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Production Coordinator - Write and implement production schedule, budget and contingency plans for your team’s Takeover event. - Approach, confirm and coordinate venues and artists for the event. - Coordinate sound equipment and security. - Ensure that health and safety measures are in place for...
Organisation: Oxfam - Oxjam Takeover (Shepherd's Bush) Postcode: W14 0RR Contact: Anastasia Connor Email: oxjam2012.shepherdsbush@gmail.com Art form: Description: <p>Oxjam is Oxfam's month-long music festival. It runs all through October with hundreds of events around the UK.</p><p>Oxjam Takeovers are amazing multi-venue one-wristband-gives-access-to-all events have become the showcase of the year for local emerging talent.</p> <p>Oxjam Takeovers are organised by groups of volunteers, led by a Takeover Manager. Takeover Managers are appointed by the central Oxjam team. </p>
Area of volunteering: Event management How long would you need to volunteer for: May 2012 - November 2012 How often you would be required: 10+ hours per week - flexible arrangements Time of day you would be required: Evenings and weekends When can you start: May 2012 Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: Production Coordinator - Write and implement production schedule, budget and contingency plans for your team’s Takeover event. - Approach, confirm and coordinate venues and artists for the event. - Coordinate sound equipment and security. - Ensure that health and safety measures are in place for each venue. - Ensure that your event is covered by all necessary licenses and insurance.<p>For details, contact: Anastasia Connor <a href="mailto:oxjam2012.shepherdsbush@gmail.com" />oxjam2012.shepherdsbush@gmail.com</a></p>
- Design a fundraising strategy to ensure that your team hits an agreed fundraising target. This will include organising at least 3 fundraising events or activities to take place between June and September - Work with the Marketing Co-ordinator to ensure your fundraising activities in the summer a...
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: May 2012 - November 2012 How often you would be required: 10+ hours per week - flexible arrangements Time of day you would be required: Evenings and weekends When can you start: May 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: - Design a fundraising strategy to ensure that your team hits an agreed fundraising target. This will include organising at least 3 fundraising events or activities to take place between June and September - Work with the Marketing Co-ordinator to ensure your fundraising activities in the summer are well promoted, and are used to promote other events, as well as Oxjam and Oxfam more generally, as much as possible. - Investigate possible sponsorship/partnership avenues, seeking advice from Oxfam when necessary. - Work with your team manager to plan and oversee the budget for your team/event expenses and lead on fundraising activities that generate enough money to cover these costs. - Oversee ticketing and money handling procedures for your flagship event.<p>For details, contact: Anastasia Connor <a href="mailto:oxjam2012.shepherdsbush@gmail.com" />oxjam2012.shepherdsbush@gmail.com</a></p>
Oxjam Marketing Coordinator Led by your team’s manager and working within a core team of volunteers you will help to deliver the Takeover event for Shepherd's Bush. This event will take place across multiple venues on a single day, and will coordinate with events across the country on the same week...
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: May 2012 - November 2012 How often you would be required: 10+ hours per week - flexible Time of day you would be required: Evenings and weekends When can you start: May 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>Oxjam Marketing Coordinator</p> <p>Led by your team’s manager and working within a core team of volunteers you will help to deliver the Takeover event for Shepherd's Bush.</p><p> This event will take place across multiple venues on a single day, and will coordinate with events across the country on the same weekend in October.</p><p> You will be responsible for designing a marketing strategy for your team’s Takeover event and monitoring progress to ensure that your marketing is timely and effective.</p><p>For details, contact: Anastasia Connor <a href="mailto:oxjam2012.shepherdsbush@gmail.com" />oxjam2012.shepherdsbush@gmail.com</a></p>
We are looking for someone with financial and/or legal skills to contribute to and strengthen our Advisory Board. Membership of the Board does not carry any legal or finacial liability as its purpose is to advise and act as 'critical freinds' to the Directors.For details, contact andrew@octopuscolle...
Organisation: Octopus Postcode: LA13 9BD Contact: Andrew Deakin Email: andrew@octopuscollective.org Art form: Description: <p>Octopus is an artist-led not-for-profit company based in Barrow in Furness dedicated to the promotion and development of Sound Arts and New Music.</p><p> We produce the Full of Noises Festival (FON) bi-annually.</p><p> We have recently become an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation.</p>
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 4 times a year Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: Immediately Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>We are looking for someone with financial and/or legal skills to contribute to and strengthen our Advisory Board.</p><p> Membership of the Board does not carry any legal or finacial liability as its purpose is to advise and act as 'critical freinds' to the Directors.</p><p>For details, contact <a href="mailto:andrew@octopuscollective.org" />andrew@octopuscollective.org</a></p>
Wet have commissioned six of the UK’s most innovative and intriguing performers, to create work for Domestic this Brighton Festival. The Basement will be transformed into a surrealist cinematic collage of domestic rooms, and we need volunteers to guide the audience through this and ensure that this ...
Organisation: The Basement Postcode: BN1 4AJ Contact: Claire Mackay Email: claire@thebasement.uk.com Art form: Description: <p>The Basement is the region’s leading purveyor of innovative and experimental performance. Presenting a programme of leading national and international artists, The Basement is a vibrant hub for all things subversive and idiosyncratic.</p> <p> The Basement supports a thriving community of Supported Artists and runs a successful Residency programme to develop new work in the venue. </p>
Area of volunteering: Steward (event) How long would you need to volunteer for: 5 - 9 May 2012 How often you would be required: For at least three shifts during this time Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: 2 - 6pm or 6 -10pm Number of volunteers required: 12 Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>Wet have commissioned six of the UK’s most innovative and intriguing performers, to create work for Domestic this Brighton Festival. </p><p>The Basement will be transformed into a surrealist cinematic collage of domestic rooms, and we need volunteers to guide the audience through this and ensure that this intimate, one-off experience runs smoothly for both audiences and artists</p><p>For details, contact <a href="mailto:claire@thebasement.uk.com" />claire@thebasement.uk.com</a>
WHAT? The Rest Is Silence is our most ambitious project to date and will premiere at the Brighton Festival before transferring to the Riverside Studios and Northern Stage. We are looking for a team of friendly and efficient volunteers that can help us run The Rest Is Silence in Brighton. Your duties...
Organisation: Brighton Festival and Dome Postcode: BN43 6RJ Contact: Rose Wardlaw Email: rosewardlaw@gmail.com Art form: Description: "dreamthinkspeak have been quietly reinventing site-specific theatre for some years now, creating walk-through shows all over the world, from a Moscow paper factory to a hotel in Kuala Lumpur". THE INDEPENDENT</br></br> Created in 1999 by artistic director Tristan Sharps, dreamthinkspeak creates site-responsive works that interweave live performance with film and installations to create extraordinary journeys.</br></br>
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Minimum of 5 performances. Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: Between 2nd May and 2nd June Number of volunteers required: 60 Brief description of the volunteering job: WHAT?</br> The Rest Is Silence is our most ambitious project to date and will premiere at the Brighton Festival before transferring to the Riverside Studios and Northern Stage.</br></br> We are looking for a team of friendly and efficient volunteers that can help us run The Rest Is Silence in Brighton. </br></br>Your duties would include stewarding, taking the audience into the show, car parking and fire warden; these duties would rotate so all volunteers will get to experience all areas of operation. </br></br> WHEN?</br> We ask volunteers to commit to a minimum of 5 days over the course of the run. Hours would be 5pm to 11pm weekdays and 3pm to 10 pm weekends. In return we offer volunteers the opportunity to be involved in this exciting event, £4 expenses for each day and 1 free ticket to see the production.</br></br> DATES: 2 May - 8 June 2012 </br> VENUE: Malthouse Estate Warehouse, Shoreham-By-Sea </br> </br></br> HOW?</br> If you would like to become a volunteer, please contact Rose at <a href="mailto:rosewardlaw@gmail.com" />rosewardlaw@gmail.com</a> with your contact details and a cover note telling us more about you. Please note that all volunteers must be 18 or over.
•Support volunteer team recruitment, managing the volunteers and assigning tasks as appropriate •Supporting the Regional Manager to maintain records of volunteer starters and leavers, exit interviews and any other relevant information •Managing the volunteers to build relationships with local infra...
Organisation: Making Music Postcode: EC2 3NW Contact: Cheryl Bennett Email: c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk Art form: Description: <p>As the UK’s number one organisation for voluntary music, we feel passionately that the more music people make together, the healthier and happier we all are.</p> <p>With our volunteers, working with communities all over the UK, we thrive on encouraging all kinds of voluntary music groups to be part of a vibrant multi-cultural music scene.</p>
Area of volunteering: Volunteer Support How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 6 hours per week Time of day you would be required: any When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>•Support volunteer team recruitment, managing the volunteers and assigning tasks as appropriate</br> •Supporting the Regional Manager to maintain records of volunteer starters and leavers, exit interviews and any other relevant information </br> •Managing the volunteers to build relationships with local infrastructure and volunteer brokerage bodies (e.g. Volunteer Centres) to support ongoing recruitment</br> •Attending regional Volunteer Support and Management Team meetings </br></p> <p>Contact <a href="mailto:c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk" />c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk</a> for details</p>
•Supporting the recruitment of the East volunteer team, ensuring Making Music’s presence and impact in the region are as strong and effective as possible. •Managing the RST volunteers and assigning tasks as appropriate •Liaising with the Regional Manager to identify key tasks and areas of work to ...
Organisation: Making Music Postcode: EC2 3NW Contact: Cheryl Bennett Email: c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk Art form: Description: As the UK’s number one organisation for voluntary music, we feel passionately that the more music people make together, the healthier and happier we all are. With our volunteers, working with communities all over the UK, we thrive on encouraging all kinds of voluntary music groups to be part of a vibrant multi-cultural music scene.
Area of volunteering: Project management How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 6 hours per week Time of day you would be required: Any When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>•Supporting the recruitment of the East volunteer team, ensuring Making Music’s presence and impact in the region are as strong and effective as possible. </br> •Managing the RST volunteers and assigning tasks as appropriate</br> •Liaising with the Regional Manager to identify key tasks and areas of work to support the delivery of regional priorities</br> •Attending Regional Support and Management Team meetings as required</br> <p>Contact <a href="mailto:c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk" />c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk</a> for details</p>
•Managing a small team of volunteers, assigning tasks as appropriate •Communicating member queries and issues to the Regional Manager •Collating member activity statistics via team reporting, updating the Regional Manager •Keeping abreast of opportunities for Making Music and its members •Followin...
Organisation: Making Music Postcode: EC2 3NW Contact: Cheryl Bennett Email: c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk Art form: Description: <p>As the UK’s number one organisation for voluntary music, we feel passionately that the more music people make together, the healthier and happier we all are.</p> <p>With our volunteers, working with communities all over the UK, we thrive on encouraging all kinds of voluntary music groups: bands, festivals, orchestras, music clubs, choirs and individuals.</p>
Area of volunteering: Customer services How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 6 hours per week Time of day you would be required: Any time When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>•Managing a small team of volunteers, assigning tasks as appropriate</br> •Communicating member queries and issues to the Regional Manager </br> •Collating member activity statistics via team reporting, updating the Regional Manager</br> •Keeping abreast of opportunities for Making Music and its members</br> •Following up potential local partnerships for the benefit of members</br> •Attending regional Member Development and Management Team meetings as required</br> </p> <p>Contact <a href="mailto:c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk" />c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk</a> for details</p>
-Managing a small volunteer team and assigning tasks as appropriate -Overseeing regional communications (such as newsletters and e-bulletins) and ensuring they are produced to the appropriate standard -Identifying opportunities to increase the outreach and diversity of Making Music’s membership and...
Organisation: Making Music Postcode: EC2A 3NW Contact: Cheryl Bennett Email: c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk Art form: Description: <p>As the UK’s number one organisation for voluntary music, we feel passionately that the more music people make together, the healthier and happier we all are.</p> <p> With our volunteers, working with communities all over the UK, we thrive on encouraging all kinds of voluntary music groups: bands, festivals, orchestras, music clubs, choirs and individuals.</p>
Area of volunteering: Communications How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 6 hours per week Time of day you would be required: Any time When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>-Managing a small volunteer team and assigning tasks as appropriate </br> -Overseeing regional communications (such as newsletters and e-bulletins) and ensuring they are produced to the appropriate standard</br> -Identifying opportunities to increase the outreach and diversity of Making Music’s membership and working with the Regional Manager to enhance such opportunities</br> -Attending Regional Support and Management Team meetings as required (4 per year)</br></p> <p>Contact <a href="mailto:c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk" />c.bennett@makingmusic.org.uk</a> for details</p>
We are looking for up to three new Trustees with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas: fundraising, current education strategy and policy with particular regard to youth arts, communications and marketing, and finance. The Board of Trustees has formal meetings four times per ...
Organisation: OYAP Trust Postcode: OX26 6DJ Contact: Liz McCaffry Payne Email: liz@oyap.org.uk Art form: Description: <p>OYAP (Oxfordshire Youth Arts Partnership) Trust is a small Oxfordshire-based charity committed to transforming lives through creativity.</p><p> Our arts projects support some of the most disadvantaged young people in the county to develop valuable personal, social and leadership skills, build confidence, self-esteem and gain accredited qualifications.</p>
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Minimum quarterly Trustee meetings Time of day you would be required: 4-6pm When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 3 Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>We are looking for up to three new Trustees with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas: fundraising, current education strategy and policy with particular regard to youth arts, communications and marketing, and finance. </p><p> The Board of Trustees has formal meetings four times per year plus occasional awaydays and fundraising events at which our Trustees play an important part. </p><p>Contact Liz McCaffry Payne for details. <a href="mailto:liz@oyap.org.uk" />liz@oyap.org.uk</a>
Online Sales and Marketing advice for Business Plan to develop an online publishing social enterprise around showcasing talented young people and helping access to creative industries. For details, contact Steve Shaw: steve@paddingtonarts.org.uk
Organisation: Paddington Arts Postcode: W9 2BE Contact: Steve Shaw Email: steve@paddingtonarts.org.uk Art form: Description: Youth Arts Organisation, specialising in Performing Arts and Media.
Area of volunteering: Business Planning How long would you need to volunteer for: Six months How often you would be required: As available Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Online Sales and Marketing advice for Business Plan to develop an online publishing social enterprise around showcasing talented young people and helping access to creative industries. </br></br>For details, contact Steve Shaw: <a href="mailto:steve@paddingtonarts.org.uk" />steve@paddingtonarts.org.uk</a>
I am seeking a trustee who will be really interestd and excited in our charity which changes the lives of local people through the varied medium of arts and craft. The Trustee would attend quaterly meetings but also put forward, if possible, useful contacts, help and guidance on fundraising for the ...
Organisation: Arts For All Postcode: E2 7NT Contact: Caroline Barlow Email: caroline@artsforall.co.uk Art form: Description: Arts For All is a community creative centre in Shoreditch. </br></br>We run clubs and classes for disadvantaged members of the local community and aim to build their confidence through creativity.
