Spike Island Open Studios 2018 - Call for Volunteers

              

Every year at Spike Island, hundreds of artists and creative businesses throw open their studio doors and visitors are invited to explore their working environments. Open Studios weekend includes a programme of family friendly activities, tours, events and pop-ups by some of Bristol’s best street food traders.

We are looking for volunteers to help at various times across the weekend, including supporting artists with specific performances and projects, and helping us to inspire and assist visitors as they explore this extensive building.

Open Studios runs from Friday 4 May, 6–9pm (followed by after party until late); Saturday 5 May, 11am–5pm; Sunday 6 May, 11am–5pm; to Monday 7 May, 11am–5pm.

Volunteers must attend an induction session on Wednesday 18 April at 5–6.30pm.

For more information and to request an application form, please email our volunteer coordinator Beckie Upton: beckie.upton@spikeisland.org.uk

Voluntary Invigilator - Spike Island

Voluntary Invigilator

Part-time

Spike Island have a new expedition starting on the 29th September and are looking for a team of volunteers to invigilate.

If you are looking to gain experience within the arts, enjoy interacting with visitors and other creatives, then come and join their team of friendly volunteers. Visit their website for more information on the role and how to apply.
http://www.spikeisland.org.uk/opportunities/

Head of Programme/Exhibitions Curator - RWA

Source: www.rwa.org.uk

Full time 

Pay: £30,000 p.a.

Deadline: noon, 31st July 2017 

The RWA is seeking an outstanding individual to replace Gemma Brace as Head of Programme/Exhibitions Curator, following her recent appointment at the University of Bristol. 

The Head of Programme will lead the programme team to devise and deliver a distinctive and coherent artistic and learning programme that is international in scope and simultaneously engages with the remarkable history and cultural vibrancy of the RWA and the south west region.

As Exhibitions Curator, the post-holder will work with our Academicians, external curators, museums and galleries and private collectors in the delivery of a programme of first-class exhibitions, encompassing both contemporary and historic visual art.

Leading a team of highly professional and dedicated staff - the Learning and Participation Manager, Drawing School Manager and Curatorial Technician - the Head of Programme will oversee the development of the RWA’s ongoing vision and strategy for exhibitions, learning and outreach activities, including the RWA Drawing School. 

As a member of the Senior Management Team, the post-holder will also work with the Director to develop the strategy and delivery of the RWA’s artistic and learning programme in line with the Business Plan – with specific focus on generating increased and sustainable audience relationships and world class artistic activity. 

For further information, please download the full job description and person specification here.

Application is by CV and covering letter which should be sent by email to alison.bevan@rwa.org.ukor write to Alison Bevan, RWA, Queens Road, Bristol BS8 1PX, marking the email or envelope 'Head of Development'.  

Digital Marketing Manager - RWA

Source: www.rwa.org.uk

Pay: 24,400 pro rata

Part time: 19 hours per week

Deadline: noon, 31st July 2017 

Working within the remit of the RWA’s artistic vision, the Digital Marketing Manager will be responsible for the strategic marketing of the RWA across all digital platforms.

Responsibility includes planning, managing and delivering the digital marketing strategy for the organisation, and to work with the Marketing Manager to consolidate the RWA’s position as one of the key galleries in the region, and towards a stable and highly visible future. In addition, the Digital Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining the RWA’s profile through creative use of its own, recently redeveloped website and of social media, encouraging new audiences, deepening media relations, consolidating networks and reaching revenue targets through e-commerce, including overseeing the implementation of Shopify.

For further information, please download the full job description and person specification here.

Application is by CV and covering letter which should be sent by email to alison.bevan@rwa.org.uk or write to Alison Bevan, RWA, Queens Road, Bristol BS8 1PX, marking the email or envelope 'Digital Marketing Manager'.  

Artists' Programmes Coordinator - Spike Island

Source: www.artsjobs.org.uk

Part time (17.5 hours per week)

Pay:  £16,982 p.a. pro rata.

The deadline to apply is 5pm on Friday 16 June 2017

Interviews will be held week commencing 26 June 2017

Spike Island seeks a new member of our team to help support the artists we work with through Spike Associates, the Network for Creative Enterprise and other artists’ programmes.

