Be our first Young Creative Producer!

Are you passionate about arts and heritage? Would you like to create an event during Heritage Open Days that inspire others? Then this volunteer opportunity is for you!  

We are looking for 1 to 2 Young Creative Producer/s aged 18-25 years old to produce a small event during Heritage Open Days (6-15 September 2024) 

 

What is Heritage Open Days?
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,000 organisations and thousands of volunteers to create free heritage events. Every year in September, places across the country throw open their doors for free to celebrate their heritage, community, and history. From cathedral tower tours to open mic nights, these events give visitors the chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences. Find out more about HODs here. 
 
How does the Young Creative Producer opportunity work?
Taking inspiration from the heritage, people and stories of St Alfege Church, the Young Creative Producer/s will work with the Heritage Engagement Manager to plan, design and deliver their own event during Heritage Open Days. You will get hands-on experience on designing and programming events and you will develop financial skills and budget management. 
 
Young Creative Producer/s will be asked to attend bi-weekly meetings with the Heritage Engagement Manager between May and September 2024, in-person and/or via Zoom, and to stay connected by email and WhatsApp. Time commitment can be flexible and is to be discussed with the successful candidate/s, alongside considering the needs of the event. Applicants must be available on the day of their event during Heritage Open Days.  
 
Am I eligible?
We are looking for…

• People aged 18-25 years old 
• No previous experience is required 
• Good communication skills and time management 
• An interest in arts and heritage  
• Availability across May-September 2024 
• Willingness to deliver a high-quality experience for a wide range of audiences  

What’s in it for me?

• Hands-on experience in shaping a creative event 
• Be part of a team who will make a real difference for their peers at St Alfege Church
• Experience of volunteering for an established charity 
• The chance to build knowledge and skills of the arts and heritage sector
• Developing project management, budget management and marketing skills   

What does St Alfege Church expect from me? 

• Be the friendly and professional face of St Alfege Church
• Promote the views and experiences of Young People 
• Look at new ways to get Young People involved in St Alfege Church’s Heritage Programme
• Be reliable in attendance
• Maintain good working relationships with staff, other volunteers, and members of the public
• Attend appropriate training and learn about the heritage of St Alfege Church 
• Keep to St Alfege Church policy and procedures 
• Availability across May and September 2024 

What can I expect from St Alfege Church? 

• A welcoming experience 
• To be treated fairly and with respect 
• Recognition and appreciation for your contribution 
• A full induction, training programme and on-going support, including regular 1-to-1 mentorship from the Heritage Engagement Manager   
• References 
• Reimbursement of travel costs (to be agreed in advance)  

Where will I be based? 
This opportunity is based at St Alfege Church, Greenwich, London. We will also use virtual communications such as Zoom, email, WhatsApp. 

How do I apply?
Please send an email to matilde.martinetti@st-alfege.org.uk (Matilde Martinetti, Heritage Engagement Manager), with the subject line ‘Expression of Interest – Young Creative Producer’. Please include the following information:

• Full name
• Date and place of birth
• A short description of your interest in the role of Young Creative Producer and any relevant experience or passions
• Full name and contact details of two referees  

Once received your Expression of Interest, Matilde will be in touch with you to arrange a chat about the role. Application closes on Monday 22 April 2024. Successful applicants will be expected to begin the volunteering opportunity in May 2024. Applicants must be available for their event during Heritage Open Days (6-15 September 2024).  
 
This volunteer opportunity is supported by New Wave. What is New Wave?
New Wave is a training and development project that guides a small cohort of organizations through a structured programme focusing on the development of new and innovative Heritage Open Days (HODs) events. Selected organisations will develop and deliver an event in collaboration with Young People (18-25) during Heritage Open Days 2024 (6-15 September) aimed at attracting and engaging younger audiences with the festival. St Alfege Church is proudly part of the 2024 cohort of organizations.
 
Want to find out more? Have some questions? Get in touch! Matilde Martinetti, Heritage Engagement Manager: matilde.martinetti@st-alfege.org.uk