Trustee

Flatpack is a mobile arts organisation with a passion for bringing people together and developing new ideas. We love film in all shapes and sizes, particularly when it bumps up against other art forms, and we get a kick out of transforming spaces to create unforgettable events. Every May, you can find us taking over venues across Birmingham with the 'magnificently eclectic' Flatpack Festival. Throughout the year we deliver a rich lineup of screenings and events including family film workshops, cinema under the stars and community archive projects.

We're excited to be recruiting new trustees to bring in fresh ideas to shape our organisation's future. We're especially focused on attracting people who represent the diverse audiences in our region.

We would love to hear from candidates who can share insights in one or more of these areas:

• Cultural Leadership;
• PR & Marketing;
• Property and venue development.
• Legal;
• Arts activities for children and young people.

As well as sharing insights, trustees need to ensure Flatpack runs well. It is not necessary to have previous experience as a trustee or in running an organisation to apply. We value your life and career experiences. We will offer support for those new to being a trustee.

Duties and responsibilities

• Support and provide advice on Flatpack CIO's purpose, vision, goals, and activities.
• Oversee Flatpack CIO's financial plans and budgets, and check progress.
• Ensure that we identify, track, and control key risks.
• Review and approve Flatpack CIO's financial statements.
• Review and provide feedback on reporting documents for funders.
• Keep abreast of changes in Flatpack CIO's operating environment.
• Attend Board meetings with thorough preparation to contribute to discussions.
• Promote our goals, values, and reputation by using your skills, knowledge, and connections.

The board meets four times a year, twice in Birmingham and twice online. Trustees also meet once a year with the full Flatpack team for a planning day.

We expect trustees to dedicate half a day a month to support the organisation.

Trustees don't get paid for their time, but they can have reasonable expenses reimbursed. This includes costs for access needs and travel to Flatpack events.

How to Apply

To apply please fill out the application form and the equal opportunities form.

Application Form

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

Application closing date: 9 am on Monday 28 July

First stage of online interviews: Wednesday 13 August

The application form has three short questions. These questions help us learn about your experiences and skills. You can respond to these questions in writing or through film/audio.

We will invite successful applicants to a 30-minute online interview. We will share questions in advance.

After a successful interview, applicants will attend a trustee meeting. They will observe and confirm their acceptance of the position.

For questions about the role or how to apply, email Abbe Elliston at . These conversations will not form part of the assessment process.

Inclusive Recruitment

We value different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences in our organisation. We believe this makes our work and environment more inclusive and dynamic.

We promise an interview to anyone who meets the criteria for this role and comes from an underrepresented background in the culture sector. This includes but isn't limited to:

• Individuals from communities affected by racism.
• Those who had free school meals.
• D/deaf or disabled people.
• Neurodivergent individuals.
• Those who identify as a different gender from their birth.
• People facing barriers due to mental health.
• People who have experienced social situations such as domestic violence, homelessness or incarceration.

If you would like us to consider this in your application, please check the box on the application form.