Head of Programming

Job Summary This is a unique opportunity to lead our highly respected and much-loved music programme. Specialising in classical music, folk, global, jazz, and more, you will shape our offer for both new and existing audiences. Job Description Turner Sims is the University of Southampton's music venue, with big ambitions to build an inclusive world through the joy of live music. We celebrates all genres of classical music, folk, global, jazz, and more. We champion diverse talent and welcome adventurous audiences to discover new…

Job Summary

This is a unique opportunity to lead our highly respected and much-loved music programme. Specialising in classical music, folk, global, jazz, and more, you will shape our offer for both new and existing audiences.

Job Description

Turner Sims is the University of Southampton’s music venue, with big ambitions to build an inclusive world through the joy of live music.

We celebrates all genres of classical music, folk, global, jazz, and more. We champion diverse talent and welcome adventurous audiences to discover new music and old favourites. We contribute to quality of cultural life across the region.

The Head of Programming is a member of the Turner Sims Senior Management Team (TS SMT). They research, programme and lead Turner Sims promoted music events, in venue and beyond, for varied and diverse audiences. Activity spans our promoted concert seasons, festivals, special projects and talent development, alongside new opportunities, in tandem with the Engagement & Participation programme.

The Head of Programming leads on financial planning and management of music programme budgets, negotiating and contracting with tour producers, agents and artists. They optimise opportunities for income generation, from ticket sales and commercial hires, and contribute to fundraising and development.

In collaboration with the Head of Programming (Engagement & Participation), they ensure synergies across all areas of our programme, identifying strategic opportunities for growth, development and partnerships. With the Head of Marketing & Sales, they contribute to audience development, marketing and income generation. Alongside the Head of Operations, they ensure effective communication flow across the staff team, overseeing production and event delivery.

As part of the University, they are pro-active, sharing expertise and collaborating with academic colleagues, and a range of strategic partners, on research and knowledge exchange activity. They represent Turner Sims within the University, and externally within professional music networks, regionally, nationally and internationally, sharing knowledge back to the team, supporting University/sector development and contributing to regional growth.

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