We are seeking an experienced programme manager to lead the planning, delivery and growth of our music production program for women, non-binary and trans+ people - Process.

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The ideal candidate will have 5+ years project management experience, meticulous attention to detail and experience developing programmes via strategic partnership and fundraising in the music sector. The role will be part-remote and they will report to the central Operations Manager. 

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This is an exciting time to join CDR, building on 20 years of heritage in the UK underground music scene we have recently become an Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation and are growing our projects in London, Manchester and around the country. 

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Reflecting the ethos of the programme, we strongly encourage applications from people who identify as a woman, non-binary or trans+.

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The ambition is to grow this role as the programme scales.

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Fee: £6,000 

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Period: 4 months per delivery, opportunity to extend based on performance 

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Location: London 

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Employment type: Freelance, fixed term contract 

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Deadline: 10am Monday 3rd February, interviews will conducted on a rolling basis so early applications are encouraged

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Start date: February

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Application process: Please send a CV and cover letter to sophie@createdefinerelease.com. The cover letter should be no longer than a page and outline why you want the role, how you would approach it and what skills you would bring.

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Responsibilities include:

• Project Management: Book all workshop and event dates with venues, coordinate schedules and conduct regular mentor feedback and reviews.
• People Management: Managing communications across mentors, participants, the CDR team and our community platform to ensure the smooth running of the programme, and managing resources throughout workshops, the welcome day and final day event. 
• Business Development: Our long-term vision is to take Process nationwide. We require someone who can take ownership of the programme, develop a wider strategy to facilitate this, establish long-term relationships and steer the ship on developing and scaling Process in line with CDR’s values.
• Implementing ideas and strategies that secure funding, sponsorships and other developmental opportunities, facilitating the scaling of the project.
• Event Management: 
  • Responsible for all aspects of event management before, on and after the welcome and final day. Workload involved but not limited to:
    • Creating the event’s agenda and any necessary presentations
    • Booking, briefing and managing all resources before and on the events
    • Hosting and managing the logistics of the events between venue, participants and resources, including coordinating tech specs and briefs
    • Act as main on-the-day contact for everyone involved 

• People/Emotional Support: Facilitating participation and supporting participants with certain circumstances that make course engagement more difficult - such as neurodivergence.
• Community Building: Gaining and maintaining long-term momentum of participant engagement on our community platform. 
• Evaluation & Reporting: Liaise with the mentors and CDR team throughout the programme to ensure consistent quality of delivery. Regular review and reports to the team with key learnings to ensure continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience Required:

• 5+ years project management experience
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Meticulous attention to detail 
• A proactive work ethic and approach to project management and strategy development
• A knowledge of the UK’s electronic music scene

Additional Desirable Skills:

• Experience developing programmes via strategic partnerships and fundraising 
• Experience working in music education, particularly on music programmes designed for female, non-binary and trans+ artists  
• Project management experience in the music sector
• Experience developing programmes via strategic partnerships and fundraising in the music sector

How to Apply:

Please submit a CV, along with a cover letter (1 page max) detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Include examples of past projects you have managed, highlighting your contributions to their success.

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About Create Define Release (CDR):

CDR is a black-led music and talent development organisation with a deep heritage in the UK's grassroots electronic  music scene.

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We are a community made up of generations of music producers, practitioners and fans. 

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Our purpose is to nurture independent music makers and progress black electronic music across many genres: from Hip-hop to Brokenbeat, Techno to Jazz, Garage to Grime and the many fusions in between.

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We work with children and young people in schools and youth centres, as well as the older heads in clubs and venues. London-based with an increasing national & international footprint, we're operating in towns and cities around the country and the world, from Bristol to Nairobi.

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CDR is led by Tony Nwachukwu, a renowned artist and educator known to many as the producer of Attica Blues.  We are driven by a small team in London and sustained by a community of contributors and volunteers around the country and beyond, all people passionate about creating opportunities for people to connect and develop through music.

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Website: https://www.createdefinerelease.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/createdefinerelease

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About Process:

We believe in equalising the music industry and providing equal opportunity for the marginalised; representation in music is crucial and with Process we seek to bridge this disparity by providing intel on all the tools of the trade, from creating music to releasing it.

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‘Process’ is a two-month long programme aimed at women, non-binary and trans+ producers, ran twice a year in March and October. The programme was started as a response to a clear need for a space where female, non-binary and trans+ producers can be supported on their music production journey. We do this through targeted workshops and direct mentoring from leading practitioners in the music industry. 

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The programme is broken down into 3 strands: 

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Create teaches the foundations of music production to beginners at the start of their production journey. Familiarity with Ableton Live, and a deeper understanding of audio and MIDI.

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Define equips music makers with the skills they need to perform live using Ableton. 

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Release provides actionable guidance and clarity on optimising artists’ release strategies.