Application deadline: 1 July

Re-Imagine Europe is a four-year project aimed at responding to the urgent social and political challenges currently facing the continent. Rising nationalism, climate change and migration are drawing European countries apart, while technological advances continue to change the ways that we interact, urging us to explore new modes of operation. Funded by Creative Europe, the project involves the development and presentation of artistic residencies, commissions, workshops and symposia, using art to empower a generation of young, digitally connected Europeans to explore new ideas.

Re-Imagine Europe is initiated by Sonic Acts (NL) and coordinated by Paradiso (NL) in collaboration with the following partners: Elevate Festival (AT), Lighthouse (UK), Ina GRM (FR), Student Centre Zagreb / Izlog Festival (HR), Landmark / Bergen Kunsthall (NO), A4 (SK), SPEKTRUM (DE) and Ràdio Web MACBA (ES).

The main task for this internship is to assist the Project Coordinator, whose primary job is to implement, monitor, communicate and report the project’s activities.

Paradiso offers a varied work placement with an internship allowance of €200 per month for 4 days per week. In addition there are benefits, such as free access to Paradiso programs. There is an opportunity for combining this internship with a (research) assignment.

The intern needs to be based in Amsterdam or its surroundings.

Practice And Power is a major transnational festival exploring questions of negotiation, exchange and representation in contemporary collaborative arts practice happening 20-23rd June 2018. This four-day event welcomes an international community of artists, participants, community activists, thinkers, policy makers and programmers to Dublin, for the most significant dissemination moment of this four-year European project, Collaborative Arts Partnership Programme (CAPP), featuring 9 partners across 6 countries. In addition to workshops, discussion events, and networking opportunities, Practice and Power will showcase a selection of CAPP projects, share learnings from the CAPP research process and launch the CAPP project publication.

Volunteering puts you at the forefront of the festival experience and presents a valuable opportunity to see how an arts festival of this scale is managed and organised. Not only this – the voluntary community in Ireland is particularly rich, diverse and warm – and you will become part of a supportive group beyond the event, in both social and professional circles.

Volunteers are the first point of contact for the public – your role may be in ushering and stewarding, supporting event production, assisting speakers or much more. A great team spirit leads to an ideal event experience for both attendees and volunteers, and we want you to help us create a fantastic atmosphere.

The deadline for applications is the 8th of June.
create-ireland.ie/capp/call-for-volunteers

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 23 May, 5pm

Belfast Exposed are currently seeking new volunteers to join their gallery team.

Volunteers are an important and valued part of Belfast Exposed, being the first point of contact for the public visiting our gallery and bookshop. There is also opportunity for volunteers to be involved in the installation of exhibitions in the gallery. Volunteers can benefit from discounts on books, courses and offers a environment for social interaction with others passionate about photography.

If you are interested in gaining experience working in a professional gallery environment, please email Lucy at l.rehill@belfastexposed.org for an application form.

belfastexposed.org/Volunteer

Application deadline: Friday 1 June

Basic Space is a independent art organisation, based in Dublin with a programme of residencies, exhibitions, and educational events in collaboration with institutions and practitioners throughout Ireland.

Basic Space seeks to appoint a Co-Director responsible for the management, development and administration of the organisation with an emphasis on visual art and educational programming. The successful candidate will have a particular responsibility to maintain and develop collaborations with institutions and practitioners, as part of our sustainability strategy. Basic Space looks to expand its operations and continue to provide space and opportunities for artists and visual art practitioners more broadly. The ideal candidate should have the vision and ambition to craft and implement successful policies and programme as a part of a team.

This is an unsalaried position, requiring a minimum commitment of 10hrs a week. The Co-Director will be provided with work-related expenses.

To apply please provide a CV and a cover letter, discussing on your vision for Basic Space focusing on residency, visual art and education programming and development. The candidate should have a background as an artist, curator or art writer/researcher/critic but all applicants will be considered on their individual merit.

As part of our representative programme policy we would like to particularly encourage applications by disabled, LGBTQ+ and BAME candidates.

Group applications welcome.

Please send your application to basicspacedublin@gmail.com with the Ref: Co-Director App 2018

basicspace.ie/

Application deadline: Friday 1 June, 6pm

Platform Arts is currently seeking expressions of interest for the role of Co – Director. Platform was founded on the basic principle of supporting and promoting the creation of innovative contemporary art. Its mission is to actively promote the creation, presentation of and access to contemporary art through its studio, gallery and education programs.

A rolling board of voluntary directors is responsible for the running of Platform, this is drawn from both studio members and external applicants. It is the responsibility of the Directors to manage the operational, administrative, public and financial affairs of Platform Arts. Each Co-Director term lasts two years.

Platform Arts is currently seeking hands-on directors with a particular interest in, but not limited to:

• Funding for the arts
• Administration and Finance
• Studio Management

If you are interested in applying for a position as Co-Director please download the director specification and application form. Please send a PDF version of your completed form including a copy of your C.V max (2 pages) and a completed Monitoring Form to platformbelfast@gmail.com with the subject line Platform Arts Directors.

platformartsbelfast.com/vacancy-voluntary-co-directors-2018/

Closing date: 11 May, with a view to interview the following week.

