Derby’s Surtal Arts seeks new Artistic Director

Surtal Arts has been delivering events and bringing people together for cross-cultural collaboration between organisations, artists and audiences in the East Midlands for over 30 years. With a specialism in South Asian arts and culture, and a reputation for creating quality, cross-cultural experiences that enrich the lives of young people, Surtal Arts enables diverse art that is meaningful and sustainable.

The new Artistic Director will curate and deliver a programme of performances, concerts and events that showcase an artistic network and support a sustainable future, including Derby Season of Light, 50:50 Celebrations, a rolling programme of new work and a framework for the development of new talent.

The aim of the role is to create opportunities for established South Asian heritage artists through commissioned work, nurturing home-grown talent and to better understand the aspirations, challenges and cultural needs of British South Asian young people in Derby and the East Midlands.

The new Business Development Manager role will be working closely with the Artistic Director, providing support in the arrangement of events and activities. The successful candidate will be taking the lead in identifying funding opportunities, including the development and submission of grant applications, Trusts and Foundations, crowd funding and business sponsorship, managing and measuring principal strategic projects.

Nisha Nath, Chairperson of Surtal Arts, said: “Surtal Arts has grown organically and is constantly evolving and keeping up with new cultural trends, keeping our brand fresh, relevant, competitive and above all providing access to high quality arts to all. It is place where people are given opportunity to try new things and reach their artistic potential.

"This is an excellent opportunity for an established or rising artistic or creative leader to make their mark, innovating a programme of work that can make a real difference to the cultural landscape of Derby and the region”

The role of Artistic Director is part-time (18.5 hours per week). The role of Business Development Manager is part-time (12 hours per week). Both roles are based in the East Midlands and for an initial 12 months, which may be extended subject to funding. Surtal Arts are committed to being an inclusive organisation that is as diverse as the communities they serve.

The organisation warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what they are, and how they work.

Applications for Artistic Director or Business Development Manager roles are with a covering letter and CV, and should be submitted to [email protected] by 5pm on November 30.

For more information on Artistic Director or Business Development Manager roles, please see: https://www.surtalarts.co.uk/vacancies