The successful candidate will have knowledge and understanding of the ways artists work and make a living. You will play an important role in helping us to foster a dynamic and critically engaged community of artists and designers within Spike Island and the region.

To download a job description and for details on how to apply, please visit: www.spikeisland.org.uk/opportunities

Spike Island is an equal opportunities employer

The network is Spike Island, The Guild (Coworking Bath), Knowle West Media Centre, UWE Bristol and Watershed supported by Arts Council England and the European Regional Development Fund.        

Arts Officer - Bristol Arts Team

Source: www.artsjobs.org.uk

Part time (0.6) 

Pay: 25-30k pro rata

Deadline: 21st May 2017 

Bristol Culture is looking for someone to join them their Arts Team.

You will play an integral role in contributing to, supporting, developing and advocating for the arts sector in the city in line with the city’s Cultural Strategy and Bristol City Council priorities, ensuring Bristol continues to be one of the UK’s leading creative cities.

We are looking for a self-motivated, driven, articulate individual who has experience of arts development, provide strategic direction, oversee and monitor funding, grant funds and payments to arts organisations in the city. You will be supporting the delivery of arts programmes and projects which will include fundraising, training and reporting. A key part of the role is to offer advice and guidance to artists and organisations.

You will be required to work with a range of stakeholders, ensure that projects are delivered in accordance with council policies and priorities and to oversee budgets, develop income generation models and submit funding applications to support arts sector development. 

To apply go here.

For an informal discussion about the role call Elise Hurcombe, Senior Arts Officer on 0117 922 2716 or email her on elise.hurcombe@bristol.gov.uk

Visitor Experience Assistant - Arnolfini

Pay: £16,120 pro rata per annum

Application Deadline: 4 December 2016

Interviews will be held w/c 12 December 2016

Start date: 16 January 2017

We are seeking a Visitor Experience Assistant to join our team and help provide outstanding customer service to all Arnolfini visitors. The Visitor Experience Assistant is responsible for ensuring the smooth transaction of ticket sales and bookings for a busy box office, and for enhancing visitor experience by providing an informed and courteous point of contact for all visitors and staff.

The starting salary is offered at £16,120 pro rata per annum. Hours of work will be 28 per week, variable shifts over 7 days to include early mornings, evenings and weekends.

For more information and to apply go here:

http://www.arnolfini.org.uk/about/jobs

Programme Coordinator - Spike Island

Source: www.spikeisland.org.uk

Reto Pulfer, Ginafius (2015) Live performance. Photograph by Max McClure

Pay: £16,814-18,391 pa

Full time (35 hours a week)

Deadline: 12pm, Monday 12th September 2016. 

Interviews: week commencing 19th September 2016 

Spike Island is looking for a motivated and organised Programme Coordinator to support the Curator(s) and Director in the development and implementation of our artistic programme.

The successful candidate will play an important role in offering effective and reliable administrative support and coordinating Spike Island’s exhibitions and events programme.

You will be an enthusiastic individual with strong communication skills and an interest in contemporary art and design.

Spike Island is an equal opportunities employer.

Job description

Person specification

Application form

Please return the completed form by email torecruit@spikeisland.org.uk or by post in an envelope marked ‘CONFIDENTIAL’ to: Isabel Jones, Office and HR Manager, Spike Island, 133 Cumberland Road, Bristol BS1 6UX

Volunteer Coordinator (Materinity Cover) Spike Island

Source: www.artsjobs.org.uk

Pay: £16,814 - £18,391 p.a. pro rata, dependent on experience.

Part Time: 19hrs per week

Deadline: 5pm, 1st July

Interviews: w.c 11th July 

Contact: Isabel Jones (recruit@spikeisland.org.uk)

Spike Island is looking for a friendly, motivated and organised Volunteer Coordinator to join our lively contemporary art and design organisation, based on Bristol’s historic harbourside.

We seek an enthusiastic Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, train and support our team of volunteer gallery invigilators (currently 70 in the team.)  Volunteers play a vital role in the everyday running of the public programme at Spike Island.

The role requires someone with excellent communication and people management skills and a passion for volunteering.

This contract is offered for a minimum of six months, with possibility of extension up to twelve months.

