Head of Audience Development

Location: Studio 144 Above Bar Street

Interview Date: To be confirmed

John Hansard Gallery – one of the UK's leading contemporary art galleries that is part of the University of Southampton and an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation – is seeking to recruit a Head of Audience Development who will be a key member of the Senior Management Team. 

The successful candidate for this new role will lead the Communications team and work with a range of partners and collaborators to successfully develop the Gallery's profile and grow audiences. The Head of Audience Development will provide strategic leadership and oversee the development and implementation of effective audience development plans, communications strategies, and marketing campaigns. Extensive previous experience working in a comparative role in a gallery, museum, or cultural organisation is essential.

John Hansard Gallery's vision is for a curious, connected, and inclusive world, inspired by art. As part of the University of Southampton, we believe equality and diversity are fundamental to making the Gallery a vibrant, proud and successful organisation. We not only want to be a fair employer, we want to create a creative and caring environment for our staff to work in. We therefore particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups and communities, including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQIA+ people. We are a Disability Confident employer.

Shortlisting will commence soon after the closing date with interviews being scheduled for week commencing 1 July 2024.

Further details:

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date.

For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.

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