Venue Manager, Bradford Literature Festival

Freelance Work
Variable hours between 23rd June –3rd July 2022  

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Venue Manager will: 

Work in conjunction with the venue team, including Stage Manager, Tech Manager and volunteers, to ensure the smooth running of Bradford Literature Festival events. 

Work in conjunction with the venue team, whether this be BLF volunteers or existing front of house staff and security, to effectively manage crowds and queues.  

Be responsible for on the door ticket sales including the handling and recording of cash. 

Allocate and manage volunteer roles on site, such as ushers.

Support and manage book sales at your venue in conjunction with Waterstones. 

Co-ordinate and support volunteer roles on site such as checking tickets.  

Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times. 

Accurately collate ticket sale data and sales figures for event reporting purposes. 

Positively represent the festival by delivering excellent service to attendees and speakers alike. 

Take initiative to resolve issues, and appropriately pass on any issues that can’t be resolved to the core festival team. 

Work with and assist the core festival team as required. 

HOW TO APPLY 

Please send your CV along with a covering letter responding to the job description, to jobs@bradfordlitfest.co.uk, explaining: 

 Why this opportunity interests you (up to 300 words). 

Your relevant experience (including if you have worked for the Festival in previous years) 

What skills and qualities you can bring to Bradford Literature Festival. 

Your educational qualifications. 

Your full contact details (including any relevant web links). 

When we can best contact you. 

We may need names and contact details of 2 referees that will be available to be contacted (at least one must be a recent employer). 

Dates that you are available between 23rd June & 3rd July