Shape the future of creativity in the West Midlands. Punch is launching a paid Youth Board and we’re looking for ambitious, thoughtful creatives aged 18–27 to join us.
Punch operates at the intersection of music, culture, education and social impact - delivering major cultural projects while developing the next generation of creative artists and leaders across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Our Youth Board brings together emerging talent to help shape how Punch works with and for young people.
As a Youth Board member, you will:
- Contribute to organisational decision-making
- Ensure our programmes and communications connect with young people across the West Midlands
- Review campaign plans and generate new ideas for social and digital content
- Influence youth programmes and discover how opportunities are created
- Attend monthly meetings and selected music & cultural events across the UK
- Feed directly into senior leadership - with two representatives of the Youth Board attending Punch’s Board of Directors meetings
This is an opportunity to create work at a professional, large-scale level.
Youth Board members are paid for their time and have meaningful input into real decisions about what Punch puts out into the world.
Commitment
- 8 - 12 paid meetings between Spring 2026 and Early 2027
- A mix of daytime and evening sessions
- Most meetings will take place in Birmingham
- Occasional paid preparation or feedback work between sessions
- Members must attend at least 75% of sessions
All sessions will be scheduled in advance.
Travel expenses are covered.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for young creatives who:
- Care about strengthening the creative scene in the West Midlands
- Want to see better access and representation in the arts
- Have ideas, opinions and the confidence to share them
- Are excited about shaping creative careers for the next generation
- *Be aged between 18 - 27 (Applicants between the ages of 18 and 27 will be prioritised. However, we welcome exceptional applications from individuals outside this range, specifically those between 16 and 30)
You don’t need formal experience - just perspective, passion and commitment.
How to Apply
Send us one of the following (maximum 2 minutes):
- A voice note
- A short video
- A visual or digital vision board
Responding to the question: What would you change about the creative industries in the West Midlands?
You might want to think about access, opportunity, representation, and where organisations like Punch could make a difference for young people.
You must also complete our short application form (found via https://www.wearepunch.co.uk/youth-board) so we can get to know you better. Download as docx or pdf.
Send both your response to the question and completed form to [email protected]
Deadline:Monday 30th March (Midday)
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a group session at Zellig, where you’ll work in teams on a practical creative task.
If you have any questions contact [email protected]
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