Area of volunteering: Trustee of charity How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: A meeting once every 3 months Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: I am seeking a trustee who will be really interestd and excited in our charity which changes the lives of local people through the varied medium of arts and craft. </br></br>The Trustee would attend quaterly meetings but also put forward, if possible, useful contacts, help and guidance on fundraising for the charity. </br></br> For details, please contact Caroline Barlow on <a href="mailto:caroline@artsforall.co.uk" />caroline@artsforall.co.uk</a>
To attend committee meetings and drive the organisation forward through a period of change, including change of name, celebration of 30th anniversary, and introduction of membership schemeFor details contact Joy Hart joy@ksandw.org.uk
Organisation: Hive Postcode: BD18 3EH Contact: Joy Hart Email: joy@ksandw.org.uk Art form: Description: <p>Hive is a community arts organisation formerly Kirkgate Studios and Workshops) name changes in April 2012 providing facilities, equipment and support to individuals for personal, social, and creative development.</p> <p>Our workshop base allows access to arts equipment, and creative adult learning courses and we deliver a range of creative health, educational and environmental projects. </p>
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 6 hours per month Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: April 2012 Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>To attend committee meetings and drive the organisation forward through a period of change, including change of name, celebration of 30th anniversary, and introduction of membership scheme</p><p>For details contact Joy Hart <a href="mailto:joy@ksandw.org.uk" />joy@ksandw.org.uk</a>
We offer a range of volunteering opportunities across all areas of our charity. This includes teaching workshops, events, fundraising and support work in classes through to helping with our charity shop or cafeFor details, contact: Alex Holmes alex@spotlightuk.org
Organisation: SpotlightUK Postcode: RG24 9BP Contact: Alex Holmes Email: alex@spotlightuk.org Art form: Description: <p>We are a charity based in Basingstoke offering affordable performing arts, art and music classes and activities. </p><p>We work with children from areas of deprivation, children with special needs and children at risk of bullying or social exclusion.</p> <p>We currently have almost 400 children and young people that participate in our classes.</p>
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Flexible- can be discussed Time of day you would be required: Flexible- can be discussed When can you start: On going Number of volunteers required: Flexible Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>We offer a range of volunteering opportunities across all areas of our charity. </p><p>This includes teaching workshops, events, fundraising and support work in classes through to helping with our charity shop or cafe</p><p>For details, contact: Alex Holmes <a href="mailto:alex@spotlightuk.org" />alex@spotlightuk.org</a></p>
Performing, music, film, art, marketing, event management, organisation - everything needed to get a festival running! On June 23rd will be the inaugural It’s All Happening festival. We see the day as a festival-cum-fete affair, with lots of people putting in and lots of people getting out, full of...
Organisation: It's All Happening Postcode: W5 3AL Contact: Francesca Baker Email: itsallhappening_music@hotmail.com Art form: Description: It’s All Happening are a group of people devoted to spreading the word about good music.</br></br> Starting as a print ‘zine in 2009, we have evolved to an online blog, and in 2010 started putting on gigs and events.
Area of volunteering: Event management How long would you need to volunteer for: One-off How often you would be required: Flexible Time of day you would be required: Weekend When can you start: Event date is June 23rd Number of volunteers required: 20 Brief description of the volunteering job: Performing, music, film, art, marketing, event management, organisation - everything needed to get a festival running! </br></br> On June 23rd will be the inaugural It’s All Happening festival. </br></br>We see the day as a festival-cum-fete affair, with lots of people putting in and lots of people getting out, full of plenty of smiles, nice drinks and good times. </br></br>For details, contact: <a href="mailto:itsallhappening_music@hotmail.com" />itsallhappening_music@hotmail.com</a>
Future Cinema is recruiting and you can be part of it. This is a rare opportunity to gain great experience for anyone wanting to work in film, events or live entertainment. You will also have time to enjoy the unknown cinematic phenomenon that is Future Cinema. We are recruiting Front of House Ass...
Organisation: Future Cinema Postcode: EC2A 4QU Contact: Viviana Bianchini Email: volunteer@futurecinema.co.uk Art form: Description: Future Cinema is a live events company that specialise in creating living experiences of the cinema. Specialising in bringing events to life through a unique fusion of film, improvised performances, detailed design and interactive multimedia, Future Cinema create wholly immersive worlds that stretch the audience’s imagination. </br>Creators of the acclaimed Secret Cinema, Future Cinema run multiple events around the UK.
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: Ongoing How often you would be required: Flexible Time of day you would be required: Evenings When can you start: Between 16 March - 14 April 2012 Number of volunteers required: More than 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Future Cinema is recruiting and you can be part of it.</br></br> This is a rare opportunity to gain great experience for anyone wanting to work in film, events or live entertainment. You will also have time to enjoy the unknown cinematic phenomenon that is Future Cinema.</br></br> We are recruiting Front of House Assistants: we are looking for welcoming and enthusiastic front of house assistants to fulfill various roles at our event, including, but not limited to stewarding, box office assistance and performance.</br></br> For details contact: Viviana Bianchini at <a href="mailto:volunteer@futurecinema.co.uk" >volunteer@futurecinema.co.uk</a>
Assist in preparation of an astronomy book. Dealing with photographers, with image acquisition and with the collation of text. An exciting opportunity to ses a project through to completion and gain valuable expereince.For details, contact: hwebb@rmg.co.uk
Organisation: Royal Museums Greenwich Postcode: SE10 9NF Contact: Helen Webb Email: hwebb@rmg.co.uk Art form: Description: Largest maritime museum in the world - inlcudes the Royal Observatory and the famous Queen's House
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Twice weekly Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Open to discussion Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Assist in preparation of an astronomy book. Dealing with photographers, with image acquisition and with the collation of text. <br /><br />An exciting opportunity to ses a project through to completion and gain valuable expereince.<br /><br />For details, contact: <a href="mailto:hwebb@rmg.co.uk" />hwebb@rmg.co.uk</a>
Assist the Royal Museums Greenwich's Learning & Interpretation Team to evaluate their projects and programmes of work. Role includes audience research, data processing and report production. A great chance to gain experience volunteering alongside a dynamic and creative team. For details, contac...
Organisation: Royal Museums Greenwich Postcode: SE10 9NF Contact: Helen Webb Email: hwebb@rmg.co.uk Art form: Description: Largest maritime museum in the world - includes the Royal Observatory and the famous Queen's House
Area of volunteering: Audience development How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Weekly Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Open to discussion Number of volunteers required: A few Brief description of the volunteering job: Assist the Royal Museums Greenwich's Learning & Interpretation Team to evaluate their projects and programmes of work. Role includes audience research, data processing and report production. <br /><br />A great chance to gain experience volunteering alongside a dynamic and creative team. <br /><br /> For details, contact: <a href="mailto:hwebb@rmg.co.uk" />hwebb@rmg.co.uk</a>
We are hoping to expand our coverage of the arts around the world and would like to be able to pay contributors from the poorest countries. To this end we need to raise money and need volunteers who understand how to do this.For details contact: editor@flaneur.me.uk
Organisation: The Flaneur arts and culture journal Postcode: HR2 8DH Contact: Jonathan Powell Email: editor@flaneur.me.uk Art form: Description: The Flaneur is an arts journal based online at <a href="http://www.flaneur.me.uk" target="new window" />www.flaneur.me.uk</a><br /><br />We cover independent art and culture with volunteers reporting from around the world.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: At their convenience Time of day you would be required: At their convenience When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: We have no particular limit Brief description of the volunteering job: We are hoping to expand our coverage of the arts around the world and would like to be able to pay contributors from the poorest countries. <br /><br />To this end we need to raise money and need volunteers who understand how to do this.<br /><br />For details contact: <a href="mailto:editor@flaneur.me.uk" />editor@flaneur.me.uk</a>
The eight current trustees work closely with the Centre Manager, Volunteer Coordinator and over 90 volunteers. There are lots of exciting developments in the pipeline and we are looking for one or two more individuals who can contribute to the running of the Courthouse in terms of both time and exp...
Organisation: Otley Courthouse Postcode: LS21 3AN Contact: Dave Robson Email: yorkrobson@mypostoffice.co.uk Art form: Description: Otley Courthouse is a unique development, run by local people, in Otley, West Yorkshire. </br></br>After an eight year development period we transformed a redundant nineteenth century magistrates court into a unique ‘arts and resource centre’ for our community.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Monthly board meetings, plus further commitments. Time of day you would be required: Monthly evening meeting, with further commitments to fit availability. When can you start: March 2012 Number of volunteers required: We are looking for up to three new board members. Brief description of the volunteering job: The eight current trustees work closely with the Centre Manager, Volunteer Coordinator and over 90 volunteers. </br></br> There are lots of exciting developments in the pipeline and we are looking for one or two more individuals who can contribute to the running of the Courthouse in terms of both time and expertise.</br></br> Contact <a href="mailto:yorkrobson@mypostoffice.co.uk" />yorkrobson@mypostoffice.co.uk</a> for further details.
The charity would like advise and assistance to market its operation and is open to suggestion.Contact Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com for details.
Organisation: Kreative Vision Postcode: E4 9JH Contact: Manager Email: Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com Art form: Description: The organisation is a registered charity with an Aim to deliver Visual and Performing Art to disadvantaged people who are focused on living an Independent life after hospitalisation and isolation. Our Objective is to provide a theraputic means for the efficient recovery to assist clients in rebuilding their lives.
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: To discuss with the Volunteer How often you would be required: To agree with the Volunteer Time of day you would be required: At the convenience of the Volunteer When can you start: March 2012 Number of volunteers required: 4 Brief description of the volunteering job: The charity would like advise and assistance to market its operation and is open to suggestion.<br/><br/>Contact <a href="mailto:Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com"/>Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com</a> for details.
The charity is looking for someone to design and develop a Website. We are also looking for advice and guidance relating to selling on the internet as a means to generate income.Contact Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com for details.
Organisation: Kreative Vision Postcode: E4 9JH Contact: Manager Email: Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com Art form: Description: The organisation is a registered charity with an Aim to deliver Vuisual and Performing Art to disadvantaged people who are focused on living an Independent life after a period of hospitalisation and isolation. Our Objective is to provide a therauputic means for the efficcient recovery to assist clients to rebuild their lives.
Area of volunteering: IT How long would you need to volunteer for: To discuss with the Volunteer How often you would be required: To discuss with the Volunteer Time of day you would be required: At the convenience of the Volunteer When can you start: April Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: The charity is looking for someone to design and develop a Website. We are also looking for advice and guidance relating to selling on the internet as a means to generate income.<br/><br/>Contact <a href="mailto:Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com"/>Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com</a> for details.
Someone who is an experienced fund raiser through the process of Funding Applications and written appeals to the public and private sector. It would also be useful to have someone whose ideas generate private income such as sale of goods and services. Contact Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com for detai...
Organisation: Kreative Vision Postcode: E4 9JH Contact: Manager Email: Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com Art form: Description: The organisation is a registered charity with an Aim to deliver Visual and Performing Art to disadvantaged people who are focused on living an independent life after a period of hospitaalisation and isolation. Our Objectives is to provide a theraputic means for the efficient recovery to assist clients in rebuilding their lives.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: To discuss with Volunteer Time of day you would be required: At the volunteer convenience When can you start: March 2012 Number of volunteers required: 4 Brief description of the volunteering job: Someone who is an experienced fund raiser through the process of Funding Applications and written appeals to the public and private sector. It would also be useful to have someone whose ideas generate private income such as sale of goods and services. <br/><br/>Contact <a href="mailto:Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com"/>Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com</a> for details.
To join the Management Committee in any of the following positions: 1. Secretary 2. Vice Chair 3. Member Would like people who have retired or are near retiring age who have the time to commit to quarterly meetings to make decisions and to assist at annual events.Contact Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com...
Organisation: Kreative Vision Postcode: E4 9JH Contact: Manager Email: Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com Art form: Description: The organisation is a registered charity with an Aim to deliver Visual and Performing Art to disadvantaged people who are focused on living an Independent Life after a period of hospitalisationa and isolation. Our Objective is to provede a theraputic means for the efficient recovery to assist client to rebuild their lives.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Quarterly Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: As soon as available Number of volunteers required: 4 Brief description of the volunteering job: To join the Management Committee in any of the following positions:<br/><br/> 1. Secretary<br/> 2. Vice Chair<br/> 3. Member<br/><br/> Would like people who have retired or are near retiring age who have the time to commit to quarterly meetings to make decisions and to assist at annual events.<br/><br/>Contact <a href="mailto:Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com"/>Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com</a> for details.
Implementation and maintanance of Administrative procedure and policies. This would require the use of Microsoft Software to include: Word, Database and Publisher. A good position if would like to develop a deeper understanding of the Charity sector. Contact Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com for details...
Organisation: Kreative Vision Postcode: E4 9JH Contact: Manager Email: Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com Art form: Description: The organisation is a registered charity with an Aim to deliver Visual and Performing Art to disadvantaged people who are focused on living an independent life after a period of hospitalisation and isolation. Our objectives is to provide a theraputic means for the efficient recovery to assist clients in rebuilding their lives.
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: To discuss with candidate Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: March 2012 Number of volunteers required: 4 Brief description of the volunteering job: Implementation and maintanance of Administrative procedure and policies. This would require the use of Microsoft Software to include: Word, Database and Publisher.<br/><br/> A good position if would like to develop a deeper understanding of the Charity sector. <br/><br/>Contact <a href="mailto:Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com"/>Vision2Kreate@googlemail.com</a> for details.
Volunteers at the RNLI Grace Darling Museum welcome visitors to the Museum and shop. Our volunteers take payment for items from our shop, give visitors information and help to promote the work of the RNLI. Volunteers are able to get involved in any area of the Museum's work that interests them inclu...
Organisation: RNLI Grace Darling Museum Postcode: NE69 7AE Contact: Virginia Mayes-Wright Email: virginia_mayes-wright@rnli.org.uk Art form: Description: The RNLI Grace Darling Museum tells the inspirational story of the famous rescue of survivors from the wreck of the Forfarshire in 1838. </br></br>Grace’s story is told through personal items, including letters, family portraits and the famous coble.</br></br> The museum also features atmospheric audio-visual interpretation and a stunning model of the Longstone lighthouse.
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: As available Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 5 Brief description of the volunteering job: Volunteers at the RNLI Grace Darling Museum welcome visitors to the Museum and shop. Our volunteers take payment for items from our shop, give visitors information and help to promote the work of the RNLI.</br></br> Volunteers are able to get involved in any area of the Museum's work that interests them including with school groups and family activity sessions. For details, contact: <a href="mailto:virginia_mayes-wright@rnli.org.uk" />virginia_mayes-wright@rnli.org.uk</a>
London Mayfair Art Gallery is seeking talented art graduates, who are interested making their way into the existing world of Art Business. This internship is unpaid, however excellent opportunity for creative development grows within the art business environment that may lead to a paid role after s...
Organisation: Artspace Galleries London Postcode: W1S 1PL Contact: Laetitia Email: pssblyou@gmail.com Art form: Description: Established in Mayfair London in 2006 and quickly opening its doors in Paris, the Artspace-Galleries’ walls have rapidly become the definitive space where artists seek exposure. At the core of each gallery's vision is the unique blend of representation, promotion and networking. Our artists have consistently garnered extensive attention for their work in the contemporary arena.
