Creative Opportunities Holiday Closure
Thanks to all the employers who offered roles for our students and graduates in 2025! In line with UAL holiday closing dates, Creative Opportunities will be closed from 24 December 2025 to 05 January 2026. Any roles submitted in this timeframe will not be reviewed until after 05 January 2026. Jobseekers are still welcome to apply for roles in the listings below but be aware some employers may be on leave until after the New Year.

Director

Salary Guideline £43,000 - £45,000 per annum
Hours Full time
Location Oxford
Closing Date 07 January 2026
Position Type Full Time
Advert expires on 07 January 2026

Main Duties

The new Director will take on the leadership of OCM with overall responsibility for the organisation, supported by the expert senior management team of Associate Director and Deputy Director, and with the rest of the team and Board. The role requires vision, knowledge of the sector, leadership and strategic development, staff management, a proven track record in fundraising, and experience across finance, programming, commissioning, producing, and marketing.

Skills and Experience Required

We are looking for someone who is ambitious and dynamic, who has significant experience at mid to senior management level, and is ready to take on a leadership position. It requires vision, imagination, creativity and a flair for developing partnerships, as well as realising ambitious briefs and understanding what will work well to develop and enhance OCM’s brand and mission.

You will have a passion for new music and sound based events, a network of relevant industry contacts ideally locally, nationally and internationally.

Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.