Searching for a Communications and Events Assistant
The Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (Creative PEC) based in London is currently seeking a Communications and Events Officer to join their team at the Royal Society of Arts (RSA). This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 2 years, with potential for extension.
Role and Responsibilities
The Communications and Events Officer will play a crucial role in supporting communications activities and managing the online and in-person events program at Creative PEC. Reporting to the Communications Manager, the officer's key responsibilities include:
- Leading the production of research reports, liaising with the Creative PEC research team, external designers, and proofreaders.
- Assisting with the on-the-day delivery of in-person events.
- Promoting Creative PEC events to ensure audience targets are met.
- Writing draft copy for a range of outlets including monthly newsletters, web copy, and event promotional copy.
- Providing administrative support for the programming and delivery of a high-profile series of online and in-person events.
- Coordinating event planning and delivery with colleagues across Creative PEC, Newcastle University, RSA, research consortium partners, and other partners.
- Maintaining Creative PEC's databases, including the press log, stakeholder, and audience contact records.
- Ensuring accurate data reporting in relation to Creative PEC comms in terms of reach and engagement, and providing data as needed for reporting to advisory boards and funders.
- Setting up online events, registration systems, and monitoring booking information.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
An interest and passion for arts, culture, and creative industries, specifically in relation to policy or research, would be a big advantage. Candidates with experience of editing video and audio projects, and an interest in learning more about the policy and research environment of the creative industries are also encouraged to apply.
A degree in a relevant field (or equivalent professional experience) is highly desirable, as well as grades A-C in English Language and Mathematics at GCSE or equivalent level qualification(s) plus experience in a similar role, or substantial work experience in a similar setting.
Candidates should demonstrate a methodical, detail-focused ability to oversee the production of research reports to an exceptional level of accuracy. They should also have a strong copywriting and proofreading skills, and experience of writing accurate and engaging copy for a range of audiences, including for example blogging.
Benefits
The position offers a salary range of £26,942 to £29,179 per annum, with a London weighting allowance of £4k per annum pro-rata. The package also includes a generous holiday package, great pension, and health and wellbeing packages.
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to complete the online application, upload a CV and cover letter. If selected for interview, candidates will be asked to complete a short task to assess editing, proofing, and writing skills.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 7 September 2025. Please note that this role is London-based.
For more information, visit the Creative PEC website.
About Creative PEC
Creative PEC is led by Newcastle University and works closely with government departments and universities across the UK to deliver research for the creative industries, such as architecture, film, fashion, and gaming. The government has just published the Sector Plan for the Creative Industries and signaled a decade of investment.
Creative PEC is committed to promoting inclusive and accessible events, and ensuring that all events are accessible and inclusive. Candidates should have an active interest in driving engagement through communication channels and have an awareness of different social media platforms. Experience of using newsletter platforms such as Mailchimp, ConvertKit, Ghost, Substack, and maintaining a YouTube channel would be beneficial.
Creative PEC also values a flexible working environment, with at least two days a week spent on site. Candidates should be approachable and confident in working and communicating with a wide range of people.
The role description is to support communications activity and events, including managing research reports and supporting online and in-person events. The position is based at RSA House, London.
For any queries, please contact Creative PEC's HR department.
- The Communications and Events Officer will lead the production of research reports for Creative PEC, working with the research team, designers, and proofreaders.
- Key responsibilities for the officer include assisting with in-person event delivery, promoting events, and writing copy for various outlets.
- The officer will provide administrative support for high-profile events, coordinate event planning with various partners, and maintain databases.
- The officer should ensure accurate data reporting for Creative PEC comms and set up online events, registration systems, and monitor booking information.
- A passion for arts, culture, and creative industries, particularly in policy or research, is beneficial for this role.
- Candidates with experience in editing video and audio projects, interest in policy and research environments, and a relevant degree or equivalent professional experience are encouraged to apply.
- Candidates should have excellent copywriting and proofreading skills, and be detail-focused in overseeing the production of research reports.
- The position offers a competitive salary range, a generous holiday package, great pension, and health and wellbeing packages.
- Interested candidates should complete the online application, upload a CV and cover letter, and prepare to complete a short task to assess editing, proofing, and writing skills.
- The closing date for applications is 7 September 2025, and the role is based in London.
- Creative PEC delivers research for the creative industries, such as architecture, film, fashion, and gaming, and is committed to promoting inclusive and accessible events.
- Candidates should be approachable, confident in working with a wide range of people, and have an awareness of different social media platforms and newsletter platforms like Mailchimp, ConvertKit, Ghost, and Substack. Experience of maintaining a YouTube channel would be beneficial.