Area of volunteering: Internship How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: One day per week for 3 months Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: 20 january 2012 Number of volunteers required: 3 Brief description of the volunteering job: London Mayfair Art Gallery is seeking talented art graduates, who are interested making their way into the existing world of Art Business.</br></br> This internship is unpaid, however excellent opportunity for creative development grows within the art business environment that may lead to a paid role after successful completion of the internship.</br></br> Responsibilities:</br> The role involves:</br> • Online marketing</br> • Writing new website content</br> • Brainstorming and implementing creative marketing initiatives/ plans</br> • Writing marketing campaign</br> • Reporting and analysing the market and various competitors</br> • Assisting in event organisation and management</br> • Other marketing tasks as required</br> </br></br> Requirements:</br> The ideal candidate will be:</br> • Creative and have initiative</br> • Capable of working independently</br> • Internet savvy</br> • Able to pay attention to detail and have a perfectionist’s flair</br> • Proficient in multitasking</br> • Marketing related degree</br> • Own laptop</br> • Have excellent organization and good communication skills</br> • Excellent writing skills</br> • Team Player</br> </br></br> Candidates must be able to fully commit themselves for one day per week for 3 months.</br> For details email: <a href="mailto:pssblyou@gmail.com" />pssblyou@gmail.com</a>
We need stewards to man the front of house for this exhibition. Duties will include ticket issuing and selling catalogues. If you are interested to know more, please contact Mrs C Francis: (01491) 838 449
Organisation: Dorchester Abbey Postcode: OX10 7HH Contact: Mrs C Francis Email: amy.dickenson@artsandbusiness.org.uk Art form: Description: We are holding a Don Piper exhibition within Dorchester Abbey. More details on the Abbey can be found here: <a href="http://www.dorchester-abbey.org.uk/" target="new window" />www.dorchester-abbey.org.uk</a>
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: 6 weeks How often you would be required: 6.5 days a week Time of day you would be required: Shifts are 9am- 1pm and 1pm-5pm When can you start: 21 April - 10 June 2012 Number of volunteers required: 4 a day (2 per each shift) Brief description of the volunteering job: We need stewards to man the front of house for this exhibition.</br> </br> Duties will include ticket issuing and selling catalogues.</br> </br> If you are interested to know more, please contact Mrs C Francis: (01491) 838 449
The Architecture Centre (Registered Charity) is recruiting a volunteer to work 1-2 days per week to support the Centre’s Bristol: Opening Doors project. Bristol: Opening Doors is a Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) project with additional support from the Bristol Buildings Preservation Trust and Bristol C...
Organisation: The Architecture Centre Postcode: BS1 4QA Contact: Marie Sellars Email: education@architecturecentre.co.uk Art form: Description: The Architecture Centre champions better buildings and places for people. By demonstrating the value of good design we aim to increase public awareness and enjoyment of the built environment, and stimulate demand for design excellence.</br> </br> Website: <a href="http://www.architecturecentre.co.uk" target="new window" /> www.architecturecentre.co.uk</a>
Area of volunteering: Bristol: Opening Doors Project How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: We are looking for a commitment of 1-2 days per week (Tuesday and one other weekday) to be agreed for an initial three month period. Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Application deadline: 9am, Monday 9 January 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: The Architecture Centre (Registered Charity) is recruiting a volunteer to work 1-2 days per week to support the Centre’s Bristol: Opening Doors project. Bristol: Opening Doors is a Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) project with additional support from the Bristol Buildings Preservation Trust and Bristol City Council. </br> </br> Further details about the role, project and how to apply can be found at: <a href="http://www.architecturecentre.co.uk/work-with-us" target="new window" />www.architecturecentre.co.uk/work-with-us</a></br> </br>
We are looking for a treasurer for Festival and also a Secretary. We are a small non profit organisation who's aim is to provide a four day diverse festival for the residents of Hatherleigh and West Devon. Any help is gratefully received. For details contact: susanjread@btinternet.com
Organisation: Hatherleigh Festival Postcode: EX20 3QW Contact: Susan Read Email: susanjread@btinternet.com Art form: Description: Hatherleigh Festival is a diverse Festival of music, theatre, poetry and exhibitions. Put together by the community for the community.
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: As and when is needed Time of day you would be required: Evenings When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 treasurer and 1 secretary Brief description of the volunteering job: We are looking for a treasurer for Festival and also a Secretary. </br></br> We are a small non profit organisation who's aim is to provide a four day diverse festival for the residents of Hatherleigh and West Devon. </br></br> Any help is gratefully received. </br></br>For details contact: <a href="mailto:susanjread@btinternet.com" />susanjread@btinternet.com</a>
Marketing and Communications support for TCC to maximise support for a new orchestra (patron James Morris MP) from businesses, funders, target audiences and participants. The orchestra plays light, popular, film and show music - a shake-up of orchestral playing in the region. To include gala concer...
Organisation: The Change Consortium CIC Postcode: B70 7PG Contact: Sarah Marshall Email: sarah@thechangeconsortium.org Art form: Description: TCC is a community interest company limited by guarantee. Based in Sandwell, the company is run soley by volunteers. TCC works to fill gaps in provision and services for the good of communities. </br></br>Our goal is to reduce barriers in society, increase inclusion & diversity and up-skill communities. TCC is the home of a The Mid-England Festival Orchestra Community Project.
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: As often as possible - 1 to 2 days a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: February 2012 Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: Marketing and Communications support for TCC to maximise support for a new orchestra (patron James Morris MP) from businesses, funders, target audiences and participants. The orchestra plays light, popular, film and show music - a shake-up of orchestral playing in the region. </br></br> To include gala concert event management, press releases and on-line material and ensuring their effective distribution and monitoring.</br></br> For details, please contact: <a href="mailto:sarah@thechangeconsortium.org" />sarah@thechangeconsortium.org</a>
Trustees are expected to attend quarterly Board Meetings held in Central London and an annual ‘Strategy Day’, and may also sit on one additional Board Committee, which would involve an additional time commitment. Time will also be required to study papers and attend the orchestra’s London concerts ...
Organisation: Academy of St Martin in the Fields Postcode: EC1Y 0UP Contact: Katy Jones Email: info@asmf.org Art form: Description: The Academy of St Martin in the Fields is one of the world’s leading chamber orchestras, with a strong international following and an excellent critical reputation built over the past 50 years.</br></br> Founded in 1958 by Sir Neville Marriner, the Academy performs around 100 concerts annually, including a high profile series of overseas concerts and a newly-launched London concert series.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: 3 Years How often you would be required: Regularly Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Feb / March 2012 Number of volunteers required: 2 - 3 Brief description of the volunteering job: Trustees are expected to attend quarterly Board Meetings held in Central London and an annual ‘Strategy Day’, and may also sit on one additional Board Committee, which would involve an additional time commitment. </br></br>Time will also be required to study papers and attend the orchestra’s London concerts whenever possible. </br></br> Please contact <a href="mailto:info@asmf.org" />info@asmf.org</a> for further details.
We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic volunteers aged 18+ to help us with a variety of responsibilities on the day. Whether you are interested in dance, theatre, performance, event/stage management or you are just good-natured we want to hear from you! If you're interested, then please cont...
Organisation: Yorkshire Dance Postcode: LS9 8AH Contact: Lauren Houghton Email: fresh2012@yorkshiredance.com Art form: Description: Yorkshire Dance champions the development of dance in Yorkshire. </br></br> We do so by raising standards, increasing knowledge and understanding and fostering creativity and innovation.
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: One-off How often you would be required: One full day and a couple of hours before the event Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: March 2012 Number of volunteers required: 20 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic volunteers aged 18+ to help us with a variety of responsibilities on the day.</br></br> Whether you are interested in dance, theatre, performance, event/stage management or you are just good-natured we want to hear from you!</br></br> If you're interested, then please contact: <a href="mailto:fresh2012@yorkshiredance.com" />fresh2012@yorkshiredance.com</a>
Volunteer Requirements We are looking for volunteers who wish to develop practical skills and experience within a Festival environment, we are looking for people: - from all backgrounds, at least 18 years of age - who are able to commit to a minimum of 5 shifts during the Festival - who are enthu...
Organisation: AV Festival Postcode: NE1 6QG Contact: Charlie Gregory Email: volunteers@avfestival.co.uk Art form: Description: AV Festival 12: As Slow As Possible is a Festival in slow motion. For the first time the Festival runs for a whole month from 1 – 31 March 2012.</br></br> It’s the most adventurous edition to date including over 15 major exhibitions, more than 50 film screenings and music events, weekend walks and an online radio broadcasting for 744 hours.
Area of volunteering: Festival Guides, Events and Exhibition Coordination, Technical Assistance, Promotion Assistance How long would you need to volunteer for: 1 - 31 March 2012 How often you would be required: Minimum of 5 shifts during Festival Time of day you would be required: Daytime, Evenings and Weekends When can you start: March 2012 Number of volunteers required: 70 Brief description of the volunteering job: Volunteer Requirements</br></br> We are looking for volunteers who wish to develop practical skills and experience within a Festival environment, we are looking for people:</br></br> - from all backgrounds, at least 18 years of age </br> - who are able to commit to a minimum of 5 shifts during the Festival </br> - who are enthusiastic, committed and flexible </br> - who are confident, outgoing and friendly with good communication skills</br> - know the North East region </br> - have an interest in contemporary culture and a knowledge of current contemporary art, film and music</br></br> The volunteer programme is ideally suited for those wishing to develop a career within the cultural sector or events management, to develop new skills, extend networks and contacts, improve employability or simply to meet likeminded people and ultimately be part of an exciting, creative Festival programme. We hope to provide each volunteer with a unique experience of the Festival, tailored to suit their skills, interests and passions allowing each volunteer to get the most of their AV Festival 12 experience. If you're interested, email: <a href="mailto:volunteers@avfestival.co.uk" />volunteers@avfestival.co.uk</a>
We are currently recruiting a Marketing and Development Assistant to help raise the profile of our work and support the growth of the organisation. This is an unpaid voluntary position but offers a great opportunity to build experience working within a small busy creative learning organisation whils...
Organisation: as creatives Postcode: L1 0BS Contact: Jenny Liggins Email: j.liggins@as-creatives.com Art form: Description: as creatives is an independent creativity consultancy based on Merseyside. We enable individuals and organisations to realise their full potential by promoting the concept of ‘thinking differently’ - our unique pedagogical approach to developing creativity in education. </br></br> We work in collaboration with local authorities, schools, creative and cultural organisations and community groups across the North West.
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 8 hours a week (flexible) Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: February 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are currently recruiting a Marketing and Development Assistant to help raise the profile of our work and support the growth of the organisation. </br></br>This is an unpaid voluntary position but offers a great opportunity to build experience working within a small busy creative learning organisation whilst helping to develop and implement a successful marketing programme. </br></br> For details, contact: <a href="mailto:j.liggins@as-creatives.com" />j.liggins@as-creatives.com</br>
The London Sinfonietta, the UK’s leading contemporary music ensemble, is seeking a Chair to provide leadership and direction to its Board of Trustees / Directors and to maintain high standards of governance. This non-executive voluntary position is responsible for ensuring that overall strategic ob...
Organisation: London Sinfonietta Postcode: N1 9AG Contact: Elizabeth Davies Email: elizabeth.davies@londonsinfonietta.org.uk Art form: Description: The London Sinfonietta, the UK’s leading chamber ensemble, specialises in contemporary music and cross-arts projects. Its ethos is to constantly explore and experiment with the music, commissioning and working with leading composers, conductors and artists. The organisation is committed to expanding its audience, and working closely with them as creators, performers and curators of the contemporary art events it stages.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: At least 6 evening meetings, 10 London concert attendances and other meetings (working groups) each year Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: Handover period March-June 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: The London Sinfonietta, the UK’s leading contemporary music ensemble, is seeking a Chair to provide leadership and direction to its Board of Trustees / Directors and to maintain high standards of governance. This non-executive voluntary position is responsible for ensuring that overall strategic objectives for the organisation are in place and delivered, working through the Chief Executive and management staff. The organisation is committed to exploring, commissioning and performing the world’s leading composers, conductors and artists, embracing innovation and risk-taking both on and off the platform. It continues to work to sustain its place as an essential part of the UK’s contemporary culture landscape through the development of new artistic work and its passion for engaging with audiences and offering creative learning opportunities to young people.</br></br> We would be interested to hear from anyone who feels they have the professional and personal experience required to fulfil this role, as well as an enthusiasm for the artistic mission and ethos of the London Sinfonietta. </br></br> For details contact: <a href="mailto:elizabeth.davies@londonsinfonietta.org.uk" />elizabeth.davies@londonsinfonietta.org.uk</a></br></br>
Tees Music Alliance have a number of volunteer placements created in response to the current gap which exists within the music industry for an incoming workforce with a range of practical skills. Each placement is a semi formal 'on the job' learning programme, building on your existing skills and e...
Organisation: Tees Music Alliance Postcode: TS18 1AE Contact: Cathrine Shea Email: cathrine@teesmusicalliance.org.uk Art form: Description: Tees Music Alliance has a long and thriving record in organising music events and festivals. Our speciality is to showcase the best local live music and some of the most exciting bands touring at the moment. Behind the scenes is a mix of exciting creative and participatory activities for all to get involved.
Area of volunteering: Individually Tailored Opportunites available How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 6 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months Time of day you would be required: Volunteer Led When can you start: On-going Number of volunteers required: 23 Brief description of the volunteering job: Tees Music Alliance have a number of volunteer placements created in response to the current gap which exists within the music industry for an incoming workforce with a range of practical skills. </br></br> Each placement is a semi formal 'on the job' learning programme, building on your existing skills and experience and creating new opportunities into a competitive industry.</br></br> <strong>Contact <a href="mailto:cathrine@teesmusicalliance.org.uk" />cathrine@teesmusicalliance.org.uk</a> for details</strong>
The RNLI Grace Darling Museum is looking for engaging volunteers to join our team welcoming members of the public to the Museum. Volunteers are also be asked to serve customers in our shop and provide our visitors with a variety of information on Grace Darling and the surrounding area. Volunteers ...
Organisation: RNLI Grace Darling Museum Postcode: NE69 7AE Contact: Virginia Mayes-Wright Email: Virginia_Mayes-Wright@rnli.org.uk Art form: Description: The RNLI Grace Darling Museum tells the story of the Northumbrian heroine who saved the lives shipwrecked mariners from the Forfarshire in 1838. </br></br> The Grace Darling Museum is part of the RNLI Heritage Trust, a subsidiary charity of the RNLI.</br></br>
Area of volunteering: Museum Assistant How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: ½ day a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: Five Brief description of the volunteering job: The RNLI Grace Darling Museum is looking for engaging volunteers to join our team welcoming members of the public to the Museum. Volunteers are also be asked to serve customers in our shop and provide our visitors with a variety of information on Grace Darling and the surrounding area. </br></br> Volunteers also have the opportunity to work with visiting school and coach parties, as well as supporting Museum staff at events.</br></br> Volunteers are provided with training at all stages of their role. For further info and application details phone 01668 214910 or email <a href="mailto:askgracedarling@rnli.org.uk" />askgracedarling@rnli.org.uk</a>
We are looking for a volunteer who will help us keep the information we hold on members accurate and up to date, and ensure the Membership Services Team runs efficiently and smoothly. The Membership Volunteer will help process our annual membership renewals (particularly during the busy period of...
