Brass Bands England is looking to fill a number of roles for its flagship National Youth Championships of Great Britain which takes place at King Edward's School, Birmingham on Saturday 17th April.
Adjudicators
Applications are requested to be considered for the appointment as one of the six adjudicators for the event.
Although no formal adjudication experience is required BBE states that they should be able to "offer supportive, constructive feedback that will inspire and guide the stars of tomorrow", adding that, "if you're passionate about brass music and understand what makes a great performance, we want to hear from you."
Travel and accommodation will be provided, along with an adjudication fee of £250.
Volunteers
In line with BBE's commitment to providing volunteer and paid opportunities for 18-25 year olds, there are also other important roles that are ideal for those with a passion to help inspire the next generation of young performers.
Volunteer roles (for part or the full day) include band guiding, stage management support, registration desk, hall stewarding, general venue guiding, and more. Reasonable travel expenses can be covered for those travelling from within a fair distance of the venue.
Paid opportunities for those aged 18-25, who are looking to build careers in the banding world and arts sector are also available4BR
Comperes and photographers
Paid opportunities for those aged 18-25, who are looking to build careers in the banding world and arts sector are also available.
BBE is looking to appoint two people, confident in public speaking, to support the compèring of the Yamaha Challenge Section and ABRSM Championship Section events on the day.
Formal presenting experience isn't required, with the successful applicants supported and mentored by David Hayward who is well known to the banding world as the leading compere/presenter at the event as well as at the British Open.
In addition, there is the opportunity for photography students, as well as those with a keen interest in developing their own portfolio skills to become a 'Young Photographer' at the event.
The successful applicants will be asked to capture the first half of Youth Championships with the aim of images being used in BBE's marketing.
Find out more
Full job descriptions and application forms are available now via the Opportunities page on the BBE website.
