JOIN THE CIRCOMEDIA TEAM

Thank you for your interest in joining the Circomedia team! You can see our current vacancies below. 

If you are applying for a role with us, please complete the linked Equality & Diversity questionnaire as part of your application.

Closing date for applications: Friday 14 August 2026, 23:59pm 

We are looking for an outstanding Chief Executive to lead Circomedia into its next chapter, continuing our mission to create and nurture the next generation of contemporary circus in Bristol, the UK and globally, while making world-class circus experiences accessible to all.

Circomedia is a place where curiosity, creativity, and community come together through a shared love of circus and physical theatre. Every day we see the transformative impact of our work: from two-year-olds discovering circus with their grownups, to adults finding connection and confidence, and aspiring artists developing their craft in our internationally-renowned Academy.

As an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation, we are proud of the breadth and quality of what we do. Our programmes span youth and community participation, accredited training and higher education, creating pathways that enable people to progress from complete beginner to professional artist. At the same time, we are ambitious about reaching new audiences, deepening our impact and ensuring that circus continues to inspire, challenge and connect communities.

This is an exciting moment to join us. Our next Chief Executive Officer will inherit an organisation with an outstanding reputation, exceptional people and a clear sense of purpose, and will lead Circomedia into the next chapter of its journey. While the arts, education and charity sectors face significant challenges, new partnerships and opportunities give us a renewed chance to strengthen our impact and build a sustainable future for contemporary circus and physical theatre in the South West and beyond.

As a Board, we are seeking a Chief Executive who combines strategic vision with curiosity, commercial acumen and social purpose, with the confidence to lead collaboratively and drive the organisation forward. Someone who will champion our artistic excellence, nurture our talented team, build strong partnerships and work closely with us to shape the next chapter of Circomedia’s story. If this sounds like you, we’d be delighted to hear from you!

We are seeking experienced Bar Staff to join Events Team on an ad-hoc, zero-hours basis.

This role will work as part of the bar team for events based at our Portland Square venue on a casual basis according to the shift rota. You will provide a friendly and efficient drinks service to guests during their visit at events, weddings, gigs and shows, whilst maintaining legislation standards as a licensed venue.

You will be confident in a busy bar setting, work with positivity and enthusiasm and be a great team player. Our team is responsible for keeping the venue tidy and look after the safety of members of the public during events organised by Circomedia or held on Circomedia premises, as designated by Duty Manager.

Candidates will have:
– Experience working in events and on a bar, using draught.
– Passion for excellent customer service.
– Ability to prioritise work and multitask.
– Ability to regularly work flexible and unsociable hours.
– Be an excellent team worker.
– Be a strong communicator.

Pay: £12.60 per hour
Hours: Ad hoc as required in line with our show and event schedule.
Reports to: Programme & Events Office (and Duty Manager during shifts)
Location: Circomedia, St. Paul’s Church, Portland Square, BS2 8SJ

For the full job description and personal specification please download the job pack as HERE.

To apply: please send a CV evidencing your suitability for this role to events@circomedia.com, and complete the Equality and Diversity questionnaire linked here.