Organisation: Making Music Postcode: EC2A 3NW Contact: Sarah Rogers Email: sarah@makingmusic.org.uk Art form: Description: Making Music is the UK’s number one organisation for voluntary music.</br></br> Our members – 3,000 and growing – come to us for the expert help they need to set up, run and develop music groups in their communities.
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: Minimum 3 months How often you would be required: 1 day a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are looking for a volunteer who will help us keep the information we hold on members accurate and up to date, and ensure the Membership Services Team runs efficiently and smoothly. </br></br> The Membership Volunteer will help process our annual membership renewals (particularly during the busy period of December to February), working with our databases to ensure the information we hold on members is accurate and up to date. The Membership volunteer will also handle queries about membership and subscriptions and liaise with members to make sure we meet their needs. </br></br> Further info and application details at <a href="http://www.makingmusic.org.uk/volunteers" target="new window" />www.makingmusic.org.uk/volunteers</a>
Impetuous Kinship is ready to move into an exciting new phase of delivering work. To do this we are now ready to become a registered charity. We need someone who can help guide us through this process and the legal issues that are connected. Impetuous Kinship is already a not-for-profit limited comp...
Organisation: Impetuous Kinship Postcode: RM19 1LA Contact: Daryl Branch Email: daryl@impetuouskinship.co.uk Art form: Description: Impetuous Kinship is an award-winning theatre company based in Thurrock, Essex. </br> </br> We tour work, work with young people and deliver community arts projects.
Area of volunteering: Becoming a Charity How long would you need to volunteer for: 24 hours of time How often you would be required: To be agreed Time of day you would be required: Flexible to needs When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Impetuous Kinship is ready to move into an exciting new phase of delivering work. To do this we are now ready to become a registered charity. </br></br>We need someone who can help guide us through this process and the legal issues that are connected. Impetuous Kinship is already a not-for-profit limited company.
We are looking for someone with a sound understanding of the business and corporate world who can help us develop our ideas and plans and formalise them into a strategic plan that can help us to to deliver a corporate training programme.
Organisation: Blue Elephant Theatre Postcode: SE5 0XT Contact: Stuart Cox Email: stuart@blueelephanttheatre.co.uk Art form: Description: The Blue Elephant is a small fringe theatre in the heart of its local community in Camberwell South London.</br> </br> It also has a thriving education and outreach programme.
Area of volunteering: Business Planning How long would you need to volunteer for: To be agreed How often you would be required: 24 hours to be agreed Time of day you would be required: Flexible according to needs When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are looking for someone with a sound understanding of the business and corporate world who can help us develop our ideas and plans and formalise them into a strategic plan that can help us to to deliver a corporate training programme.
You must have computer and administration skills; communication skills, both written and verbal along with an interest in the arts and creativity.
Organisation: Rhythmix Postcode: BN1 3XG Contact: Rachael Casoria Email: rachael@rhythmixmusic.org.uk Art form: Description: Rhythmix is one of the UK’s leading music charities, delivering a large range of music making opportunities for young people across the South East region. Since 1999, Rhythmix has worked with more than 40,000 young people, enabling their creative activity through music and developing their personal and social skills.
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: Reviewed after 1 month How often you would be required: Flexible Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: January 2012 Number of volunteers required: N/A Brief description of the volunteering job: You must have computer and administration skills; communication skills, both written and verbal along with an interest in the arts and creativity.
For our online Kent Photo Library, we are looking for team member(s) to help with pictures description (metadata, keywords...) to be embed in picture files. A necessary process so images can be found when users search the database.
Organisation: Kent Creative Arts Postcode: ME13 7BE Contact: Nathalie Banaigs Email: nathalie@kentcreativearts.co.uk Art form: Description: Art organisation aiming at bringing together people, public space and art through community photography. </br></br> We are about to launch the Kent Photo Library, a community photo library offering contemporary photographs of Kent, taken by both amateur and professional photographers, made available at affordable prices to image users.
Area of volunteering: Archiving How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: At least 2 days a week Time of day you would be required: Anytime When can you start: January 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: For our online Kent Photo Library, we are looking for team member(s) to help with pictures description (metadata, keywords...) to be embed in picture files. A necessary process so images can be found when users search the database.
For our Kent Photo Library (http://www.kentphotolibrary.org), with launch planned in February 2012. The library is live online and we are looking into marketing it to potential users. Work will include looking for potential users (businesses for rights managed images) and individuals for prints.
Organisation: Kent Creative Arts CIC Postcode: ME13 7BE Contact: Nathalie Banaigs Email: nathalie@kentcreativearts.co.uk Art form: Description: Art organisation aiming at bringing together people, public space and art through community photography. </br></br> We are about to launch the Kent Photo Library, a community photo library offering contemporary photographs of Kent, taken by both amateur and professional photographers, made available at affordable prices to image users.
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 days a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: December 2011 - January 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 to 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: For our Kent Photo Library (<a href="http://www.kentphotolibrary.org" target="new window" />http://www.kentphotolibrary.org</a>), with launch planned in February 2012. The library is live online and we are looking into marketing it to potential users. </br></br> Work will include looking for potential users (businesses for rights managed images) and individuals for prints.
For our 365 Year in the Life, community photography project designed to record a year in the life of Canterbury/Faversham/Sheppey during the course of 2011 through 365 photographs taken by the residents. Contacting local businesses and individuals to sign up to our sponsorship schemes.
Organisation: Kent Creative Arts CIC Postcode: ME13 7BE Contact: Nathalie Banaigs Email: nathalie@kentcreativearts.co.uk Art form: Description: Kent Creative Arts Community Interest Company is a not-for-profit art organisation aiming at bringing together people, public space and art through community photography. Our projects are meant to increase community cohesion and participation in the arts, helping grow and improve relations and understanding of the places we live in.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: 6 months How often you would be required: 2 days per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: December 2011 Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: For our 365 Year in the Life, community photography project designed to record a year in the life of Canterbury/Faversham/Sheppey during the course of 2011 through 365 photographs taken by the residents. </br></br> Contacting local businesses and individuals to sign up to our sponsorship schemes.
Escape are looking for a recently retired Accountant who is keen to continue to use their knowledge and specialist skills as the Financial trustee of the Charity. A background in charitable accounts would be desirable.
Organisation: Escape Community Arts Postcode: CV37 6RN Contact: Cathryn Ravenhall Email: kandyjane@hotmail.co.uk Art form: Description: <p>Escape is a charity based in Stratford Upon Avon which provides participatory arts activities across Warwickshire. It runs core and commissioned projects, for young people and adults.</p> <p> Activities are aimed at the “vulnerable and isolated” members of the community, and at encouraging participants to move on to seek further training or employment. </p> <p> <a href="http://www.escapeworkshop.co.uk/" target="new window" >http://www.escapeworkshop.co.uk/</a></p>
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: 1 to 2 years How often you would be required: Trustees Meeting bi-monthly Financial Management 2hrs per week, if avaialbility and interest permit addition support with auditing general day to day financial systems would be very welcome. Time of day you would be required: Trustee Meetings Tuesday evenings and 2hrs per week time to be negoitated When can you start: January to March 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Escape are looking for a recently retired Accountant who is keen to continue to use their knowledge and specialist skills as the Financial trustee of the Charity.</br> A background in charitable accounts would be desirable.
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: 1 to 2 years How often you would be required: Trustees Meeting bi-monthly Financial Management 2hrs per week, if avaialbility and interest permit addition support with auditing general day to day financial systems would be very welcome. Time of day you would be required: Trustee Meetings Tuesday evenings and 2hrs per week time to be negoitated When can you start: January to March 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Escape are looking for a recently retired Accountant who is keen to continue to use their knowledge and specialist skills as the Financial trustee of the Charity.</br></br> A background in charitable accounts would be desirable.
To mentor the Business Manager to assist them to explore potential new sources of funding and look at the breath of business development.
Organisation: Escape community Arts Postcode: CV37 6RN Contact: Cathryn Ravenhall Email: kandyjane@hotmail.co.uk Art form: Description: <p>Escape is a charity based in Stratford Upon Avon which provides participatory arts activities across Warwickshire. It runs core and commissioned projects, for young people and adults.</p> <p> Activities are aimed at the “vulnerable and isolated” members of the community, and at encouraging participants to move on to seek further training or employment. </p> <p> <a href="http://www.escapeworkshop.co.uk/" target="new window" >http://www.escapeworkshop.co.uk/</a></p>
Area of volunteering: Business Planning How long would you need to volunteer for: 3 months How often you would be required: 2hrs bi-weekly Time of day you would be required: Mondays or Tuesday am/pm or any weekday evening When can you start: January or February 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: To mentor the Business Manager to assist them to explore potential new sources of funding and look at the breath of business development.
1) Being active in the gallery support group 2) Assisting artists in workshops / shadowing artists 3) Invigilation and helping maintain the space 4) Marketing and Publicity, Distribution, online promotion - blogs / website etc. 5) Taking part in the gallery programme and events 6) Administration. In...
Organisation: Usurp Art Galllery & Studios Postcode: HA1 4DZ Contact: Neeta Mistry Email: neeta@usurp.org.uk Art form: Description: Usurp is a not for profit art collective. It develops opportunities for communities to work with artists and activists from diverse backgrounds. Open to experimental ideas in all media, we support artists to collaborate in research and action, and actively encourage a wide range of audiences to participate in the creation of artworks that challenge conformity, prejudice and discrimination.
Area of volunteering: To be an active volunteer in all aspects of artist support, marketing, stewarding - to become part of the gallery group How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1 x week + more Time of day you would be required: Weekend When can you start: Immediately Number of volunteers required: As many as possible! Brief description of the volunteering job: 1) Being active in the gallery support group</br> 2) Assisting artists in workshops / shadowing artists</br> 3) Invigilation and helping maintain the space</br> 4) Marketing and Publicity, Distribution, online promotion - blogs / website etc.</br> 5) Taking part in the gallery programme and events</br> 6) Administration. In return for active volunteering, there is an accredited training scheme for volunteers and the opportunity to exhibit / perform / put on your own events / support for starting your own group
To help create a practical marketing strategy identifying clear-cut priorities and a proposed 2 year action plan
Organisation: CoMA Contemporary Music for All Postcode: E1 6LA Contact: Ella Jarman-Pinto Email: admin@coma.org Art form: Description: CoMA (Contemporary Music for All) is dedicated to involving amateurs in contemporary music and in partnership with professional musicians to bring new music to wider audiences. We commission leading and emerging composers to write artistically challenging music suited to the technical abilities of amateur ensembles. We run contemporary music ensembles throughout the UK, music events and an international Summer School.
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: 2 or 3 months How often you would be required: Average 1 day per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: To help create a practical marketing strategy identifying clear-cut priorities and a proposed 2 year action plan
To research funding opportunities and match these against the range of current and planned CoMA activities
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: 2 or 3 months How often you would be required: 1 day per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: To research funding opportunities and match these against the range of current and planned CoMA activities
Bookkeeping (using the MYOB accounting systems on our office based macs )
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: Preferably at least one year, potentially ongoing How often you would be required: On average 1/2 day a week Time of day you would be required: Preferably daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Bookkeeping (using the MYOB accounting systems on our office based macs )
To raise money from variety of initiatives • Corporate products • Public fun days • Schools fun days
Organisation: Jump4London Postcode: E8 41P Contact: Clare Newton Email: Jump4London@gmail.com Art form: Description: Uniting people to celebrate London 2012 using art as a phenomenon
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: 8 months How often you would be required: 2-3days per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Immediately Number of volunteers required: 4 Brief description of the volunteering job: To raise money from variety of initiatives </br> </br> • Corporate products</br> • Public fun days</br> • Schools fun days</br> </br>
Assisting Animate Projects with its strategy as it seeks ways of raising funds to continue its work without revenue support. We are particularly keen on bringing someone into our small team who can offer support with approaching potential corporate supporters and assisting us to organise a fundraisi...
Organisation: Animate Projects Postcode: SE1 1NL Contact: Abigail Addison Email: abigail@animateprojects.org Art form: Description: Animate Projects champions artistic experiment and innovation in animation, helping artists to make work, and ensuring that a wide public can readily engage with that work online.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Twice monthly Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: 1 December 2012 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Assisting Animate Projects with its strategy as it seeks ways of raising funds to continue its work without revenue support. We are particularly keen on bringing someone into our small team who can offer support with approaching potential corporate supporters and assisting us to organise a fundraising auction and event.
The National Maritime Museum's Membership Dept raises funds by recruiting visitors to join as Members, in return Members enjoy exclusive benefits. Your contribution as a departmental volunteer would be to provide support with general office duties. You'd be helping at an exciting time of change an...
Organisation: National Maritime Museum Postcode: SE10 9NF Contact: Helen Webb Email: hwebb@nmm.ac.uk Art form: Description: The National Maritime Museum in Greenwich is the world's largest maritime museum.
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 days per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Following success at interview Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: The National Maritime Museum's Membership Dept raises funds by recruiting visitors to join as Members, in return Members enjoy exclusive benefits. Your contribution as a departmental volunteer would be to provide support with general office duties. You'd be helping at an exciting time of change and expansion.
Having completed the first phase of our arts business start-up which included establishing an award winning workshop programme, a £50,000 refurbishment of our studio and a 2 year audience development campaign, we are now looking for an accountant to join our team to help with the next phase of the b...
Organisation: The Papered Parlour Postcode: SW4 6BS Contact: Claire Heafford Email: claire@thepaperedparlour.co.uk Art form: Description: The Papered Parlour is an independent artist studios and teaching space in Clapham. As well as hosting an award winning adult programme of art and design workshops for the general public, the organisation also specialises in running dynamic public arts events. Recent collaborations include V&A Museum of Childhood, The Science Museum and London Design Festival.
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Once per month Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: December 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Having completed the first phase of our arts business start-up which included establishing an award winning workshop programme, a £50,000 refurbishment of our studio and a 2 year audience development campaign, we are now looking for an accountant to join our team to help with the next phase of the businesses development. This will include assisting in the writing of a 5 year business plan, cash-flow forecasting and feeding into a fundraising strategy.
SoundThread is an anthropological music organisation. We're about to approach some significant players within the business sector and its an amazing opportunity for a professional, graduate or student to have there work shown to heads of businesses like Rolls Royce in the UK and MTN mobile communica...
Organisation: SoundThread Postcode: M4 5JZ Contact: Sam Jones Email: sam@soundthread.org Art form: Description: SoundThread aims to enrich lives and to restore self-worth and hope by advocating equality in creative opportunities. At SoundThread we discover and produce niche music types from around the world, making this available for both music-fans/artists and publishing and licensing agents. We are an online global music hub incorporating a catalogue of music and artist community stories.
Area of volunteering: Digital Animator How long would you need to volunteer for: One-off How often you would be required: Once Time of day you would be required: Flexible When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: SoundThread is an anthropological music organisation. We're about to approach some significant players within the business sector and its an amazing opportunity for a professional, graduate or student to have there work shown to heads of businesses like Rolls Royce in the UK and MTN mobile communications in Africa.
We require an Honorary Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. Would suit a current or retired accountant. We already have a volunteer bookkeeper in place. There is a Centre Manager and four other employees.
