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Artistic Planning Producer, The Hallé Concerts Society

  •  North West
  •  ÂŁ20k-25k (pro rata)
  •  Part time
  •  Closes September 8, 2025
  •  Jennifer Stevens
  •  jennifer.stevens@halle.co.uk
  • #Music

Description

Job Summary

The Hallé is seeking a highly organised, creative, and collaborative Artistic Planning Producer to lead the programming and delivery of our Pops concerts, Hallé Presents series, commercial engagements, and special artistic projects.

Job Description

Shape unforgettable performances with one of the UK's leading orchestras.

The Artistic Planning Producer (Pops, Presents and Special Projects) will be a key member of the Artistic Planning department, whose remit is to shape the company's bold and ambitious artistic vision. The post holders time will primarily be focused on the Hall Presents and Pops series, but they will also support the Artistic Planning Director and Chief Executive in the cultivation of commercial relationships, take the lead in the planning of special projects and be a key point of contact for the Hall 's associated artists.

Programming & Planning

Programme the Pops, Christmas, and Summer Pops seasons, including associated runouts.

Plan the Hall Presents series, including festivals and featured artist relationships.

Develop and deliver special projects such as festivals, pop-up performances, cross-genre collaborations, and community initiatives across Greater Manchester.

Seek and advance commercial engagements in collaboration with team.

Administration & Coordination

Liaise with artists' agents to secure availability, negotiate fees, finalise terms, and prepare contracts.

Source performance materials with the Hall Librarian, commissioning new arrangements when required.

Support the Concerts Department on technical and presentation requirements, including lighting, staging, and front-of-house dressing.

Conduct site visits for commercial bookings and special projects.

Maintain up-to-date planning documents and OPAS database records.

Financial & Cross-Departmental Work

Produce detailed budgets for projects and support budget tracking for overall company activity.

Work closely with Concerts, Communications & Digital, Finance, Hall Connect, and Development teams to deliver artistic objectives.

For a full job description and more information about how to apply please visit our website.

Job Requirements

This role will suit you if you have:

  • Proven experience in artistic planning, event programming, or project management within the performing arts.
  • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills, including working with high-profile artists and agents.
  • Financial literacy, with experience in preparing and managing budgets.
  • A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong relationships across departments.
  • Knowledge of orchestral repertoire, performance practice, and concert production.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
  • Experience in delivering commercial music projects or cross-genre collaborations.
  • Familiarity with OPAS or other event/project management databases.
  • Experience working with community-led arts initiatives.

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How to Apply

To apply for this role please visit our website to download the full recruitment pack and application form.

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