To download an application pack please visit: http://www.spikeisland.org.uk/opportunities

Three Volunteer Opportunities at Bristol Museums and Art Galleries.

Puppet workshop (Talking Heads)

17th, 18th, 24th, 25th May and 7th, 8th June

9.30am - 3pm

The aim of these workshops is to introduce children, with little or no knowledge and understanding of art, to paintings in the permanent galleries and then deepen their engagement.  This will be done by focusing on a range of portraits, then discussing and creating ‘talking heads’ based on the people in them. There will be short performances where the characters ‘speak’ about themselves or interact with others from different portraits.

We are looking for volunteers who are confident and would be able to lead groups of children (accompanied by their teachers) around the galleries and help facilitate the workshops. You will be given time before the activities to plan which portraits you would like to work with and the staff leading the sessions will give you a full briefing of what you will need to do. You are welcome to help with as many or as few sessions as you like.

If you would like to apply for this role or find out more then please contact museum.volunteering@bristol.gov.uk

Corporate Fundraising

Immediate start

We are looking for a new volunteer to join the development team, you would be required for at least two days a week to offer fundraising support. If you have experience of office administration in a busy environment, are computer literate (Microsoft Office including Access), have excellent communication skills including a confident and diplomatic telephone manner, this voluntary role could be for you. 

Tasks include - Prospect research, Copywriting and picture research, Telephone research, Sponsorship proposals, Corporate Networking Events and general support for the Development Team.

If you would like to apply for this role or find out more then please contact museum.volunteering@bristol.gov.uk

Rachel Joyce author event

Bristol Central Library

Wednesday 11th November

5pm - 9pm

We are looking for volunteers to assist with the smooth running of an event with writer Rachel Joyce, bestselling author of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry and The Love Song of Miss Queenie Hennessey. The Event Helpers will assist in setting up the Reference Library Reading Room for the event, including moving furniture, welcoming and directing visitors at the beginning of the evening, gathering feedback at the end and then re-setting the room and tidying up. Volunteers must feel comfortable dealing with the public. Training will be provided, and helpers will be able to watch the event once their duties are complete.

If you would like to be involved then please let us know via libraries.volunteering@bristol.gov.uk

Invigilators needed for 'Death: The Human Experience'

Bristol Museum and Art Gallery launched their new exhibition last week and its already proving to be very popular.

Death Exhibition Invigilation

Bristol Museum

Inductions start next week

Flexible shifts

They are looking to build a large team of volunteers to help support our Front of House staff with invigilating the exhibition. The role will include helping explain the key objects and themes to the public as well as making sure it doesn’t become over crowded. They will give you full training and show you how to work with the more controversial areas of the exhibition.

Volunteers are welcome to work flexible hours to suit their own schedules, just let them know what you would like to offer and they can fit you in to the rota. If you would like to get involved or find out more about the exhibition then please get in contact via -museum.volunteering@bristol.gov.uk

The Museum will be starting inductions next week on a 1 to 1 basis so please specify when would be an easy time for you to come to the Museum (we will run inductions till we have a large enough team).

Thank you for your time and commitment,

Alex Hardy

Volunteering Coordinator

Bristol Culture

Programme Assistant (Learning and Participation) , Arnolfini

Source: www.arnolfini.org.uk

Pay: £19,425 (40 hours per week)

Deadline: Noon, 25th September 2015

The Programme Assistant (Learning and Participation) will be responsible for working with the Curator for Learning & Participation and Assistant Curator of Learning and Participation in developing, implementing and maintaining a programme of activities which will allow visitors to be inspired by, and engage with, Arnolfini both on and offline. 
The ideal candidate will be able to facilitate and support children and young people in their interaction with Arnolfini and its programme and ensure that key objectives are delivered on time and to budget. The Assistant will work to integrate family, children’s and young people’s work into all programme areas and across the organisation using a creative and supportive approach.

For more information and to download an application form go here. 

2 Bookshop Assistant Roles - Arnolfini

Source: www.arnolfini.org.uk

Pay: £16,120 pro rata per annum

Deadline: Noon, Friday  25th September 2016

The Bookshop Assistants are the first point of contact for visitors to Arnolfini Bookshop and are responsible for providing excellent customer service and retail assistance to all visitors. We are seeking candidates who possess a broad knowledge of the books and products available in our bookshop and who can ensure the smooth transaction of sales and stock maintenance.