Organisation: Cranleigh Arts Centre Postcode: GU6 8AS Contact: Rosemary French Email: chair@cranleighartscentre.org Art form: Description: Located near Guildford, Cranleigh Arts Centre is a well governed, well managed and financially stable arts centre. 85% of income comes from trading activities - ticket sales, workshops, room hire and bar and coffee bar sales.
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: Maximum 8 years, minimum four years How often you would be required: Two monthly board meetings and AGM plus about twodays work a month preparing for financial reprot to board Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: January 2012 or sooner Number of volunteers required: One Brief description of the volunteering job: We require an Honorary Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. Would suit a current or retired accountant. We already have a volunteer bookkeeper in place. There is a Centre Manager and four other employees.
Studio 106 Art Gallery is seeking a volunteer to help with fund-raising for the gallery. This includes supporting the gallery director and in developing and running the financial and budgeting plan, for the exhibitions program and all other areas of the gallery’s activities. Due to the relaunch of...
Organisation: Studio106 Art Gallery Postcode: SW6 7EG Contact: Dusanka Marsenic Email: d.m@studio106artgallery.org Art form: Description: Studio 106 Art Gallery is a gallery and education center that aims to provide a platform for young artists at an early stage in their creative development. Studio 106 Art Gallery provides the space for young people to achieve recognition for their creative potential and develop their creative skills.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2-3 days a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: 1 Nov 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Studio 106 Art Gallery is seeking a volunteer to help with fund-raising for the gallery. This includes supporting the gallery director and in developing and running the financial and budgeting plan, for the exhibitions program and all other areas of the gallery’s activities. Due to the relaunch of Studio 106 Art Gallery, the amount of activity in the gallery is expected to grow dramatically over the next 1- 2 years but the role will initially involve developing and establishing many systems within the gallery from the ground. </br></br> Fund-raising is a only way of financing the gallery, and is the only way of making the gallery sustainable.</br></br> The role also includes being part of the exhibitions programming committee for the gallery and helping to decide on the exhibition program for the next 12 months.</br></br> This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a committed person to be involved in defining the direction of the gallery in the near future.</br></br>
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2-3 days a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: 1 Nov 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Studio 106 Art Gallery is seeking a volunteer to help with fund-raising for the gallery. This includes supporting the gallery director and in developing and running the financial and budgeting plan, for the exhibitions program and all other areas of the gallery’s activities. Due to the relaunch of Studio 106 Art Gallery, the amount of activity in the gallery is expected to grow dramatically over the next 1- 2 years but the role will initially involve developing and establishing many systems within the gallery from the ground. </br></br> Fund-raising is a only way of financing the gallery, and is the only way of making the gallery sustainable.</br></br> The role also includes being part of the exhibitions programming committee for the gallery and helping to decide on the exhibition program for the next 12 months.</br></br> This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a committed person to be involved in defining the direction of the gallery in the near future.
We are seeking an accountant as Treasurer and Trustee who will be responsible for the proper financial management of the charity and part of a friendly, committed and experienced volunteer committee. A detailed job description is available.
Organisation: Proms at St.Jude's Postcode: NW117NS Contact: Niamh O'Donnell-Keenan Email: nodk@hampsteadway.co.uk Art form: Description: In its 20th year, Proms at St Jude’s (www.promsatstjudes.org.uk).runs an annual 9 day summer music festival in Hampstead Garden Suburb. Run by a committee of volunteers,Proms raised £60k in 2011 for its two target charities, Toynbee Hall and the North London Hospice. </br></br>About 5,000 attended this year’s events and over 100 local volunteers were involved during the festival. .
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1-2 days per month Time of day you would be required: Monthly morning meeting - other work can be done at any time When can you start: Immediately Number of volunteers required: One Brief description of the volunteering job: We are seeking an accountant as Treasurer and Trustee who will be responsible for the proper financial management of the charity and part of a friendly, committed and experienced volunteer committee. A detailed job description is available.
Voluntary stewards to help with Front of House for our Winter Festival. Duties include programme selling, ticket checking, all aspects of Health and Safety for our audiences to give the best possible Festival experience.
Organisation: Spitalfields Music Postcode: E1 6AA Contact: Helen Bailey Email: volunteers@spitalfieldsmusic.org.uk Art form: Description: Spitalfields Music creates live music experiences in Spitalfields through performances, learning and participation. Everything we do is inspired by the spirit of the area, its people and their global and local influences. </br></br> Taking live music as our core, we explore music, performance, its artists and our communities. We run two festivals a year.
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: Various times between 10-20 December and again in June 2011 How often you would be required: At least 3 events (variable times) Time of day you would be required: Day, evening or weekend When can you start: Briefing evening on Monday 5 December Number of volunteers required: Approximately 10-20 over various dates Brief description of the volunteering job: Voluntary stewards to help with Front of House for our Winter Festival. Duties include programme selling, ticket checking, all aspects of Health and Safety for our audiences to give the best possible Festival experience.
I'm looking to develop and action a 5 year plan running as a 'not for profit' business focussing on social enterprise and building international profile. I have 22 years experience as an sole trader with a strong international creative network- but want to established a new collaborative business...
Organisation: SAFE Postcode: SE18 1PG Contact: Mah Rana Email: dearmah@yahoo.com Art form: Description: SAFE is a forward thinking and reflective platform dedicated to the promotion and selling of art jewellery within established commercial environments. Art jewellery generates and responds to issues, ideas and questions that emerge as part of life– and that reflect the needs and mindset of an aware audience subjected to continuous global and social change.
Area of volunteering: mentoring How long would you need to volunteer for: November 2011 for 1 year How often you would be required: One meeting per month, with online contact fornightly Time of day you would be required: Flexible When can you start: Ideally November 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: I'm looking to develop and action a 5 year plan running as a 'not for profit' business focussing on social enterprise and building international profile. </br></br> I have 22 years experience as an sole trader with a strong international creative network- but want to established a new collaborative business venture- that is underpinned by both creative and commercial strategies.
The majority of volunteers support us before and during performances by: •Stewarding •Taking Tickets •handing out programmes •Ensuring people are happily seated
Organisation: The Pound Arts Trust Limited Postcode: SN13 9HX Contact: Martin Campbell Email: martin.campbell@poundarts.org.uk Art form: Description: The Pound arts centre, the arts hub for north Wiltshire, offers a year round programme of performances, films, workshops, exhibtions and resident youth theatre. </br></br> Providing opportunities for all people to experience, enjoy and engage with the arts.
Area of volunteering: Steward (event) How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Between 5 and 10 times per four month arts centre season Time of day you would be required: Mornings and evenings When can you start: Immediately Number of volunteers required: Ongoing Brief description of the volunteering job: The majority of volunteers support us before and during performances by:</br></br> •Stewarding </br> •Taking Tickets </br> •handing out programmes </br> •Ensuring people are happily seated </br>
We need an IT MOT! We have just two computers but muddle along knowing there MUST be a more efficient way of using our computers... we need help with excel, software packages, and general advice on what would be best for our organisation
Organisation: Great Northern Events NW Ltd Postcode: M20 6BJ Contact: Ann-Marie Franey Email: ann-marie@greatnorthernevents.co.uk Art form: Description: GNE is a not for profit org run by two very hands on women. We organise the award winning Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair at Spinningfields in Manchester.
Area of volunteering: IT How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Occasionally Time of day you would be required: Whenever convenient; we are flexible When can you start: Nov 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We need an IT MOT! We have just two computers but muddle along knowing there MUST be a more efficient way of using our computers... we need help with excel, software packages, and general advice on what would be best for our organisation
We are a two person organisation and need help and advice with our fundraising needs to help us towards becoming self sustaining. We need strategic advice and practical help.
Organisation: Great Northern Events NW LTd Postcode: M20 6BJ Contact: Ann-Marie Franey Email: ann-marie@greatnorthernevents.co.uk Art form: Description: GNE is a not for profit and organise the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair in Manchester 20 - 23 October 2011 <a href="http://www.greatnorthernevents.co.uk" target="new window" />www.greatnorthernevents.co.uk</a>
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Ad hoc Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Nov 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 or 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are a two person organisation and need help and advice with our fundraising needs to help us towards becoming self sustaining. We need strategic advice and practical help.
Vols are needed to help with set up and general stewarding during the pubic open days of the GNCCF, and then breakdown on the evening of 23 October. Duties include assisting exhibitors, directing visitors, front of house, house-keeping, leafleting in the run up to the event. We also need some adm...
Organisation: Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair/Great Northern Events Postcode: M20 6BJ Contact: Ann-Marie Franey Email: ann-marie@greatnorthernevents.co.uk Art form: Description: We are a not for profit and organise the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair at Spinningfields, Manchester. </br></br> Now in its 4th year it will showcase 140 designer makers who will be selling their work direct to the public.
Area of volunteering: Exhibition set up How long would you need to volunteer for: 19 - 23 October 2011 or part of How often you would be required: At least four hours Time of day you would be required: Weekend When can you start: We have several shifts from 19 - 23 Oct 2011 Number of volunteers required: 50 Brief description of the volunteering job: Vols are needed to help with set up and general stewarding during the pubic open days of the GNCCF, and then breakdown on the evening of 23 October. Duties include assisting exhibitors, directing visitors, front of house, house-keeping, leafleting in the run up to the event.</br></br> We also need some admin help in the days leading up to the fair
With support from Centre staff you would be responsible for daily set up / close down of exhibition, welcoming visitors, dealing with enquiries (in person and on the telephone), updating the information area and ensuring that the gallery is well-presented. There will also be the opportunity to becom...
Organisation: The Architecture Centre Postcode: BS1 4QA Contact: Alice Murdoch Email: centre@architecturecentre.co.uk Art form: Description: The Architecture Centre champions better buildings and places for people. By demonstrating the value of good design we aim to increase public awareness and enjoyment of the built environment, and stimulate demand for design excellence. </br></br> Website: <a href="http://www.architecturecentre.co.uk" target="new window" />www.architecturecentre.co.uk</a>
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: You need to be able to commit to at least one regular shift each week, for a minimum of 3 months. Shifts are as follows: Weds, Thurs, Fri: 10.45-2 or 2-5.15; Sat: 11.45-2.45, 2.15-5.15. Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: October/November 2011 Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: With support from Centre staff you would be responsible for daily set up / close down of exhibition, welcoming visitors, dealing with enquiries (in person and on the telephone), updating the information area and ensuring that the gallery is well-presented. There will also be the opportunity to become involved in other areas of the Centre’s work such as exhibition research, marketing and website updating.</br></br> This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in an arts / gallery context and to become involved in the wide-ranging work of the Centre.
With support from Centre staff you will be responsible for developing a collection of images, factual information and oral histories about buildings within Bristol to include together as a Bristol: Opening Doors resource collection. Depending on your interest / skills you will have the opportunity ...
Organisation: The Architecture Centre Postcode: BS14QA Contact: Marie Sellars Email: education@architecturecentre.co.uk Art form: Description: The Architecture Centre champions better buildings and places for people. By demonstrating the value of good design we aim to increase public awareness and enjoyment of the built environment, and stimulate demand for design excellence. </br></br>Website: <a href="http://www.architecturecentre.co.uk" target="new window" />www.architecturecentre.co.uk</a>
Area of volunteering: Research How long would you need to volunteer for: You need to be able to commit to regular sessions, roughly 15 over the year, until November 2012. How often you would be required: One session per fortnight (minimum), mainly on a Tuesday. Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Autimn 2011 Number of volunteers required: 5 Brief description of the volunteering job: With support from Centre staff you will be responsible for developing a collection of images, factual information and oral histories about buildings within Bristol to include together as a Bristol: Opening Doors resource collection. Depending on your interest / skills you will have the opportunity to develop and learn new skills in local heritage, photography, sound recording and new media. There is also the chance to become involved in education and community events and other areas such as marketing and website updating. </br></br> This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in local history / heritage and to be an advocate for this important project.
High level, skilled and resourceful administrator required, working with Music Director. Able to initiate, develop and maintain efficient management systems and databases ensuring the smooth running of the entire operation, including organising and distributing publicity materials. Mainly home based...
Organisation: London Musical Arts Orchestra Postcode: NW8 8LY Contact: John Landor Email: john.landor@gmail.com Art form: Description: Orchestra based at St Martin-in-the-Fields, Trafalgar Square, London. Per annum: 25 evening concerts, some including 'Meet the Music' audience interval event. 11 'Mini Maestro' family concerts. Mission: To inspire our audiences, both young and old, with a fresh sense of discovery and delight in the great music we perform. Promoted by Registered Charity 'Henry Wood Chamber Orchestra'. Director: John Landor.
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 - 3 days per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Immediately Number of volunteers required: 1 - 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: High level, skilled and resourceful administrator required, working with Music Director. Able to initiate, develop and maintain efficient management systems and databases ensuring the smooth running of the entire operation, including organising and distributing publicity materials. Mainly home based, requiring own office equipment, initiative and self-motivation.
We're calling on you to get involved in many different ways - as what you bring will help shape the festival. We need a strong team of people to help us spread the word, support the artists and create that buzz around town so, whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or an enthusiastic newcomer now is th...
Organisation: Wunderbar Festival Postcode: NE1 2NP Contact: Charlie Gregory Email: volunteer@wunderbarfestival.co.uk Art form: Description: Wunderbar is a dynamic festival of contemporary performance, visual art, and extraordinary happenings for the North East. Wunderbar is a place for activity, spontaneity, society, interaction, dialogue and play - and is a festival with festivity at its heart. For one week Wunderbar will be setting up camp and inviting you to join us in making the festival come alive.
Area of volunteering: Street team, artist liaison, administration, event production, invigilation How long would you need to volunteer for: Wunderbar Festival (31st Oct-6th Nov) How often you would be required: Commitment to 3 shifts during the festival Time of day you would be required: Morning, Afternoon, Evening (You decide) When can you start: Wunderbar officially begins on Mon 31st Oct Number of volunteers required: 30 Brief description of the volunteering job: We're calling on you to get involved in many different ways - as what you bring will help shape the festival. We need a strong team of people to help us spread the word, support the artists and create that buzz around town so, whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or an enthusiastic newcomer now is the time to join in! </br></br> There are many ways you can volunteer at Wunderbar from working on the ground during the festival as part of our street team, to assisting with marketing, artist liaison and event production. We will strive to provide every volunteer with an experience of the festival tailored to their skills, passions and interest therefore allowing each of you to get as much as possible out of your time with Wunderbar. </br></br> So, if you would like to become part of the Wunderbar team please complete the volunteer application form here: <a href="http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/VBMPS3B" target="new window" />http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/VBMPS3B</a> before Friday 30th September. Or contact the address below.
Are you an experienced volunteer? Are you looking for a new challenge and/or would you like to develop your volunteering skills and experience by taking volunteering to another level? We are looking for a Volunteer Mentor who would run Lincolnshire Dance Dance4Life Dance Buddy scheme, sharing the b...
Organisation: Lincolnshire Dance Postcode: LN5 0HX Contact: Alex Law Email: dance4life@lincolnshiredance.com Art form: Description: Lincolnshire Dance is a small dynamic organisation with large aspirations. It was established in 2000 as a limited company with charitable status to provide a focus for dance activity within the county of Lincolnshire and to develop a strategic approach for future developments. Since 2001 the organisation has worked from a small office base at Wellingore Hall.
