Festival Assistant

The Ryedale Festival is one of the UK’s most distinctive and ambitious classical music festivals, bringing internationally recognised artists to beautiful and historic venues across North and East Yorkshire.
We are seeking a Festival Assistant to join our small, friendly and ambitious team and help with the preparation and delivery of the 2027 Festival. The role is central to the smooth running of the Festival, with hands-on involvement in everything from planning and administration to Box Office and the delivery of concerts and events.
This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the chance to learn new skills, take on responsibility and work closely with outstanding performers. It could suit someone looking for a first step into the arts, or someone bringing transferable skills from another area.
The focus will vary throughout the contract. Earlier in the year, the emphasis will be on planning and preparation. As the Summer Festival approaches, the role will increasingly focus on Box Office and event delivery, with July being the busiest period.
The appointment is initially fixed term from January to August 2027 but the role has the potential to grow and develop over time.