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Are you passionate about comedy, community, and creating meaningful change?
The People's Comedy CIC — one of Britain’s fastest-growing and most exciting comedy brands — is looking for new Directors to join our Board of Directors.
We are seeking individuals with expertise in any of the following areas:
- Marketing and Growth Strategy
- Volunteer Coordination
- Financial Management and Planning
- Film, TV, and Online Content Production
- Bid Writing and Fundraising
- Campaigning and Community Organising
About The People's Comedy
Formed in 2018, The People's Comedy was established to platform comedians with a message — counter-cultural, alternative, original voices — while ensuring they are fairly paid for their craft.
Our approach is distinct: ✔ No headliners — all comedians receive equal stage time
✔ Tens of thousands of pounds raised for grassroots comedians, paid in line with our equal pay structure
✔ An affordable night out — with 90% of audiences praising our pricing
✔ A collective, community-driven ethos with less ego and more collaboration
Our Achievements
Winner – Best Pro Comedy Night and Best Live Comedy Format for Wales & the West (Chortle, 2025)
Winner – Best Comedy Format in Britain for Midlands and the West (Chortle, 2024)
Winner – Best Themed Comedy Night in Britain outside London (Chortle, 2023)
The Opportunity
This is a formal voluntary position, perfect for someone looking to:
- Contribute strategically to a high-growth, high-potential CIC
- Build board-level experience within a supportive and ambitious team
- Help guide the development of an innovative organisation disrupting the live entertainment sector
- Shape the future of a respected, award-winning comedy brand
We are scaling rapidly, and we’re looking for passionate, proactive individuals who share our vision and values to help drive the next phase of our journey.
Interested in joining us?
- We would love to hear from you! Please get in touch to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
To be a self-sustaining comedy network that provides an alternative to the traditional circuit and platforms grassroots, underrepresented artists.

