Lewisham Council is looking for an energetic and experienced Lead Producer to help realise their vision for an inclusive multi-generational celebration that reflects the rich diversity of Lewisham borough.
Open Until: 15/09/2026
Posted: 07/09/2026
South-East London’s longest running free festival, will be returning to Mountsfield Park in July 2027.
The ‘Festival Lead Producer’ role involves working in partnership with a wide number of stakeholders to both curate the content and practically deliver the festival, details in role profile below. A contracted event production company will partner and provide infrastructure. The Lead Producer will work closely with this team, delivering programme details within timescales to allow feasibility of delivery.
Responsible to: Lewisham Council, Cultural Partnership Manager
Contract: Freelance, Fixed-term: September/October 2026 – July/August 2027. Initially part-
time see below.
Rate of pay: £325 per day
Working commitment for role: There is some flexibility around applicants’ current
commitments. Please contact the team to discuss your situation.
cultural.development@lewisham.gov.uk
• 3 days a week October/Nov (Sept if available)
• 4 days a week Dec (holiday break), Jan, Feb, March, April
• 5 Days a week May, June, – festival delivery 10 July
• 6 days post festival delivery to wrap up
Find more info in the Job Description attached.
