Looking to make a difference in the cultural sector?
You’re not looking for just any job, but for a place where your expertise and perspective are valued. We guide you towards roles that matter—with care, honesty, and personal support. So you can contribute, lead others, and keep growing.
What we look for in candidates?
You believe in the value of arts and culture
Not as an abstract idea, but as a social and public practice. You want to contribute to the arts, heritage, performing arts or media—and understand why they matter, especially now.
You bring something that isn’t obvious
Your background, experience or perspective may not follow the standard path. That’s exactly what we see as valuable—an enrichment for organisations and teams.
New perspective and entrepreneurship come naturally to you
Not as buzzwords, but as part of how you think, work, and take responsibility. You encourage this in others and remain open to learning.
You’re looking for meaning in your work
Not driven by title or position, but by the contribution you make—to an organisation, its people, and its wider context. You’re broadly engaged with culture and society.
Je blijft jezelf ontwikkelen
Je hoeft niet af te zijn. Je bent bereid te luisteren, te reflecteren en kwetsbaarheid te tonen — ook als dat soms schuurt, durf je om hulp te vragen.
Current roles and matches
Nederlands Fotomuseum
November Music
Match
Nederlands Fotomuseum
What you can expect from us
You’re taken seriously
Even if you’re not selected. You’ll receive honest feedback and advice, and you’ll never be treated as just another candidate. We take the time to respond and remain accessible throughout.
Your perspective matters
Your background and personality make you interesting—not less suitable. We believe in the value of new perspectives, and see the unusual suspect as an asset to the sector.
We’re honest about the match
We don’t sell roles or make things sound better than they are. Together, we explore whether there is a real match—across expectations, context, and ambition. That also requires honesty on your side.
We understand your position
Many of our team members know what it means not to fit the standard profile. We understand the tension, doubt, and ambition that come with that—and guide you through the process with care.
What our candidates say...
“Over the past year, I have grown in my leadership. I give trust where possible, but I also know exactly when to intervene. DDJ& saw that potential and gave me the confidence that this role suited me.”
“The guidance from DDJ& felt professional and at the same time personal: tightly organized, but with enough room for the individual. The good preparation gave me a solid foundation during the conversations.”
“DDJ& continued to actively reach out to me and offered flexible solutions during a busy period. It was precisely this approach that gave me the confidence to take this step and apply.”
How applying through DDJ& works
1. Getting to know each other
We start with a personal, in-depth conversation.
We take the time to get to know you—your background, your ambitions, and what drives you. Our guidance is more involved than most, allowing us to offer better advice and make more thoughtful decisions together, based on who you are and what suits you.
2. Exploring the match
If there’s a potential fit, we take a closer look together at the organisation and its context.
You’ll get an honest picture of the role, the expectations, and the wider landscape—and we make space for your questions.
3. Preparation
If you move forward in the process, we help you prepare.
We’ll talk through what to expect, the kinds of questions that may come up, and how to position yourself in a way that feels true to who you are.
4. Interviews
We actively support you throughout the interview process.
We prepare together and think things through with you. Even in the room, we keep your position and interests in mind. Although it the organisation that engages us, you’re not on your own.
5. Follow-up
Our involvement doesn’t stop once the process ends.
If you’re not selected, you’ll receive personal feedback. If you are the preferred candidate, we advise on terms of employment, learning goals, and next steps—and remain available during the first phase.
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FAQ
1. What can I expect when I apply through you?
Personal guidance and a careful process. We take the time to get to know you, are honest about opportunities and expectations, and keep you well informed throughout. You’re not just a number to us.
2. How honest are you about a role and the organization?
Very. We don’t present roles as better than they are. You’ll get a realistic picture of the position, the context, and the challenges—so you can make a well-informed decision.
3. Will I receive detailed feedback if I'm not selected?
You will always receive a personal response. We believe it’s important that you know where you stand, and we’re happy to think with you about next steps. The further you progress, the more detailed the feedback becomes.
4.How do you approach candidates who don't fit the 'standard profile'?
That’s exactly who we’re interested in. We look beyond the CV, focusing on potential, perspective, and personality. A non-traditional background is a strength, not a risk.
5. Whose side are you on in the process
We work on behalf of organisations, but take candidates just as seriously. We safeguard the balance in the process and ensure openness, care, and respect on both sides.