Job Purpose
- To plan and execute literary arts programs within and in conjunction with Singapore Writers Festivals (SWF), for delivery with clear outcomes.
- To support the Festival Director and programming team of SWF in developing and managing an expanded portfolio of programmes
- To support local artists and arts groups in the presentation of their work in SWF, including through commissions.
- To assist in the management of other AHG projects and events.
Key Responsibilities
- Work as an integral member of the programming and producing team in the Festivals department, with a focus on literary arts programming.
- Develop knowledge on literary arts, including keeping abreast of trends in the local and international literary arts scene to inform programming ideas.
- Independently develop and implement at least 30 quality programmes in line with the programming strategies of AHG to reach out to targeted audiences.
- Manage all administrative and logistical areas of the assigned programme including artist liaison, budgets, contracts and licensing, including obtaining necessary approvals from internal and external parties in a timely fashion.
- Assist in budgeting for programmes, including cost tracking, ensuring delivery within approved budgets and adhering to processes.
- Work collaboratively with other AHG departments, in particular with Marketing & Communications to optimise publicity of programmes so as to maximise revenue and attendance, as well as cultivating and maintaining artists/stakeholder relationships.
- Support Partnership Development efforts by liaising with potential sponsors and partners, and contributing to funding proposals and post-festival reporting.
- Any other duties or programmes as assigned by Deputy Director, Festivals
Requirements
Education
Degree preferably in Arts and/or Social Sciences, or relevant training from arts or educational institutions. A subject concentration in Literature would be an advantage.
Qualifications & Experience
- At least 2-3 years of relevant professional experience, within an educational institution or the arts and cultural sector.
- Strong stakeholder management experience, with proven ability to work crossfunctionally.
- Involvement (curating and/or programming) in festivals or literary programmes is an advantage
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent command of written and spoken English; proficiency in a MotherTongue language (Malay, Chinese, or Tamil) is an advantage.
- Effective communicator capable of engaging diverse audiences.
- Highly organised, detailoriented, proactive, and able to work independently under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using digital tools.
Other Requirements
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
- Passion for Singapore's arts and culture sector, with prior artsrelated experience considered an advantage.
Note - This is a 2 year contract role.
