Head of Music

Perthconcerthall; Perth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural venue in Scotland is seeking a Head of Music to lead its artistic programme. The ideal candidate will possess extensive programming experience, a deep understanding of the music landscape, and the ability to manage artist and event bookings while collaborating across departments. This role offers the chance to shape the organisation's artistic profile and financial sustainability. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by January 23rd.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver artistically ambitious and financially successful programmes.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide artistic leadership for the music programme.
• Oversee artist and event bookings, contract negotiation and budget management.
• Collaborate with colleagues across various departments.
• Maintain professional relationships with artists, agents, and sector partners.

Skills

Extensive programming experience across multiple genres

Strong understanding of the UK and international music landscape

Excellent interpersonal skills

Sound commercial judgement

Job description

Perth Theatre and Concert Hall is seeking an ambitious, commercially astute Head of Music to provide artistic leadership for its programme at a pivotal moment in the organisation’s development.

This senior role will play a key part in shaping the organisation’s artistic profile, audience reach and financial sustainability. It is responsible for programming and delivering music across both venues, curating a high-quality, balanced and diverse offer spanning classical, contemporary and trad, plus comedy and light entertainment.

Reporting to the Director, the Head of Music will oversee the annual programme in line with agreed artistic and commercial goals. Their remit includes artist and event bookings, contract negotiation, budget management and the cultivation of productive partnerships at local, national and international levels.

The postholder will collaborate closely with colleagues across Development, Learning & Engagement, Marketing, Operations and Technical to ensure the smooth delivery of all programming. They will also act as a senior representative for the organisation, maintaining strong professional relationships with artists, agents, promoters, broadcasters and sector partners, while supporting commitments to inclusion, accessibility and environmental responsibility.

The successful candidate will bring extensive programming experience across multiple genres, a strong understanding of the UK and international music landscape, and a proven ability to deliver artistically ambitious and financially successful programmes. They will demonstrate sound commercial judgement, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.

For details of the full Job Description and Application Process, please visit: https://perththeatreandconcerthall.com/work-with-us/head-of-music/ or contact Hayley-Marie Morris, Executive Assistant: [e-mail].

The closing date for applications is: Friday 23 January;

First round interviews will be conducted on: Monday 2 February in Perth.