Creative Director for Hackney One Carnival 2016

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This is an exciting opportunity for a cultural organisation or highly organised individual to establish a leadership and co-ordination role within the local carnival sector and the wider creative community in Hackney. The commissioned individual / organisation (Creative Director) will lead on the development of a strong creative identity / theme for the event in 2016; meaningful engagement of the carnival sector and any other carnival performers in the three key stages of the event – planning, delivery and evaluation; and involvement in the administration of a programme of small carnival commissions for local carnival groups. The roll will also include ensuring engagement of local residents in the carnival through planned outreach activities; involvement of local businesses along the route and at finale event; recruitment, coordination and care of carnival judges; inspiration of all involved in the carnival to work together; and involvement in the organisation of a post-carnival awards ceremony.