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Tech Champion – SEO/SEM/AIO (ARTCF118-1)
Contract: Permanent, working 21 hours per week (Arts Council also recognises the benefit of flexible working as a valued part of the way we work, and welcome applications from individuals who require flexibility)
Salary: £38,689 (pro rata) per annum Grade C plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.
Location: Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Brighton, Cambridge, Newcastle, Nottingham or Birmingham (The role will be based in any of the locations listed; however, we are operating a hybrid way of working and support our staff to make use of remote working options when combined with regular on-site contact days with other members of the team, normally 1-2 days a week)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Digital Culture Network as an SEO, SEM and AIO Tech Champion. The Network supports the development of digital skills across the arts and cultural sector in England.
Do you enjoy supporting and mentoring others? Are you passionate about helping artists and cultural organisations build their digital skills?
In this role, you will provide practical one-to-one support, deliver training, and create resources that help organisations and individuals make the most of SEO, SEM and AIO. You will share best practice and help others develop the confidence and skills to improve their digital presence.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide practical one-to-one support, deliver training, and create resources that help organisations and individuals make the most of SEO, SEM and AIO.
- Share best practice and help others develop the confidence and skills to improve their digital presence.
- Work as part of a friendly and collaborative national team of Tech Champions, providing expert support across England.
- Confident working independently, take initiative, and actively contribute to the success of the wider team.
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Ideal Candidate
- Experienced SEO, SEM and AIO professional.
- Ability to apply their expertise to the needs of cultural organisations and artists, helping them use these tools to increase their reach, engagement and impact.
- Ability to explain complex topics clearly and support people with a wide range of digital skills and experience.
- Motivated to help people achieve their digital ambitions.
About Us
Arts Council offers a range of benefits to our employees including hybrid and flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance and the Arts Council Retirement Plan - a final salary scheme.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Arts Council are committed to being an inclusive employer, building an inclusive workplace, and recruiting a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We welcome you to apply for a role at Arts Council, regardless of how you identify or your background.
If there are any adjustments that would support you in your application, please do let us know when you apply. If you are disabled, Evenbreak are able to provide support with your application. For further information please visit their website here.
We participate in the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme which means that we offer an interview to any disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role they’re applying to, subject to the volume of applications received. Disabled candidates, those living with a long-term condition and/ or neurodivergent candidates may be eligible for this scheme. The scheme uses the definition of disability from the Equality Act 2010 to determine eligibility. More information is included in the application guidance.
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Our Code of Ethics
Employees of the Arts Council are not able to receive an Arts Council grant, investment or loan funding - either in person, as a member of a partnership, or for any organisation they own. There are also limitations on board or CEO positions employees can hold in organisations we fund. For more information on this, please talk to the recruiting manager or contact recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk
Application Process
We believe our recruitment process should be inclusive and transparent. Find out what to expect with our application Guidance: How to apply and recruitment selection process | Arts Council England and more about our commitment to diversity on our website here.
To Apply:
Please forward your CV and a covering note application to Neil Rogers at RedCat Digital nr@redcat-digital.com
Please do NOT apply via the Arts Council jobs portal, your application will not be processed.
Job Details
- Job ref: ARTCF118 - 1
- Closing date: Wednesday 9 Sept 2026 5pm
- 1st Interview: 23 or 24 September 2026
- 2nd Interview: 30 September or 1 October 2026
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To view the recruitment pack which outlines more details about working for Arts Council please click here
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