Trainee Creative Production Manager / Trainee Creative Producer Opportunity – Workington

Are you passionate about creativity, community and making things happen in Workington?

Everyone Here is looking for a trainee to join us between June 2026 and January 2027 as part of our festival and events programme. This is a paid opportunity designed for someone excited by community-led arts, as part of our collaboration with Workington Town Council on their festival and events programme.  whether you’re just starting out or looking to build confidence and experience in the sector.

The successful applicant will develop experience across both creative producing and production management, while identifying an area of particular interest to focus on throughout the placement.

You do not need formal qualifications or extensive experience. We are looking for enthusiasm, reliability, curiosity and someone ready to get stuck in.

The Opportunity

You will gain hands-on experience supporting:

• Festivals and public events

• Artists, performers and community activity

• Event set-up and coordination

• Creative programming and producing

• Production scheduling and logistics

• Communications and engagement

• Community participation and workshops

• Practical delivery and problem solving

The role will include attending workshops, networking events and hands-on delivery activity across the programme. There may also be opportunities for additional paid hours depending on project activity and availability.

This is a fast-paced opportunity with lots of learning through doing.

What You’ll Receive

• 25 paid days at £100 per day

• Timeline: June 2026 – January 2027

• Travel expenses covered for networking and training opportunities

• Experience working on festivals and events in Workington

• Mentoring from nationally significant artists, producers and creative leaders

• Training in:

• Finance and budgeting

• Pitching ideas

• Event and festival delivery

• Producing and project management

• Community engagement

• Hands-on experience with a supportive team

• Opportunities to build confidence, contacts and future career pathways

We are looking for someone who is ready to learn quickly and hit the ground running as part of a busy and exciting programme of activity.

How to Apply

Please tell us:

• Which area interests you most:

• Creative Production Management

• Creative Producing or both

A little bit about:

• Your interest in Workington

• Your interest in producing and production management

• What you feel you would benefit from through the experience

Applications can be sent as:

• A voice note to the Everyone Here mobile

• A video note via WhatsApp to the Everyone Here mobile

• An email with a written document attached

Email applications to: info@everyonehere.org
Phone/WhatsApp: 07514 698381

We want the process to feel accessible, informal and welcoming.

Key Dates

Application Deadline: Monday 1st June 2026

Interviews: Thursday 4th June 2026

To apply or ask questions, please contact: info@everyonehere.org 

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