Area of volunteering: Mentor How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: A few hours per week Time of day you would be required: When available - Day time, Evenings and Weekends When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Are you an experienced volunteer? Are you looking for a new challenge and/or would you like to develop your volunteering skills and experience by taking volunteering to another level?</br></br> We are looking for a Volunteer Mentor who would run Lincolnshire Dance Dance4Life Dance Buddy scheme, sharing the benefit of their own volunteering knowledge and experiences with the new volunteers, and supporting and developing the Dance Buddies in their roles. This would involve assisting with the recruitment, induction and ongoing well-being of the buddies including organising group events. In return, there is a range of benefits to gain. </br></br> This is an exciting voluntary opportunity for any volunteer who would like to interact with anybody who is thinking about trying dance as a way of getting fit while having fun, be it somebody who has never tried dance or somebody who has dance and wants to get back into dancing but just needs that little nudge in the right direction.
Are you an experienced volunteer? Are you looking for a new challenge and/or would you like to develop your volunteering skills and experience by taking volunteering to another level? We are looking for a Volunteer Mentor who would run Lincolnshire Dance Dance4Life Dance Buddy scheme, sharing the ...
Area of volunteering: Mentor How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: A few hours per week Time of day you would be required: When available - Day time, Evenings and Weekends When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Are you an experienced volunteer? Are you looking for a new challenge and/or would you like to develop your volunteering skills and experience by taking volunteering to another level?</br> </br> We are looking for a Volunteer Mentor who would run Lincolnshire Dance Dance4Life Dance Buddy scheme, sharing the benefit of their own volunteering knowledge and experiences with the new volunteers, and supporting and developing the Dance Buddies in their roles. This would involve assisting with the recruitment, induction and ongoing well-being of the buddies including organising group events. In return, there is a range of benefits to gain.</br></br> This is an exciting voluntary opportunity for any volunteer who would like to interact with anybody who is thinking about trying dance as a way of getting fit while having fun, be it somebody who has never tried dance or somebody who has dance and wants to get back into dancing but just needs that little nudge in the right direction.</br></br>
Montage Theatre Arts are seeking enthusiastic and motivated dance and drama voluntary assistants to help facilitate courses throughout the term and summer school. Term commitments are preferred. 11/12 Term dates: No classes during half-terms. Autumn 2011: Monday 12th September–Saturday 3rd Decembe...
Organisation: Montage Theatre Arts Postcode: SE8 4AG Contact: Bernadette Bishop Email: gm@montagetheatre.com Art form: Description: Montage Theatre Arts is a charity offering a community programme in Brockley, SE4 of over 30 weekly classes of dance, drama and singing to children, young people and adults from 3 years to 93 years. Additionally we run a 3-week summer holiday programme for children in dance, drama and singing including our musical theatre week!
Area of volunteering: Classroom Facilitator How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Term time throughout the academic year Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: January 2012 Number of volunteers required: 5 - 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Montage Theatre Arts are seeking enthusiastic and motivated dance and drama voluntary assistants to help facilitate courses throughout the term and summer school. Term commitments are preferred.</ br></ br> 11/12 Term dates: No classes during half-terms.</ br> Autumn 2011: Monday 12th September–Saturday 3rd December 2011. (Half Term: Mon 24th - Sat 29th October.)</ br> Spring 2012: Monday 9th January–Saturday 31st March 2012.(Half Term: Mon 13th - Sat 18th February.)</ br> Summer 2012: Monday 23rd April–Saturday 14th July 2012. (Half Term: Mon 4th - Sat 9th June.)</ br> </ br></ br> These sessions include performances at Lewisham People’s Day, London Youth Games, Brockley Max Festival, Christmas fairs, Capital Age Festival and our Summer Holiday Programme and range of end of term demos and annual performances.</ br></ br> Volunteers will gain valuable hands-on experience in working with children and is an excellent opportunity for anyone who is interested in further teaching training. The opportunities will take place at Prendergast Hilly Fields College in Brockley.</ br></ br> Voluntary workers will receive full training, paid weekly travel expenses and full references.
We require a volunteer with experience of fundraising to assist with researching funding opportunities to identify suitable options for funding the development of projects within our arts in health programme for the hospital Trust.
Organisation: The Royal Wolverhampton Hospitals NHS Trust Postcode: WV10 0QP Contact: Natalie Lewis, Arts Co-ordinator Email: natalie.lewis2@nhs.net Art form: Description: The Royal Wolverhampton Hospitals NHS Trust has an Arts in Health programme across New Cross Hospital and West Park Rehabilitation Hospital.</ br></ br> At the heart of the programme is a participatory approach to include patients, staff and local communities in development of projects. The Arts in Health programme contributes to improving patients’ experience of care and providing a healing environment.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: Envisage a period of 2 – 3 months to be discussed How often you would be required: To be agreed with volunteer Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Flexible to suit Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We require a volunteer with experience of fundraising to assist with researching funding opportunities to identify suitable options for funding the development of projects within our arts in health programme for the hospital Trust.
We require volunteers from West Midlands area to contribute to provision of a flexible patient-centred programme of creative activities for patients at West Park Rehabilitation Hospital and a ward specialising in caring for adults with dementia at New Cross Hospital. We train volunteers to facilita...
Organisation: The Royal Wolverhampton Hospitals NHS Trust Postcode: WV10 0QP Contact: Natalie Lewis, Arts Co-ordinator Email: natalie.lewis2@nhs.net Art form: Description: The Royal Wolverhampton Hospitals NHS Trust has an Arts in Health programme across New Cross Hospital and West Park Rehabilitation Hospital. At the heart of the programme is a participatory approach to include patients, staff and local communities in development of projects. The Arts in Health programme contributes to improving patients’ experience of care and providing a healing environment.
Area of volunteering: Facilitating art activities How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Minimum 2 one-hour sessions a month for 6 months Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: A team of Arts volunteers required Brief description of the volunteering job: We require volunteers from West Midlands area to contribute to provision of a flexible patient-centred programme of creative activities for patients at West Park Rehabilitation Hospital and a ward specialising in caring for adults with dementia at New Cross Hospital. We train volunteers to facilitate arts activities in dayrooms to improve patient experience and promote a sense of wellbeing.
Main duties will involve invigilating artwork, distributing publicity and undertaking market research.
Organisation: Deptford X Postcode: SE8 4SA Contact: Matthew Couper Email: matthew@deptfordx.org Art form: Description: Deptford X exists to promote the best contemporary visual art and celebrate that art with the widest possible audience. It is an arts event born of Deptford’s creative community and based on a belief in the limitless potential of the area.
Area of volunteering: Steward (event) How long would you need to volunteer for: One-off How often you would be required: 6 days between 23 Sept to 2 Oct Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: 23 Sept Number of volunteers required: 6 Brief description of the volunteering job: Main duties will involve invigilating artwork, distributing publicity and undertaking market research.
UP Projects has commissioned, developed, and curated a range of art in the public realm, in open spaces, parks, and areas of regeneration. We would like a marketing and PR specialist to help develop a marketing strategy which underpins all our work, and enables us to deliver our messages to the ri...
Organisation: UP Projects Postcode: E1 5LX Contact: Jo Easingwood Email: jo@upprojects.com Art form: Description: UP Projects believes in challenging perceptions of what public art can be. Operating as a gallery without walls, it is inspired by the complexities of the public realm to create programmes of artists' commissions, projects, strategies and multidisciplinary events for the public audience. We aim to reach the widest audience, through marketing and promotional campaigns, accessible events and education programmes.
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: One-off How often you would be required: Flexible Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: November 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 to 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: UP Projects has commissioned, developed, and curated a range of art in the public realm, in open spaces, parks, and areas of regeneration. </br></br> </br> We would like a marketing and PR specialist to help develop a marketing strategy which underpins all our work, and enables us to deliver our messages to the right audiences.
The Board of Trustees of the Museum of Richmond upon Thames has up to 10 members. At the moment we stand at 9 (with one about to complete their term of office) well-qualified people who bring a variety of skills to the work. We are looking to fill a place with someone who may, in time , become vice-...
Organisation: Museum of Richmond Postcode: TW9 1TP Contact: Valerie Boyes Email: vboyes@btinternet.com Art form: Description: Small local Museum - a charitable organisation but supported by the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. Permanent exhibition of artifacts etc. relating to Richmond, Ham Kew and Petersham, but temporary exhibitions, lectures, talks and our flourishing education service relate to the whole Borough of Richmond upon Thames and beyond. Central Richmond - easy for a variety of transport.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Board meetings every 2 months - a variety of voluntary roles depending on availability. Attendance at private vies and fund-raising events. Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: As soon as is convenient Number of volunteers required: 1 or 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: The Board of Trustees of the Museum of Richmond upon Thames has up to 10 members. At the moment we stand at 9 (with one about to complete their term of office) well-qualified people who bring a variety of skills to the work. We are looking to fill a place with someone who may, in time , become vice-chair. Skills in fund-raising and/or advertising would be useful, but other skills welcome.
Dressing models at a fashion show. required for 5-6 hours maximum. Ideal for a fashion, make-up or hairdressing student who would like to experience the backstage of a fashion show
Organisation: Luke Foy Productions Postcode: SE26 Contact: Mandy Bardouille Email: mis-q@hotmail.co.uk Art form: Description: Casting Director, Fashion Show Producer, Show Caller, Stage Manager, Artist Liaison.</br> Catwalk Production</br> Event management from creative concept to completion</br> Pre-production, venue search, budget, supplier and personnel management</br> Sourcing show music/ DJS </br> Excellent links with model agencies, stylists, PR agencies and hair and make-up artists</br> Casting and booking of models, rehearsals show calling and full production and backstage </br>management.</br>
Area of volunteering: Model dressers at London Fashon Week How long would you need to volunteer for: One-off How often you would be required: Twice a year Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Friday 16 Sep Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Dressing models at a fashion show. required for 5-6 hours maximum.</br></br> Ideal for a fashion, make-up or hairdressing student who would like to experience the backstage of a fashion show
Rowan Arts is seeking new board members to help steer the organisation through a key period of consolidation and development. We are looking for trustees with particular skills, who will support these developments and share our values, complementing the existing board. For more information, visi...
Organisation: Rowan Arts Postcode: N7 6QT Contact: Ruth Email: trustee@therowanartsproject.com Art form: Description: Rowan Arts is an arts charity and was established in 2003.</br></br>Mission Statement:</br>We aim to act as a catalyst for social change through the arts. By developing locally generated projects, we facilitate exchanges and experiences that improve lives and deepen sense of place.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Trustees meet five times plus an Away Day in the autumn Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: November 2011 Number of volunteers required: 3 Brief description of the volunteering job: Rowan Arts is seeking new board members to help steer the organisation through a key period of consolidation and development. We are looking for trustees with particular skills, who will support these developments and share our values, complementing the existing board. </br></br> For more information, visit <a href="http://www.therowanartsproject.com/RA_opportunities" target="new window" />www.therowanartsproject.com/RA_opportunities</a>
We are looking for on-site help for the duration of the event to assist with various duties. From Front of House, Queue Management to Runner, Visitor information and Directions. It is a brilliant opportunity to see behind the scenes of a craft festival. Requirements: • A good communica...
Organisation: Origin Postcode: EC1V 9LT Contact: Rose Email: rose@originuk.org Art form: Description: Origin is the UK’s leading contemporary craft event, held in Old Spitalfields Market in September 2011 during the London Design Festival. </br></br><a href="http://www.originuk.org" target="new window" />originuk.org</a>
Area of volunteering: Event management How long would you need to volunteer for: 21 - 28 September 2011 How often you would be required: Part time on as many days as possible Time of day you would be required: 11am-3pm or 3pm-7pm (*8pm on 22nd) When can you start: 21 September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 15-20 Brief description of the volunteering job: <p>We are looking for on-site help for the duration of the event to assist with various duties. <p>From Front of House, Queue Management to Runner, Visitor information and Directions. <p>It is a brilliant opportunity to see behind the scenes of a craft festival. <p>Requirements: </br>• A good communicator and have a polite and confident manner. </br>• Punctual and presentable at all times. </br>• An interest in craft and design is a bonus. </br>• We are able to cover travel and food costs up to £10 per day. <p>Interested?</br> Contact Arts & Business below by 6pm Monday 12th September</p>
The Volunteer will help with the day-to-day running of the office, helping with the administration for USO. We are looking for a helpful, friendly, hard working, organised individual with common sense & initiative, good communication and telephone skills and good written & spoken English. We requir...
Organisation: Urban Soul Orchestra Postcode: ME13 7BL Contact: Natasha Beckman Email: natasha@urbansoulorchestra.co.uk Art form: Description: The Urban Soul Orchestra is a versatile and contemporary string ensemble, specialising in recording sessions, corporate events and private functions.
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 3 days per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: The Volunteer will help with the day-to-day running of the office, helping with the administration for USO.</br></br> We are looking for a helpful, friendly, hard working, organised individual with common sense & initiative, good communication and telephone skills and good written & spoken English. We require a high standard of computer literacy, proficiency at Microsoft Word, Excel and Apple Mac. Knowledge of Filemaker Pro (or similar database system), Mailchimp (or similar email marketing system) Iphoto, Imovie and other marketing skills are preferred.
We're looking for someone to help Re-design our website.
Organisation: Teatro Vivo Postcode: SE15 4PY Contact: Mark Stevenson Email: mark@teatrovivo.co.uk Art form: Description: Teatro Vivo are a performance collective made up of professional directors, writers, musicians and actors who create theatre that breaks free of traditions - they use unusual, non-theatre spaces to bring to life unique interpretations of classic and new writing. See www.teatrovivo.co.uk for further information.
Area of volunteering: IT How long would you need to volunteer for: A couple of months How often you would be required: ad-hoc Time of day you would be required: Whenever is convenient When can you start: October Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We're looking for someone to help Re-design our website.
To advise on our fundraising policy and to read through our applications to suggest how to impliment them better.
Organisation: Teatro Vivo Postcode: SE15 4PY Contact: Mark Stevenson Email: mark@teatrovivo.co.uk Art form: Description: Teatro Vivo are a performance collective made up of professional directors, writers, musicians and actors who create theatre that breaks free of traditions - they use unusual, non-theatre spaces to bring to life unique interpretations of classic and new writing. See www.teatrovivo.co.uk for further information
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Once a month Time of day you would be required: Whenever is convenient When can you start: October Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: To advise on our fundraising policy and to read through our applications to suggest how to impliment them better.
We're looking for someone to advise on our accounts and help us with our bookeeping
Organisation: Teatro Vivo Postcode: SE15 4PY Contact: Mark Stevenson Email: mark@teatrovivo.co.uk Art form: Description: Teatro Vivo are a performance collective made up of professional directors, writers, musicians and actors who create theatre that breaks free of traditions - they use unusual, non-theatre spaces to bring to life unique interpretations of classic and new writing.
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: once a month Time of day you would be required: Whenever is most convenient When can you start: October 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We're looking for someone to advise on our accounts and help us with our bookeeping
This is a developmental role for our growing members' organisation. You would coordinate a monthly event, production and mail out of our friends' newsletter. The role needs someone who is organised, IT literate and a people person; available during the week. In return you would get a role with consi...
