simple: to provide the deepest experience of the highest quality art for the broadest possible audience.

About the Role

The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for Concerts Assistants to work across key rehearsal venues and/or our music venue at The Hub, to assist with the management and on-the-day delivery of our concerts series, working closely with visiting artists and colleagues from across the organisation.

To assist the smooth running of all International Festival activities in specified music venues during the month of August, including rehearsals, concerts, broadcasts, load-ins and load-outs, and to act as a point of contact for International Festival staff, including: Creative Director, Music Production Manager, Music Programme Manager, Music Porter, Head of Artistic Management, Artist Liaison staff, Transport Manager, Production Department and Festival Director.

How to Apply

• Download: the full job description HERE
• Apply: via the dedicated jobs portal HERE
• Deadline: 5pm on Friday 08 May - due to the high volume of applications received for this role, it is possible the job opening will close before the application closing date. We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.
• Interviews: will be held on 19 and 20 May

EIF is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and applications from candidates of all communities and backgrounds. Inclusive culture is the foundation for a successful workplace, this is a key focus for us across our staff, our artists, and our audiences. To increase the diversity of our staff, our recruitment includes the Rooney Rule - regarding ethnicity – and Disability Confident Scheme for interviews. For more information go to our website.

Funded by The City of Edinburgh Council and Creative Scotland.
Registered charity number SC004694.