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Association Of British Orchestras

Director of Marketing & Communications

London
Posted 14 days ago
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Director of Marketing & Communications

About the Role

We are seeking a creative, commercially minded, and innovative Director of Marketing & Communications to join the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO).

This role will oversee all marketing and external communications for the organisation, collaborating closely with the CEO and wider team to develop clear strategies that:

  • Deliver the organisation’s ambitious objectives
  • Maximise income and hit targets
  • Build and enhance reputation
  • Develop engagement with all aspects of the CBSO’s brand and activities

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The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience in leading a busy team
  • A strong track record in income generation and audience growth strategies
  • Expertise in overseeing and leading all elements of:
    • Marketing
    • Public relations (PR)
    • Branding
    • Audience experience
    • Audience development
    • Customer relationship management (CRM)
    • Content creation
    • Digital strategies

The candidate should also align with the CBSO’s philosophy that orchestral music can and should be for everyone, sharing a passion for connecting audiences with incredible musical experiences.

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Contact

  • Email: hdunster@cbso.co.uk
  • Phone: 0121 616 6515
  • Address: CBSO Centre Berkley Street Birmingham B1 2LF

Related Information

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  • Visit CBSO’s website to apply
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Skills

Marketing
Communications
Income Generation
Audience Growth
PR
Branding
Audience Experience
Audience Development
CRM
Content
Digital
Team Leadership
Strategic Planning
Creative Thinking
Commercial Mindset
Engagement

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

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