Communications Manager [Temporary Cover]

Kettle's Yard House and Gallery is looking for a creative and passionate individual for the temporary role of Communications Manager. Working closely with the Assistant Director and the Digital Communications Assistant, the role holder will implement the Communications Strategy, promoting and raising the profile of the house and exhibitions, and the learning, events and music programmes, alongside fundraising and commercial activity.

This is an exciting time to join the team as in 2027 Kettle's Yard will celebrate its 70th anniversary. The Communications Manager will lead a special anniversary communications campaign to highlight the last 70 years and look towards an exciting future for the gallery.

The successful applicant will be highly organised and strategic, with experience managing multiple marketing campaigns, competing deadlines and forward planning. A creative individual with excellent communication skills, the role holder will have an eye for design, and be able to work with multiple stakeholders including designers, photographers, staff members and press.

The role provides temporary cover for maternity leave with cover expected to be required for 10-12 months, or the return of the post holder, whichever is earliest.

We believe that diversity strengthens and enriches us. We are committed to helping to make the arts and cultural sector a more diverse and equal place. To this end we are actively seeking to diversify our staff and would particularly welcome applications from people of colour and people with disabilities, if you wish to self-identify please do so in your personal statement.