PROMOTIONS ASSISTANTS (EDINBURGH FESTIVAL)
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Position Overview & Specifications
So Comedy, the live department of production company So Television, is looking for an Edinburgh-based street team to assist with the marketing of our Edinburgh Festival shows during August, primarily through distributing promotion materials. This is a part time, temporary role primarily working afternoon & evening shifts with schedules to be discussed at interview.
We are looking for individuals who will feel at ease approaching and talking with members of the public and 'selling' a show.
Joining the So Comedy team will provide an opportunity to get immersed in the festival environment and therefore especially well suited to individuals interested in the comedy and live entertainment industry, and looking to expand their work experience & networks in this area. There will also be opportunities to watch the shows and receive complimentary tickets for friends (subject to availability) as well as access to festival social events. Knowledge of Edinburgh and previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous but not essential. If the above sounds like the perfect fit we'd love to hear from you.
Hourly Rate: £14 per hour plus holiday provision
Job Type: Temporary contract
Contract length: 4 weeks
Salary: £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexitime
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 11/06/2023
Reference ID: So Comedy Fringe 2023
Expected start date: 02/08/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for PROMOTIONS ASSISTANTS (EDINBURGH FESTIVAL) roles across So Television's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £14 - £14 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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