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Communication link sought for Welsh banding

Brass Bands Wales, the representative body for the Welsh brass band movement is seeking a volunteer to spearhead its PR & Communications.

Welsh band
  The role will help promote banding in Wales and beyond

Brass Bands Wales (Bandiau Pres Cymru), the representative body for the Welsh brass band movement is seeking a volunteer to spearhead its PR & Communications.

The organisation is seeking a motivated and creative person to help shape and deliver its communications strategy — one which seeks to increase and improve its direct links to the wider brass banding community, the public, stakeholders in education, the arts, and government.

Important period

A BBW/BRC spokesperson told 4BR: "The next few years mark an important period for the arts and culture sector in Wales, and brass bands need to have its voice heard effectively.

We are seeking a committed person with a familiarity with the brass band sector, music organisation and arts advocacy, with the drive and creative passion to make their mark with us."

Find out more


To find out more go to:
https://brassbands.wales/pr-communications-role-job-description/

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