Post Title: Dance Programmer
Fee: £9,000, plus reasonable approved expenses
Contract: Freelance position, 75 days running from March –December 2010
MDI is seeking a freelance Dance Programmer to develop, co-ordinate and manage specific large-scale public and participatory projects as part of Leap 2010. To include:
- Assisting MDI team with International Day of Dance – April
- Programme City Steps - June
- Curate dance programme with MDPN from July – December
- Develop a series of community showcases and platforms in association with Merseyside Local Authorities as appropriate
- Attract additional resources to the programme
Successful candidates will have a proven track record in a dance/arts project management role, experience of managing dance performance or participatory events, excellent project administration skills, experience of managing budgets, strong time-management and communication skills, and an enthusiasm for dance.
It is anticipated that the Dance Programmer will work from MDI,'s office in order to connect with relevant team members. The Dance Programmer will also be expected to work in other locations around Merseyside during delivery of the projects.
This post holder will work closely with the MDI Director and will be a key part of the Festival team.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Thursday 18th February 2010
Interviews will be held on Friday 26th February 2010
To apply, please email info@mdi.org.uk with:
· A full CV
· A covering letter of no more than two sides of A4, which explains why you are suited to this role and how you fit the person specification (see right)
· Details of any other work commitments you may have during this period
If you have not been contacted by 24th February 2010, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. Applications made through recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
MDI is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community