We champion, develop and invest in artistic and cultural experiences that enrich people's lives. We support activities across the arts, museums and libraries – from theatre to digital art, reading to dance, music to literature, and crafts to collections.

By 2030 we want England to be a country in which the creativity of each of us is valued and given the chance to flourish and where everyone of us has access to a remarkable range of high quality cultural experiences. Between 2018 and 2022, we will invest £1.45 billion of public money from government and an estimated £860 million from the National Lottery to help deliver this vision. 

Arts Council England

Your national development agency for creativity & culture. Proud to award funds from DCMS and The National Lottery.

Tech Champion – SEO/SEM/AIO (ARTCF118-1)

Contract: Permanent, working 21 hours per week (Arts Council also recognises the benefit of flexible working as a valued part of the way we work, and welcome applications from individuals who require flexibility)

Salary: £38,689 (pro rata) per annum Grade C plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.

Location: Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Brighton, Cambridge, Newcastle, Nottingham or Birmingham (The role will be based in any of the locations listed; however, we are operating a hybrid way of working and support our staff to make use of remote working options when combined with regular on-site contact days with other members of the team, normally 1-2 days a week)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Digital Culture Network as an SEO, SEM and AIO Tech Champion. The Network supports the development of digital skills across the arts and cultural sector in England.

Do you enjoy supporting and mentoring others? Are you passionate about helping artists and cultural organisations build their digital skills?

In this role, you will provide practical one-to-one support, deliver training, and create resources that help organisations and individuals make the most of SEO, SEM and AIO. You will share best practice and help others develop the confidence and skills to improve their digital presence.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced SEO, SEM and AIO professional who can apply their expertise to the needs of cultural organisations and artists, helping them use these tools to increase their reach, engagement and impact. You will be able to explain complex topics clearly and support people with a wide range of digital skills and experience. You will be motivated to help people achieve their digital ambitions.

You will work as part of a friendly and collaborative national team of Tech Champions, providing expert support across England. You will be confident working independently, take initiative, and actively contribute to the success of the wider team.

Find out more about the work of the Digital Culture Network at digitalculturenetwork.org.uk.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Arts Council are committed to being an inclusive employer, building an inclusive workplace, and recruiting a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve. However, you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, we welcome you to apply for a role at Arts Council.

If there are any adjustments that would support you in your application, please do let us know when you apply. If you are disabled, Evenbreak are able to provide support with your application. For further information please visit their website here

We participate in the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme which means that we offer an interview to any disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role they’re applying to, subject to the volume of applications received. Disabled candidates, those living with a long-term condition and/ or neurodivergent candidates may be eligible for this scheme. The scheme uses the definition of disability from the Equality Act 2010 to determine eligibility. More information is included in the application guidance.

About us: Arts Council offers a range of benefits to our employees including hybrid and flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance and the Arts Council Retirement Plan - a final salary scheme. To find out more, click here.

Our Code of Ethics requires that employees of the Arts Council are not able to receive an Arts Council grant, investment or loan funding - either in person, as a member of a partnership, or for any organisation they own. There are also limitations on board or CEO positions employees can hold in organisations we fund. For more information on this, please talk to the recruiting manager or contact recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk

We believe our recruitment process should be inclusive and transparent. Find out what to expect with our application Guidance: How to apply and recruitment selection process | Arts Council England and more about our commitment to diversity on our website here.

TO APPLY: please forward your CV and a covering note application to Neil Rogers at RedCat Digital nr@redcat-digital.com

We believe our recruitment process should be inclusive and transparent. Find out what to expect with our application Guidance: How to apply and recruitment selection process | Arts Council England and more about our commitment to diversity on our website here.

Job Description

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To view the recruitment pack which outlines more details about working for Arts Council please click here

Job ref: ARTCF118 - 1

Closing date: Wednesday 9 Sept 2026 5pm

1st Interview: 23 or 24 September 2026

2nd Interview: 30 September or 1 October 2026

Please do NOT apply via the Arts Council jobs portal, your application will not be processed.

TO APPLY: please forward your CV and a covering note application to Neil Rogers at RedCat Digital nr@redcat-digital.com

Please do NOT apply via the Arts Council jobs portal, your application will not be processed.