Punch operates at the intersection of music, culture, education and social impact - delivering major cultural projects while developing the next generation of creative artists and leaders across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Our Youth Board brings together emerging talent to help shape how Punch works with and for young people. As a Youth Board member, you will: - Contribute to organisational decision-making This is an opportunity to create work at a professional, large-scale level. Youth Board members are paid for their time and have meaningful input into real decisions about what Punch puts out into the world. Youth Board Members will be paid £13.45 per hour, in line with the UK Living Wage Foundation. We're looking for young creatives who: - Care about strengthening the creative scene in the West Midlands Commitment: - 8 - 12 paid meetings between Spring 2026 and Early 2027 Send us one of the following (maximum 2 minutes): Responding to the question: What would you change about the creative industries in the West Midlands? You might want to think about access, opportunity, representation, and where organisations like Punch could make a difference for young people. You must also complete our short application form so we can get to know you better available on https://www.wearepunch.co.uk/youth-board Send both your response to the question and completed form to [email protected] Deadline: Monday 30th March (Midday) Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a group session at Zellig, where you’ll work in teams on a practical creative task. If you have any questions contact [email protected]Job Summary
Job Description
- Ensure our programmes and communications connect with young people across the West Midlands
- Review campaign plans and generate new ideas for social and digital content
- Influence youth programmes and discover how opportunities are created
- Attend monthly meetings and selected music & cultural events across the UK
- Feed directly into senior leadership - with two representatives of the Youth Board attending Punch's Board of Directors meetingsJob Requirements
- Want to see better access and representation in the arts
- Have ideas, opinions and the confidence to share them
- Are excited about shaping creative careers for the next generation
- *Be aged between 18 - 27 (Applicants between the ages of 18 and 27 will be prioritised. However, we welcome exceptional applications from individuals outside this range, specifically those between 16 and 30)
- You don't need formal experience - just perspective, passion and commitmentJob Responsibilities
- A mix of daytime and evening sessions
- Most meetings will take place in Birmingham
- Occasional paid preparation or feedback work between sessions
- Members must attend at least 75% of sessions
- All sessions will be scheduled in advance
- Travel expenses are coveredUseful Links
How to Apply
- A voice note
- A short video
- A visual or digital vision board