Organisation: Coventry Heritage and Arts Trust Postcode: cv1 5qp Contact: Steve Woodward Email: volunteers@theherbert.org Art form: Description: Our organisation runs a museum and gellery as well as being responsible for the Lunt Roman fort. Our mission is to bring history and the arts to life for the whole of Coventry. Check out our website: www.theherbert.org for more details
Area of volunteering: Friends Development and Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Once a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Hours to suit - say around 10? Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: This is a developmental role for our growing members' organisation. You would coordinate a monthly event, production and mail out of our friends' newsletter. The role needs someone who is organised, IT literate and a people person; available during the week. In return you would get a role with considerable profile; a project you can really shape.
The Museum of British Folklore exhibition is taking place at Stratford Civic Hall, 14 Rother Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6LU We need volunteers to help invigilate this temporary exhibition space and pop-up shop Volunteers will be required to provide a warm welcome and sell artists editions in ...
Organisation: Museum of British Folklore Postcode: E8 2HY Contact: Mellany Robinson Email: mellany.robinson@gmail.com Art form: Description: Founded by Art Director and designer, Simon Costin in 2009, the Museum of British Folklore (MoBF) aims to promote the variety and richness of folklore activity taking place in Britain today and has embarked on an ambitious two-year exhibitions programme.
Area of volunteering: Exhibitions Assistant How long would you need to volunteer for: 11 - 28 October 2011 How often you would be required: 5 days a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: 11 October 2011 Number of volunteers required: As many as possible Brief description of the volunteering job: The Museum of British Folklore exhibition is taking place at Stratford Civic Hall, 14 Rother Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6LU <br /><br />We need volunteers to help invigilate this temporary exhibition space and pop-up shop <br /><br />Volunteers will be required to provide a warm welcome and sell artists editions in aid of the Museum of British Folklore. The exhibition will be open Tuesday - Sat 11.30 - 5pm. <br /><br />The key dates that we need people are as follows: <br /><br />Tuesday 11th Oct - 12pm - 2pm (training) <br /> Wednesday 12th Oct - 11am - 5pm*<br />Friday 14th Oct - 11.30am - 5pm<br />Saturday 15th Oct - 11.30am - 5pm*<br />Tuesday 18th Oct - 11.30am - 5pm*<br />Thursday 20th Oct - 11.30am - 5pm*<br />Friday 21st Oct - 11.30am - 5pm*<br />Saturday 22nd Oct - 11.30am - 5pm*<br />Tuesday 25th Oct - 11.30am - 5pm<br />Wednesday 26thOct - 11.30am - 5pm<br />Friday 28th Oct - 11.30am - 5pm<br /><br />*On some of the above dates, MoBF personnel will also be in attendance and could also relieve volunteers so that they don't have to do a full day. <br /><br /> Our exhibition 'Remember, Remember: A history of fireworks in Britain' is at Compton Verney from 15th October - 11th December, further info <a href="http://tinyurl.com/6cqlrsp" target="new window" />Click here</a>
To help us gain funds to produce work which they could be involved with
Organisation: Newfound Theatre Postcode: SW6 1JD Contact: Hellen Kirby Email: newfoundtheatre@gmail.com Art form: Description: Provide theatre to train in schools, bussiness and the NHS.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1 day a month Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Whenever Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: To help us gain funds to produce work which they could be involved with
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1 day a month Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: WHENEVER Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: To help us gain funds to produce work which they could be involved with
There will be several positions available to assist with the delivery and stewarding of events as part of the Brighton Photo Biennial. The events will include: artist talks, exhibition invigilating, sales, and visitor information/assistance and assistance at other events.
Organisation: Photoworks Postcode: BN1 1YE Contact: Emma Morris Email: emma@photoworksuk.org Art form: Description: Photoworks is the UK’s leading agency for photography. We produce commissions, exhibitions and events, publish books and influential magazine, "Photoworks". Collaborating with the a broad range of artists and organisations, engaging the widest possible audiences, Photoworks encourages debate and inspires new thinking about photography.
Area of volunteering: Steward (event) How long would you need to volunteer for: 6 weeks How often you would be required: No more than 8 hours a day Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September 2012 Number of volunteers required: Up to 30 Brief description of the volunteering job: There will be several positions available to assist with the delivery and stewarding of events as part of the Brighton Photo Biennial. The events will include: artist talks, exhibition invigilating, sales, and visitor information/assistance and assistance at other events.
Islington artist painter sculptor entrepreneur is looking for a business venture partner to organnizes his community and privet project
Organisation: Angel Art Gallery Postcode: N1 0LY Contact: Stephen Flanagan Email: contact@angelartgallery.org Art form: Description: Angel Art Gallery made sculptor and painter
Area of volunteering: Business Planning How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 3 month Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Now Number of volunteers required: 2 - 3 Brief description of the volunteering job: Islington artist painter sculptor entrepreneur is looking for a business venture partner to organnizes his community and privet project
As part of the Front of House team you will be the designated steward responsible for monitoring and helping to ensure the smooth running of our events. Responsibilities will include ushering, box office and maintaining the sites grounds and facilities to a high standard. Working knowledge of Health...
Organisation: Cecil Sharp House Postcode: NW1 7AY Contact: Martin Walsh Email: martin.walsh@efdss.org Art form: Description: The FOH team at Cecil Sharp House are offering volunteers the opportunity to become actively involved with the English Folk Dance and Song Society and our events. Volunteers have always played an essential part in the growth and success of the EFDSS. This is a great opportunity to develop valuable skills within a happy team and a creative environment.
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Twice a month Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: September Number of volunteers required: 4 per event Brief description of the volunteering job: As part of the Front of House team you will be the designated steward responsible for monitoring and helping to ensure the smooth running of our events. Responsibilities will include ushering, box office and maintaining the sites grounds and facilities to a high standard. Working knowledge of Health and Safety practices and First Aid training would be ideal.
Claque is planning how to become a lot more sustainable as an arts organisation with charitable status. We have just launched a paying membership scheme and are looking to start a costume hire service to support our revenue. We are looking for financial strategists to help us create a long-term futu...
Organisation: Claque Theatre Postcode: TN4 8NU Contact: Liz Carter Email: liz@claquetheatre.com Art form: Description: Claque is a professional theatre production company that galvanises communities through performance, Since 1979, we have been researching, writing and producing large-scale and inclusive community plays that unite people in shared creative goals that value diversity and celebrate the place in which they live. Our work helps develop social relationships, extend skills and encourage sustained community enterprise.
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Once a week Time of day you would be required: Flexible and remote When can you start: As suited Number of volunteers required: 1 or 2 who can work together Brief description of the volunteering job: Claque is planning how to become a lot more sustainable as an arts organisation with charitable status. We have just launched a paying membership scheme and are looking to start a costume hire service to support our revenue. We are looking for financial strategists to help us create a long-term future from secure income streams.
Oxjam Winchester Volunteers Required This year is the first time that Oxjam is coming to Winchester and we want you to get involved. A team of enthusiastic volunteers are needed to help with fundraising events, throughout the summer and for the one-day festival on Saturday 22nd October. We ar...
Organisation: Oxjam Takeover Winchester Postcode: SO23 Contact: Clemmie Farley-West Email: oxjam.winchester2011@gmail.com Art form: Description: Oxjam is a music festival with a difference. The centre piece of the festival is the Oxjam Takeover – up to 40 multi-venue events happening in towns and cities nationwide, all on one weekend in October. Our event is taking place in Winchester where 5 venues will be hosting bands and artists performing throughout the day.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising, Production, Stewarding How long would you need to volunteer for: 20 Aug - 23 Oct 2011 How often you would be required: For a number of fundraisers in Sep / Oct & specifically on 22nd October Time of day you would be required: Weekend When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: As many as possible Brief description of the volunteering job: Oxjam Winchester Volunteers Required</br></br> This year is the first time that Oxjam is coming to Winchester and we want you to get involved. </br></br> A team of enthusiastic volunteers are needed to help with fundraising events, throughout the summer and for the one-day festival on Saturday 22nd October. </br></br> We are looking for volunteers in all capacities, be it fundraising, marketing, production or all three, we welcome your support. </br></br> If you love music, share Oxjam's beliefs to relieve poverty, want to be part of a fun team or have the inclination to do something worth well over the summer for a good cause, then please get in touch. </br></br> It would be ideal if you lived in the Winchester area, however anyone willing to get involved and travel would we whole-hearted appreciated. </br></br> If you would like to get involved, or simply find out more information then please do not hesitate to get in touch.</br></br> Contact Clemmie on <a href="mailto:Oxjam.winchester2011@gmail.com" />Oxjam.winchester2011@gmail.com</a>. </br></br> We look forward to hearing from you!</br></br> Please note, that travel expenses unfortunately cannot be reimbursed as we want to raise as much money as possible for Oxfam.
Beam is currently developing The Orangery to broaden our conferencing and events offer and to increase our arts programming and cultural events programme at the venue. We require support from an experienced customer service/ hospitality professional to guide and support these developments.
Organisation: Beam Postcode: WF1 2TG Contact: Frances Smith Email: frances@beam.uk.net Art form: Description: Beam is a company dedicated to the imaginative understanding and improvement of the public realm. Beam are based at The Orangery, a unique grade II* heritage site in the heart of Wakefield. It is a green oasis adjacent to Westgate Railway Station and is a centre for conferencing, arts and cultural events.
Area of volunteering: Customer services How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: A few hours support a month Time of day you would be required: Flexible - preferably within office hours When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Beam is currently developing The Orangery to broaden our conferencing and events offer and to increase our arts programming and cultural events programme at the venue. We require support from an experienced customer service/ hospitality professional to guide and support these developments.
We are looking for trustees to join our board. We need strategically minded people with a passion for theatre and young people, to help us build on our recent successes. We would be delighted to hear from anyone who is interested. We hope to find a new Treasurer to work with our current Treasure...
Organisation: Upstage Centre Youth Theatre Postcode: YO31 7PB Contact: Robbie Swale Email: robbie@upstagecentre.org.uk Art form: Description: Upstage Centre Youth Theatre is based in its own building, the Arts Centre 41 Monkgate, 400 yards of the City Walls. The charity aims to provide young people with fun, challenging learning experiences in the arts. Through regular workshops in acting, singing and dancing, and a selection of other projects, the charity works over 100 young people each year.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Board meetings at least once a month, plus other work outside these times. Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: October 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are looking for trustees to join our board. We need strategically minded people with a passion for theatre and young people, to help us build on our recent successes. We would be delighted to hear from anyone who is interested. We hope to find a new Treasurer to work with our current Treasurer, who will be taking over as Chair.
We are currently on the lookout for several trustees to join our board from October 2011, on at least a two-year term. Our board is reshuffling, and we are on the lookout for: - A treasurer to work closely with the chair on the finances of the charity. - People with experience of education. - Peo...
Organisation: Upstage Centre Youth Theatre Postcode: YO31 7PB Contact: Robbie Swale Email: robbie@upstagecentre.org.uk Art form: Description: Upstage Centre Youth Theatre is based in its own building, the Arts Centre 41 Monkgate, 400 yards of the City Walls. The charity aims to provide young people with fun, challenging learning experiences in the arts. Through regular workshops in acting, singing and dancing, and a selection of other projects, the charity works with hundreds of young people each year.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Board meetings at least once a month, plus other work outside these times. Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: October 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are currently on the lookout for several trustees to join our board from October 2011, on at least a two-year term. Our board is reshuffling, and we are on the lookout for: - A treasurer to work closely with the chair on the finances of the charity. - People with experience of education. - People with experience of working in the arts.
To assist us in creating a sustainable marketing strategy and putting the initial building blocks in place. We are a small management team with no marketing specialist and marketing is done on an ad hoc basis. Help us to stop floundering around and put practical systems in place.
Organisation: Newhampton Arts centre Postcode: WV1 4AN Contact: Christine McGowan Email: admin@newhamptonarts.co.uk Art form: Description: A lively and diverse community arts centre in Wolverhampton, providing facilities for participation and engagement in the arts. The NAC believe that</br></br> • taking part in the arts contributes to personal growth and happiness and stronger and vibrant communities. </br></br> • everyone should have access to opportunities in the arts irrespective of social or cultural background, age, ability or income levels </br></br>
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: We envisage a period of three months How often you would be required: To be agreed with the volunteer Time of day you would be required: We can be flexible to suit When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: To assist us in creating a sustainable marketing strategy and putting the initial building blocks in place. We are a small management team with no marketing specialist and marketing is done on an ad hoc basis. Help us to stop floundering around and put practical systems in place.
Artistic and Creative This exciting and varied role is focused on supporting the Artistic team, actors and students in workshop and portfolio settings. Volunteers work in-session to provide general learner support and need to have an interest in theatre/ arts or have a background and knowledge of s...
Organisation: Mind the Gap Theatre Company Postcode: BD9 4SA Contact: Ben Rothera Email: arts@mind-the-gap.org.uk Art form: Description: An experienced touring theatre company based in Bradford which performs in the UK and internationally. We also help people with learning disabilities become professional actors and actors with learning disabilities achieve their potential. Our volunteer programme strives to be equal for all applicants in three areas of volunteering: artistic & creative, front of house & events, and office and administration.
Area of volunteering: Artistic and Creative Learner Support How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1 day per week or short-term project based Time of day you would be required: Daytime or Weekend When can you start: October 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 per week day, plus 1-2 per project Brief description of the volunteering job: Artistic and Creative This exciting and varied role is focused on supporting the Artistic team, actors and students in workshop and portfolio settings. Volunteers work in-session to provide general learner support and need to have an interest in theatre/ arts or have a background and knowledge of supporting learning-disabled people. Full training is provided.
Office and Administration Mind the Gap has a busy office environment, we need volunteers at every level, from admin support with jobs such as mail-outs, reception duties and data entry (which could be provided one-day per week), through to more complex projects including archiving and database / IT ...
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1 day per week or short-term project based Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: Flexible Brief description of the volunteering job: Office and Administration Mind the Gap has a busy office environment, we need volunteers at every level, from admin support with jobs such as mail-outs, reception duties and data entry (which could be provided one-day per week), through to more complex projects including archiving and database / IT developments (which could be carried out on a fixed-term project basis).
Front of House and Events Mind the Gap runs in-house and external events connected to our performance work and training. We also hire out our studio spaces to other individuals, organisations and businesses. In this role you would be meeting and greeting visitors, providing hospitality and staffing ...
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Ad-hoc Time of day you would be required: Opportunities are available at various times and days When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 - 2 per event Brief description of the volunteering job: Front of House and Events Mind the Gap runs in-house and external events connected to our performance work and training. We also hire out our studio spaces to other individuals, organisations and businesses. In this role you would be meeting and greeting visitors, providing hospitality and staffing the bar, and helping to set up and support events.
We need someone with marketing skills and experience to work alongside our current marketing officer to develop a new marketing strategy that will include making the most of new digital media opportunities.
Organisation: Bridgwater Arts Centre Postcode: TA6 3DD Contact: Charlie Dearden Email: charlie@bridgwaterartscentre.co.uk Art form: Description: We are a small arts centre based in the heart of our community. We run an electic programme of perfoming and visual arts alongside an extensive participatory programme both in side and outside the building. We also have a srtong local reputation for producing large scale outdoor celebratory events.