Position 1

10 hours a week across two shifts

Position 2 

16 hours a week across three shifts. 

For more information and to download an application form go here.

Development Manager - Bath and North East Somerset Council

Source: www.artsjobs.org.uk

Pay: 25-30k 

Hours: 37 Hours per week (Suitable for job share)

Temporary- Maternity cover

Deadline: 24th August 2015

Supporting the development of the Roman Baths, Fashion Museum, Victoria Art Gallery, Bath Record Office and ‘City of Bath’ World Heritage Site.

You will attract external funds through fundraising campaigns, sponsorship opportunities and corporate giving schemes. Where appropriate you will work through the charitable Roman Baths Foundation when fundraising for education and conservation projects in the Roman Baths. The first task of this maternity cover post will be to fundraise for the Roman Baths Archway Centre, contributing to the development of major new education and learning facilities in the Roman Baths and a new World Heritage Centre for Bath.

You will be educated to degree level with a post-graduate qualification in a relevant discipline such as marketing, communications or project management. You will have a proven track record of attracting significant financial contributions from external sources and experience of successfully developing schemes for fundraising, sponsorship and corporate giving. You will be personally well organised with exceptional presentation and project management skills and a high standard of written English. The post is based at the Pump Room in Bath.

If you are interested in this post and require more detail after reading the job description please contact Maria Krzyzosiak on 01225 477722.

Expected interview date: Friday 4th September 2015

Volunteer Gallery Team Member: Spike Island

Source: www.artsjobs.org.uk

Deadline: 7th September 2015

Spike Island is an international centre for the development of contemporary art and design. Based in Bristol, UK, it is home to a gallery, café and working space for artists, designers and creative businesses.  A vibrant hub for production, presentation and debate, we offer opportunities for audiences to engage directly with creative practices through participation and discussion. 

Our team of Volunteers make a significant contribution to the work we do. We are currently inviting applications from individuals who would like to join our Volunteer Invigilator team. We are looking for enthusiastic people who have a keen interest in engaging with contemporary art, interacting with our visitors and a positive and helpful attitude.

Benefits of volunteering at Spike Island:

• Making a significant contribution to the work of Spike Island
• Network with other creative individuals at special social events
• Gain valuable work experience within the arts
• Enjoy exclusive exhibition previews and Q&A sessions with the artists and curators
• Invitation to talks and events
• Develop your professional skillset through tailored training
• Further opportunities to lead tours, assist with workshops and more
• Apply to longer term placements in specific fields (only offered to current volunteers)

Find out more about what our volunteer programme has to offer and fill in an application form here: http://www.spikeisland.org.uk/opportunities/

If you have any further questions, please email our Volunteer Coordinator, Beckie Upton at beckie.upton@spikeisland.org.uk

Marketing Manager Role - RWA

Source: www.artsjobs.org.uk

Deadline: Noon,Wednesday 12th August 2015

Pay: 20-25k 

Full Time

Royal West of England Academy (RWA) is seeking to recruit a Marketing Manager to join its small, dedicated team of staff.

Working within the remit of the RWA’s artistic vision, the Marketing Manager is responsible for the strategic marketing and communications of the RWA. Responsibility includes planning, managing and delivering the marketing strategy for the organisation to consolidate the RWA’s position as one of the key galleries in the region, and towards a stable and highly visible future.  In addition, the Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining the RWA’s profile through creative marketing, encouraging new audiences, deepening media relations, consolidating networks
and reaching revenue targets through visitor numbers.

Application is by CV and covering letter, to be received by noon on

Wednesday 12 August 2015

Please put in the subject box or address the envelope: Application for Marketing Manager

Email:Alison.Bevan@rwa.org.uk

Post: RWA, Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1PX

Further details and a job description can be found at www.rwa.org.uk/about/jobs-opportunities/

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Head of Visitor Services - Arnolfini

Source: www.artsjobs.org.uk

Pay: £24,425 - £29,000 doe. 40 hours per week.

