The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (RWCMD) is the National Conservatoire of Wales providing pioneering performance-based training to over 800 of the most talented actors, musicians, stage technicians, scenic designers and arts managers from more than 40 countries. It is also one of Cardiff’s most popular arts venues, hosting over 500 public performances each year. It is based at the stunning landmark building in the heart of Cardiff, with an urban parkland back drop, just 5- minute walk to the city centre. Its reputation is built on excellence and attracts the very best talent and events.
The Events and Front of House Officer will be part of the team planning a range of events for the College such as performances, receptions and corporate events. They will also coordinate some private events which include weddings hosted by the College. This post also provides duty officer support to the FOH Manager in training recruiting and organising the casual FOH team to provide an excellent level of customer care to all our audiences, visitors, guests, and clients.
This is a four day a week post with an opportunity to become a full-time post to suit the successful candidate’s work/life requirements. Working hours are flexible although will require some unsocial hours at times.
We are committed to creating a workforce that is representative of society. Currently, people from ethnically diverse communities, those who self-identify as disabled, neurodiverse and transgender, and Welsh speaking individuals are under-represented, so we are keen to hear from candidates from these under-represented groups
We offer a number of employee benefits including an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave. Discover the advantages of working with us.
If you are a successful candidate and this position will be your first professional services role at the College you will be employed by Professional and Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of South Wales, which provides services to the University and College. If you are an internal professional services candidate, from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, you will continue to be employed by the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. Please contact hradviser@southwales.ac.uk for further questions.
For an informal conversation about this post please contact Tracey.Bishop@rwcmd.ac.uk Front of House Manager.