An exciting opportunity to do work experience in one of Dublin’s largest auction houses. O’Reillys are offering two one month internships (one in June, one in July). The successful candidate will get experience in the full auction rotation.

The ideal candidate would be:
• Eager to learn
• Hardworking
• Organised

Desirable (but not essential)
• Experience in photoshop
• Previous admin experience
• Interest in jewellery
• An education in art/art history/business/auctioneering

Please send cv, cover letter and reference to rachel@oreillysfineart.com
Please note, this is an unpaid internship, with expenses paid.

oreillysfineart.com

Signal Arts Centre is currently seeking applications for the position of Staff Artist on a Department of Social Protection funded Community Employment Scheme. Candidates should be skilled in the area of visual art, have good communication skills and be prepared to work as part of a team. Experience in workshop facilitation and/or experience working with children would be an advantage.

If you are interested and would like to apply for this post, please contact your local Department of Social Protection Employment Services/Intreo Office to check your eligibility for this vacancy.

Send a current CV and cover letter to: Claire Flood, Signal Arts Centre, 1 Albert Avenue, Bray, County Wicklow or email: claireflood@signalartscentre.ie.

This position is only open to people who are eligible for Community Employment Scheme, i.e. over 21 years of age and in receipt of a Dept. of Social Protection payment for 12 months or more.

For information on Community Employment Schemes (CE Scheme) see: www.citizensinformation.ie/

signalartscentre.ie/

Every year, PhotoIreland Festival is made possible thanks to a great team of volunteers.

PhotoIreland Festival are looking for volunteers to:

• Aid the set up and take down of exhibitions. Nothing too laborious!
• Help out with hospitality on opening nights and events, such as talks, workshops and other events.
• Support with promotion, and also invigilation throughout the festival month.

Through the time you spend as a volunteer, you will build a knowledge of the workings of a gallery, exhibition making, and event management. You will develop your skills and contribute towards your working experience.

This opportunity would be suitable for anyone looking to hone their knowledge and skills in the arts, with a focus on photography and festivals.

PhotoIreland Festival require volunteers from end of April until the end of May, depending on what kind of help you are happy to offer. They are not looking necessarily for full-time help, but they are looking for responsible and dedicated people.

If you are interested in a particular aspect of the festival, get in touch. While PhotoIreland Festival will do our best to accommodate each person’s particular interest, the role is an all-encompassing one and they need help in all areas of festival-organisation and running.

For further details and to express your interest, contact julia.gelezova@photoireland.org with an outline of your interests, previous experience, and your availability.

For more information and application details: festival.photoireland.org/2018/

The Beat Carnival is looking for members of a Steering Group for the Carnival Arts School. The Steering Group must be between 18-25 years old and no experience is necessary, only an interest in Carnival, which might include costume, events management, branding, graphics, construction and drumming.
This is a great opportunity to work with a leading Independent Carnival Arts Company based in Belfast. The steering group members will lead on identifying activity for the Carnival Arts School. They will work with the Development Worker, Beat Staff and Specialist Artists on developing banners, flags and branding for the Carnival Arts School. They will also support delivery of the cross-community programmes and attend the Carnival Events. This is an unpaid position/opportunity.

www.beatcarnival.com/

Irish Architecture Foundation are seeking to appoint four motivated people to our Board of Directors to work alongside the current board and staff on delivering the future Strategy for Architecture and the Public.

Established in 2005, the IAF is an independent organisation dedicated to the promotion of architecture as culture. We encourage people to engage with their built environment, to inspire new ways of thinking about architecture.

We truly believe architecture has the power to improve the way we live and how we think about our built environment. By bringing people together from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, we can create a more inclusive conversation that will inspire a better-built environment for everyone.
In a few short years, we have situated architecture firmly within the cultural context, popularised it through Open House Dublin, inspired young minds through our schools programme, encouraged people to think differently about their cities and towns by creating talks and debates, communicated architecture by curating national and international exhibitions, and enhanced the practice of architecture through mutually beneficial exchanges between architects and the public.

As we embark on a strategic vision and begin to plan for the future of the organisation, IAF is looking for 4 exceptional individuals to join our Board of Directors to supplement the existing skill base. Our current board is made up of people from the architecture, arts, design, education and built environment sectors. IAF is seeking applicants to fill four vacancies on our Board of Directors. For further information on the Irish Architecture Foundation: www.architecturefoundation.ie

Job Title: Outreach and Engagement Intern
Employer: Belfast Exposed Photography
Place of work: 23 Donegall Street, Belfast, BT1 2FF
Reports to: Communications and Engagement Officer
Duration: Six months with view to extend, commencing November 2017
Salary: National Living Wage
Hours of work: 30 hours per week, Tuesday to Saturday. Flexible working including evenings will be required
Benefits: 32 days per annum (pro rata) paid holiday (including public holidays)

Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Belfast Exposed’s Outreach and Engagement Department and make a vital contribution to this long established photography organisation as part of a dynamic and committed team. With an ability to thrive in a fast paced and demanding working environment, the successful candidate will work with the Outreach and Engagement Team to provide logistical, administrative and technical support to the organisation’s outreach and engagement programmes, helping to build wider community and public interest in our work as well as providing administrative support to staff. The right candidate for this job will be someone who seeks to build a career in arts/community arts management, development and administration.

