Join the Board of Handmade Productions CIC

Every year, Handmade Productions transforms streets into stages—filled with giant puppets, glowing lanterns, music, movement and thousands of people coming together to create something unforgettable.

From community workshops to large-scale parades, their work connects people, builds confidence, and celebrates creativity in its most joyful form.

Now, as the organisation prepares to become a registered charity, they’re looking for new board members to help shape what comes next.

Why join?

This is more than a board role—it’s a chance to support an organisation that has reached over 1.5 million people and plays a vital role in bringing communities together through creativity.

You’ll help guide an exciting period of growth and change, while being part of something genuinely uplifting and impactful.

Who might this be for?

You might be someone who:

• Enjoys thinking strategically and asking good questions
• Is curious about how arts organisations grow and sustain themselves
• Wants to use your professional skills in a meaningful way
• Is interested in your first Board or Trustee role

Or you may already have Board experience and be looking to support a creative, community-focused organisation.

We’re particularly interested in people with experience in:

• Business development or partnerships
• Finance
• HR
• Fundraising

What’s involved?

The role is flexible and designed to fit around your other commitments. It includes:

• Around 4 Board meetings a year (weekday evenings)
• Contributing ideas, insight and constructive challenge
• Supporting the organisation’s long-term direction
• Acting as an advocate for the work

What you’ll get in return

• Experience of helping an organisation transition to charity status
• A chance to work alongside a passionate, creative team
• Opportunities to see the work up close—parades, events, workshops
• The satisfaction of contributing to something with real community impact

Interested?

Please send a short expression of interest and CV to Clare Danon (Director and Creative Producer) at clare@handmadeproductions.org.uk

We’re very happy to arrange an informal chat before you apply.

Deadline: Applications are on a rolling basis, with first interviews taking place in May 2026.

 

Download the recruitment pack here.