Communications Manager [Temporary Cover]

  • Contract
  • East

Kettle's Yard


Job Summary

Kettle’s Yard House and Gallery is looking for a creative and passionate individual for the temporary role of Communications Manager. This is an exciting time to join the team as in 2027 Kettle’s Yard will celebrate its 70th anniversary. Deadline for applications: 12 July, 5pm.

Job Description

The successful applicant will be highly organised and strategic, with experience managing multiple marketing campaigns, competing deadlines and forward planning. A creative individual with excellent communication skills, the role holder will have an eye for design, and be able to work with multiple stakeholders including designers, photographers, staff members and press.

The Communications Manager is expected to oversee the ongoing development of the Kettle’s Yard’s Communications Plan, including:
Marketing Kettle’s Yard activities encompassing exhibitions, music, learning and the unique collection using appropriate communications channels.
Maintaining and growing the profile and reputation of Kettle’s Yard through media relations and effective marketing strategies encompassing digital and traditional communication channels.
Reaching new and current audiences by using the appropriate PR and communications tactics.

The role provides temporary cover for maternity leave with cover expected to be required for 10-12 months, or the return of the post holder, whichever is earliest.

Job Requirements

Experience using wordpress (or similar) and e-marketing software.
Experience of creating communications campaigns in the cultural
sector to budget, and measuring their success
Experience or demonstrable knowledge of design for marketing purposes using tools such as InDesign
Line Management experience.
Experience of working with external agencies/designers.
Experience of media relations in the cultural sector
Excellent computer skills and demonstrable ability to learn new software systems as required
Confident using current social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
Interest in the visual arts
Experience managing stakeholder relationships and handling multiple
views diplomatically.
Experience in filmmaking and editing.
Educated to degree level/ Level 6 vocational qualification or equivalent level of practical experience
Personable and polite, able to be the face of Kettle’s Yard when required

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Communications Manager [Temporary Cover]
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Visual arts
  • Role: Marketing & Digital
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Sun, 12 Jul 2026

  • Location:

    East

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Job: Communications Manager [Temporary Cover]

Job: Communications Manager [Temporary Cover]

Organisation: Kettle’s Yard

Postcode: CB3 0AQ

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