Associate Programme Producer

Job title: Associate Programme Producer

Contract Fixed Term for 24 months

Hours: 3 days per week (22.5 hours). These can be used flexibly to accommodate other projects

Salary: £26,500 pro rata (£15000 p/a)

Annual leave: 28 days paid holiday pro rata in each holiday year, plus public holidays

Location: RWA, Queen’s Road, Bristol, BS8 1PX

About the RWA

Located in a spectacular Grade II* listed building in the heart of the city of Bristol, the RWA is the UK's only Royal Academy of Art housed in its own, original, purpose-built gallery. We are proud to bring world-class visual art from around the world to the south-west, and we have done so since 1844. Our vision is to be a place that welcomes, inspires, and enriches the lives of all people from all communities and all backgrounds through art and creativity.

Role Description

We are looking to welcome an Associate Programme Producer to join the team who will work closely with the Head of Exhibitions as well as in collaboration with the wider team to help shape, produce and deliver a dynamic programme of public events.

The RWA Exhibitions team delivers an ambitious year-round programme of exhibitions, publications and events, alongside the care and display of our permanent collection. Each year this includes three major ticketed exhibitions of historic and contemporary art and architecture, from the much-loved Annual Open Exhibition to bold summer shows designed to reach new and diverse audiences.

Over the next two years we want to expand our programme public events - talks and live events - into a dynamic, values-led offer that engages a broad range of audiences and deepens connections with our exhibitions and ideas.

The role will focus on building a commercially sustainable model through careful planning, budgeting and income generation while maintaining creative ambition and accessibility.

This role will suit someone at an early stage of their career and offers a unique balance of learning and leadership. You will contribute your own insights while gaining hands-on experience in programme development, production, and project management. Beyond the day-to-day, you’ll be supported by dedicated mentorship, training, and access to and engagement with industry networks.

How to apply

• Download and the job Description and Person Specification here

• Submit a CV and covering letter, each no more than 2 pages, or a 3 minute video outlining how you meet the requirements of the role to ren@rwa.org.uk.

• Deadline for applications is Monday 9 March 10am