For more information please visit: belfastexposed.org/newsstory/Job_Vacancy_Outreach_and_Engagement_Intern

Deadline: Friday 20 October 2017, 4pm.

Ards and North Down Borough Council is seeking 3 voluntary members to sit on its Arts and Heritage Advisory Panel to guide, endorse and advocate for arts and heritage in the borough.

Applications are sought from people with specialties or demonstrable experience in the areas of:

• Visual arts / craft (x2)
• Heritage (x1)

 

Panel members will sit alongside five elected representatives of Ards and North Down Borough Council. They must be able to attend up to six meetings per year and be willing to discuss all aspects of arts and culture in the borough. The positions on the panel are of a voluntary nature and no payments will be made in relation to attendance at meetings.

Application forms are available now from Ards Arts Centre, email: arts@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk or telephone 028 9181 0803
www.ardsarts.com

 

MART Gallery are seeking volunteers to assist with Saturday gallery invigilation for two exhibitions running over the months of October and November 2017.

MART Gallery is located at the old Firestation on Rathmines Road and benefits from a high footfall of visitors due to our streetfacing location.
Invigilators monitor the exhibition during gallery opening hours and are onsite to greet members of the public and take note of visitor numbers. This opportunity may appeal to art students, recent graduates or anyone interested in the arts who is interested getting involved with a professional visual arts environment.

For more information and to apply please email Deirdre at deirdre@mart.ie

www.mart.ie

Carlow Arts Festival wish to appoint an enthusiastic marketing volunteer to help us develop and implement our marketing strategies. The successful candidate will be enrolled full-time in a major university or college and studying marketing or communications or will be a recent graduate. We’re looking for a driven, ambitious individual who wants to provide creative ideas in a professional context to help create a career in social media and content marketing. We provide extensive training, guidance and support, as well as the opportunity to experience the industry from the inside and gain valuable work experience. Ideally the candidate will have a creative outlook with an arts background or a strong interest in the arts; general administration experience is desirable.

Role commences in January 2018 and the organisation will work with the successful candidate to create a flexible schedule that suits both parties. The role attracts a small stipend to cover expenses.

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Open House 2017 are looking for friendly, enthusiastic and passionate volunteers for this years event.

Open House sees some of the cities’ best and well-known treasures, as well as exciting new projects, open their doors to the public over the festival weekend of 13-15 October 2017.

As a volunteer with Open House Dublin, you would be the face of the festival, engaging with architectural enthusiasts such as yourself over the festival weekend. In return for assisting us for 3-4 hours during the weekend of Open House Dublin, you will be given priority access to buildings (no queues for our volunteers) and a post-event wrap party will be thrown in your honour! (Full training and a lovely Open House vest will be provided.)

Contact Sophie at volunteers@architecturefoundation.ie to see how you can help to make Open House Dublin a huge success.
For more inforamtion please visit: openhousedublin.com/index.php/pages/open-house-dublin-needs-you

Deadline: Monday 16 October, 4pm

Young at Art are excited to announce two six month paid internships supported by Creative & Cultural Skills NI programme.
The posts are open to young people aged between 18-24 years old. Successful candidates will work 30 hours per week at a rate of £7.05 per hour.

Marketing & Audience Development Intern
The post holder will work on their professional development with a particular focus on marketing and audience development for Young at Art. Young at Art will provide access to professional sector leading marketing support via our full time Marketing Manager.

and

Events Co-ordinator Intern
The postholder will work on their professional development with a particular focus on working on events for Young at Art Events.

Interviews scheduled for w/c 23 October 2017.
For more information and to download application packs, visit www.youngatart.co.uk/who-we-are/work-with-us

Young at Art
Cotton Court, 30-42 Waring St
Belfast BT1 2ED

Artist Sue Morris (www.suemorris.ie) has been working a project that deals with dementia at Nazareth House (Bishops St, Derry~Londonderry) for the past year. She has gotten permission and insurance to open it for a few hours only on Culture Night 22nd September from 6-9.30pm. Because of the nature of the venue she needs visitors to be accompanied by a guide.

She looking to recruit 6 volunteers to take on the role of guides on the night. If you know of anyone looking for experience in visual art presentation their time would be most gratefully appreciated by the artist and would enable this very powerful and touching work to be viewed by the public.

If interested please email becca_strain@hotmail.com.