Deadline: May 8th 

Based in Bristol’s Harbourside, Arnolfini is one of Europe’s leading centres for the contemporary arts. Through a visual arts-led multidisciplinary programme of exhibitions, live art, dance, music, film, poetry and literature, with a strong emphasis on learning and participation, it fosters artistic experiment and engagement.

With the support of its public stakeholders, Arnolfini is going through an exciting period of renewal. The new CEO is leading the organisation into a stable future of international artistic ambition which is firmly rooted at the heart of Bristol’s cultural offer.

Arnolfini are seeking to recruit a Head of Visitor Services to innovate and develop the visitor service offer and visitor service teams at Arnolfini, resulting in an excellent end to end visitor experience for all audiences, staff, partners and wider stakeholders.

For further information on the post and details of how to apply please call  or email recruitment@arnolfini.org.uk or download further information fromwww.arnolfini.org.uk

Application Deadline:        Noon, 8 May 2015 

Telephone Interviews:       tbc      

Full Interviews:               15 May 2015

If you require the information in alternative formats please let us know.

Arnolfini is actively working towards equal opportunities

Volunteer Evaluation Assistant - Museum of East Asian Art

Source: www.meaa.org.uk

Duration: Feb – June 2015, 2 days a week (between Tuesday – Thursday)

Location: Museum of East Asian Art, 12 Bennett Street, Bath, BA1 2QJ

Working Location: From home with regular meetings in Bristol or Bath

The position of voluntary evaluation assistant functions to support the MEAA community engagement officer in the design and delivery of a public engagement evaluation. Specifically this role will contribute to the development of a series of questionnaires, surveys and participatory evaluation activities. These evaluation processes will be rolled out at The Lunar New Year Extravaganza event and at a series of arts workshops due to be delivered in spring 2015.

For more information about the role please go here.

If you are interested in this role, please send a CV and covering letter to c.shepherd@meaa.org.uk. The Deadline is 30 January 2015. Successful candidate will be invited for an informal interview in early January.

Call for Gallery Invigilators (Paid) - ICIA, University of Bath

Source: www.artsjobs.org.uk

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Pay: 10-15k pro rata

Deadline: 9am, Monday 15th November

Interviews: 17th and 18th December 

ICIA produces an ambitious programme of visual arts and performance, as well as a full participatory programme of artist talks, seminars and workshops. ICIA’s interdisciplinary emphasis sees it working not only across art-forms but also with other academic departments of the University of Bath. Our programme attracts students, University staff, and a much wider constituency of audiences across Bath and beyond.

As we work towards the opening of the new Centre for the Arts on campus in February 2015, we are looking for a team of Gallery Invigilators to ensure the safety of the artworks and provide excellent customer service to all visitors.

Working hours will vary and Gallery Invigilators may be offered work on any day of the week (including Saturdays, Sundays and evenings). The services provided to the Gallery are on a casual basis for an hourly rate.

Further details and complete job description:www.bath.ac.uk/icia/aboutus/jobs

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter (explaining why you would like the job and how your skills and experience meet the person specification) to ICIAinfo@bath.ac.uk

You will need to be able to attend one of the interview days stated below. We are unable to interview on any other day.

Technical and Exhibition Assistants - Antlers Gallery

Source: www.antlersgallery.com

Deadline: Monday 17 November 2014 – 5pm

Salary: Voluntary

Informal Interviews: Wednesday 19 November 2014

Exhibition Dates: 28 November 2014 – 10 January 2015 [Closed for Christmas 24 December – 4 January]

Antlers are looking for volunteers to be part of their upcoming exhibition You Move Me featuring a site-specific installation by Jo Lathwood and other commissioned artists. This opportunity offers the chance to gain experience in the following areas: install, invigilation, public relations and events.

Role Breakdowns:

Technical Assistants will have a hands-on role helping with exhibition build and take down.

Exhibition Assistants will be helping when the exhibition is open. It is important you feel confident interacting with the public and talking about artworks in an exhibition context.

*Please specify if you are applying for one or both of the (above) positions in your application. 

To apply: please email (nicol@antlersgallery.com) a CV and Covering Letter (each no longer than one side of A4) indicating your relevant experience and any particular areas you want to gain experience in to: admin@antlersgallery.com.

*Please also include your availability (for example: days, evenings, weekends in November/ December/ January).

We look forward to receiving your application!