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: One-off How often you would be required: 1 day a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: October 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We need someone with marketing skills and experience to work alongside our current marketing officer to develop a new marketing strategy that will include making the most of new digital media opportunities.
Craft Club is hosting a series of inspiring and informative training days The days is FREE of charge and is for competent knitters and craftspeople who wish to set up clubs. Please go to www.craftclub.org.uk/crafty_volunteers to find out more and to book a place near you.
Organisation: Craft Club, The Craft Council Postcode: N1 9BY Contact: Jessica Worley Email: j_worley@craftscouncil.org.uk Art form: Description: Craft Club is a National programme that champions craft in schools and communities. Clubs are generously run by skilled volunteers who give up their time to pass on their skills and keep craft alive. We currently have 350 clubs across England and Wales and would like to build on this success with your help.
Area of volunteering: Craft Club Training events - trainees How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Once a week/fortnight after initial day's training Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: As appropriate to club Number of volunteers required: 330 across the country Brief description of the volunteering job: Craft Club is hosting a series of inspiring and informative training days The days is FREE of charge and is for competent knitters and craftspeople who wish to set up clubs. Please go to www.craftclub.org.uk/crafty_volunteers to find out more and to book a place near you.
We rely on volunteers for a wide range of tasks, from stewarding galleries and welcoming visitors. We are currently recruiting volunteers for a wide range of positions within the Museum. From now on there will be all kinds of part-time and occasional opportunities available to suit all ages and abi...
Organisation: The Holburne Museum Postcode: BA2 4DB Contact: Spencer Hancock Email: s.hancock@bath.ac.uk Art form: Description: We believe enjoyment of the arts changes people's lives. Our aim is to encourage this enjoyment by: * caring for, enhancing, displaying and interpreting our collection, our building and our unrivalled site * reaching as wide a public as possible by providing a welcoming, intimate experience of the arts for people of all ages * being confident, adventurous and innovative
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: One-off How often you would be required: Once a week for 3.5 hours Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Immediatley Number of volunteers required: 200 Brief description of the volunteering job: We rely on volunteers for a wide range of tasks, from stewarding galleries and welcoming visitors. We are currently recruiting volunteers for a wide range of positions within the Museum. From now on there will be all kinds of part-time and occasional opportunities available to suit all ages and abilities, and in all areas of our Museum
I need someone, ideally with business or marketing experience, to help me develop The Commonwealth Resounds! in the directions it now needs to go. The work would be exciting and very interesting indeed, and ideally the volunteer would help me create a permanent salaried job for themselves, or for so...
Organisation: The Commonwealth Resounds! Postcode: N10 1NL Contact: Alison Cox Email: tcr2011@btinternet.com Art form: Description: We create partnerships, projects, performances and life-changing opportunities for musicians in Commonwealth countries and bring them together to share skills and develop new ideas together. Young musicians from the UK, Australia and Canada help raise funds for those in developing countries who need support and help travelling to celebrate their art in festivals and events abroad.
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Ideally once per week Time of day you would be required: They could work at a time to suit them When can you start: as soon as possible Number of volunteers required: At least one, but possibly two or three Brief description of the volunteering job: I need someone, ideally with business or marketing experience, to help me develop The Commonwealth Resounds! in the directions it now needs to go. The work would be exciting and very interesting indeed, and ideally the volunteer would help me create a permanent salaried job for themselves, or for somebody else after a period of time.
CRE8TIV YOUTH FORUM: Young people are at the heart of our organisation. So we are inviting 16-30 year olds to join our Cre8tiv Youth Forum to monitor our programme and create new ideas that represent young people and help promote what we do. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience an...
Organisation: The Midi Music Company Postcode: SE8 4AU Contact: Giselle Austin Email: giselle@themidimusiccompany.co.uk Art form: Description: We offer affordable music lessons to children aged 5-15 (Budding Musicians Club), music-related courses for young people aged 16+ (Cre8tiv Short Courses), plus we support young developing artists with our CICAS programme (Creative Industries Carees Advice Service) offering them advice, rehearsal space and much more.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Attend regular meetings and ad-hoc work for MMC's CRE8TIV YOUTH FORUM, a young people's board Time of day you would be required: Fortnightly meetings Wednesday 4-6pm When can you start: Mid-September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 7 volunteers, aged between 16-30. Brief description of the volunteering job: CRE8TIV YOUTH FORUM: Young people are at the heart of our organisation. So we are inviting 16-30 year olds to join our Cre8tiv Youth Forum to monitor our programme and create new ideas that represent young people and help promote what we do. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience and build your skills within a creative environment.
To work with the Front of house team to welcome the customers to the venue be informed about the programme and assist with the smooth running of t he events programme. Help sell programmes, assist with the audience entering and leaving the premises, be a welcoming face for the venue
Organisation: The Civic, Barnsley Postcode: S70 2HZ Contact: Fergus Justice-Mills Email: fergusjustice-mills@barnsleycivic.co.uk Art form: Description: The Civic is a mixed use venue based in the center of Barnsley South Yorkshire. We schedule a range of contemporaray performance and arts activities accross all genres and an annual programme of contemporary visual art exhibtions. We opened in March 2009 and play a strategic role in arts provisiosn in the region reflected by our Arts Council NPO status
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: to suit but approx. 3-4 times each month Time of day you would be required: Evenings and weekends generally When can you start: September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 3-6 Brief description of the volunteering job: To work with the Front of house team to welcome the customers to the venue be informed about the programme and assist with the smooth running of t he events programme. Help sell programmes, assist with the audience entering and leaving the premises, be a welcoming face for the venue
To assistw itht he reception duties, greeting the clients, customersand visitors to the gallery, asssiting with selling the tickets for performances and also reception duties including answering tlephone enquiries, mail handling, markeitng support activity etc.
Area of volunteering: Reception duties How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1-2 days each week Time of day you would be required: Datytime, eveneings and weekends When can you start: September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 3-4 Brief description of the volunteering job: To assistw itht he reception duties, greeting the clients, customersand visitors to the gallery, asssiting with selling the tickets for performances and also reception duties including answering tlephone enquiries, mail handling, markeitng support activity etc.
To assist witht he exhibtion set up during the changeover periods . In addition there are invigilation opportuntiities during the exhibiotn runs
Area of volunteering: Exhibition set up How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 5-6 times each year to assist with exhibitons changeovers Time of day you would be required: Ususally daytime but there are some weekends when the changeover peiords are short When can you start: September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 2-4 Brief description of the volunteering job: To assist witht he exhibtion set up during the changeover periods . In addition there are invigilation opportuntiities during the exhibiotn runs
To work with the rest of the Board members to assist with the strategic development of the organisation as we move into the next phase of our development
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Approx. once each month at Board meetings and at subcommittees which meeto to address a specfic task/function Time of day you would be required: Meetings are normally in the late aftrenoon for Board meetings last Wednesday each month with subcommittees meeting at various times When can you start: October 2011 Number of volunteers required: 3 - 4 Brief description of the volunteering job: To work with the rest of the Board members to assist with the strategic development of the organisation as we move into the next phase of our development
The volunteer woudl assist the Finance Managwer with the day to day administration of the finance function includeing bookeeping, invoice and payments, office administration and other general admin tasks
Organisation: The Civic, Barnsley Postcode: S70 2HZ Contact: Fegrus Justice-Mills Email: fergusjustice-mills@barnsleycivic.co.uk Art form: Description: The Civic is a mixed art form venue which schedules contemporary performance events and activities accross all genres and an annual programme of contemporary visual art exhibitions. WE are loc ated in the centre of Barnsley South Yorkshire and have been open after a major refurbishment since March 2009
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1-2 days each week ideally Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: October 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: The volunteer woudl assist the Finance Managwer with the day to day administration of the finance function includeing bookeeping, invoice and payments, office administration and other general admin tasks
We are now recruiting passionate and enthusiastic committee members to bring their knowledge and expertise to help develop and grow the organisation. We are interested in applications from people who have an interest in promoting women in the music industry with experience in the following areas:...
Organisation: Wombeatz Postcode: LS3 1DG Contact: Immi Cardy Email: immi@wombeatz.com Art form: Description: Wombeatz CIC is a Leeds based social enterprise dedicated to promoting and training women in music technology. Wombeatz mission is to increase gender equalities in the music industry by offering access to training, volunteer opportunities, role models and gateways into the industry.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 hours a month board meeting Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: Late September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 5-6 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are now recruiting passionate and enthusiastic committee members to bring their knowledge and expertise to help develop and grow the organisation. We are interested in applications from people who have an interest in promoting women in the music industry with experience in the following areas: Music industry professionals, Funding / fundraising, Marketing and promotion, Finance, and Education. Previous committee experience is not essential; we particularly welcome applications from a diverse background. If you are interested in joining the committee please send us an email to immi@wombeatz.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with a brief outline of who you are and why you would like to join our organisation. Contact details View contact details * Email this page * Was this page useful? * Yes * No * Post to: * * * Facebook o Funding and finance o Coping with cuts o Addressing needs o Strategy o Impact o Managing change o Involving people o Public Service Delivery o Governance and leadership + Information centre + Bespoke support and training + Get Legal + Resources + Trustee Bank # Advanced vacancy search
We are now recruiting passionate and enthusiastic committee members to bring their knowledge and expertise to help develop and grow the organisation. We are interested in applications from people who have an interest in promoting women in the music industry with experience in the following areas: ...
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 hours a month board meeting Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: Late September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 5-6 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are now recruiting passionate and enthusiastic committee members to bring their knowledge and expertise to help develop and grow the organisation. We are interested in applications from people who have an interest in promoting women in the music industry with experience in the following areas: Music industry professionals Funding / fundraising Marketing and promotion Finance Education Previous committee experience is not essential; we particularly welcome applications from a diverse background. If you are interested in joining the committee please send us an email to immi@wombeatz.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with a brief outline of who you are and why you would like to join our organisation. Contact details View contact details * Email this page * Was this page useful? * Yes * No * Post to: * * * Facebook o Funding and finance o Coping with cuts o Addressing needs o Strategy o Impact o Managing change o Involving people o Public Service Delivery o Governance and leadership + Information centre + Bespoke support and training + Get Legal + Resources + Trustee Bank # Advanced vacancy search
Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust holds many exhibitions throughout the year. These are mainly at Coalbrookdale and Jackfield Tile Museum. This role would be to ensure that visitors to the Museum sites interacted with these exhibitions, had access and most importantly; leave the exhibition having had a ...
Organisation: Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust Postcode: TF8 7DQ Contact: Lucy Andrews-Manion Email: lucy.andrews-manion@ironbridge.org.uk Art form: Description: The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust was established in 1967 to preserve and interpret the remains of the Industrial Revolution in the Ironbridge Gorge. It is an independent educational charity (Registered Number 503717–R), which by its entrepreneurial flair encourages visitors to be involved in and support its conservation work through admission charges, trading and associated commercial activities.
Area of volunteering: Steward (gallery) How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: When available Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September 2011 Number of volunteers required: Up to 15 Brief description of the volunteering job: Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust holds many exhibitions throughout the year. These are mainly at Coalbrookdale and Jackfield Tile Museum. This role would be to ensure that visitors to the Museum sites interacted with these exhibitions, had access and most importantly; leave the exhibition having had a good time and having learnt something.
Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust has a Fundraising department which deals with various aspects of building up funds for the Museum. However the Museum would like to encourage more interaction with local people and groups through organising small scale events to help drum up funds on a smaller basis. Th...
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Once a week or when available. Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September onwards Number of volunteers required: 5-10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust has a Fundraising department which deals with various aspects of building up funds for the Museum. However the Museum would like to encourage more interaction with local people and groups through organising small scale events to help drum up funds on a smaller basis. This role would be do do just this.
Ironbridge Gorge plays host to many events throughout the year, all of which would be impossible to manage without the help of Volunteers. This year sees the Ironbridge Gorge celebrate 25 years since it as designated a World Heritage Site. Celebrations include festivals, evening celebrations and wee...
Area of volunteering: Steward (event) How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: To help on run up, and during events. Time of day you would be required: Mainly evenings and weekends When can you start: Autumn Number of volunteers required: Up to 30 Brief description of the volunteering job: Ironbridge Gorge plays host to many events throughout the year, all of which would be impossible to manage without the help of Volunteers. This year sees the Ironbridge Gorge celebrate 25 years since it as designated a World Heritage Site. Celebrations include festivals, evening celebrations and weekend activities-all of which need steward support.
The current General Manager has marketing and event management experience. The board needs an non-executive director who can advise the board and the general manager on this area of expertise.
Organisation: The Centre for the Magic Arts Ltd (CMA Ltd) Postcode: NW1 2HD Contact: Terry Wright Email: terrywright@themagiccircle.co.uk Art form: Description: The Magic Circle owns a five-storey building near Euston station used by members on a Monday. On other days of the week the building is available for corporate hire and similar events through CMA Ltd. The building has a theatre for 160, 2 meeting/dining rooms, a small kitchen, museum, etc.There are three employees.
Area of volunteering: Event management How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Approx. one day per month Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: October 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: The current General Manager has marketing and event management experience. The board needs an non-executive director who can advise the board and the general manager on this area of expertise.
A chartered accountant to act as treasurer for the charity CMA Ltd. to ensure that the General Manager and the book-keeper maintain and improve a viable financial system. Advise on financial procedures to be consistent with current regulations.
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Approx. one day per month Time of day you would be required: Mostly early evening with some daytime When can you start: October 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1/2 Brief description of the volunteering job: A chartered accountant to act as treasurer for the charity CMA Ltd. to ensure that the General Manager and the book-keeper maintain and improve a viable financial system. Advise on financial procedures to be consistent with current regulations.
Beam is currently developing The Orangery to broaden our conferencing and events offer and to increase our arts programming and cultural events programme at the venue. We require support from an experienced marketing professional to guide and support these developments.
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: A few hours support a month Time of day you would be required: Flexible - preferably within office hours When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Beam is currently developing The Orangery to broaden our conferencing and events offer and to increase our arts programming and cultural events programme at the venue. We require support from an experienced marketing professional to guide and support these developments.
We require experienced Marketing personnel with Public Relations background to assist in getting us business leads any where in Uk or Europe for promos, marriages, exhibitions, corporate bodies, private functions etc Volunteers must be polite, with sound educational background, must have internet...
Organisation: Eruogun Cultural Group Postcode: E9 6RL Contact: Matthew Eruogun Email: Info@eruogunculturalgroup.org Art form: Description: Eruogun Cultural Group is a registered organisation in United Kingdom to advance African Cultural Education, Craft Skills, to promote African Traditional Dance, Drumming, Singing, Drama, Theatre Production and Entertainment for the benefit of the general public. Our commitment to promoting these cultural achievements has led to a number of Eruogun Cultural Group success sharing our commitment to customers satisfaction.
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 3 times weekly Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Immediately Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: We require experienced Marketing personnel with Public Relations background to assist in getting us business leads any where in Uk or Europe for promos, marriages, exhibitions, corporate bodies, private functions etc Volunteers must be polite, with sound educational background, must have internet and mobile phone handy
Although we have identified a number of possible funders we need support in our fundraising and bid writing to improve our chances of success.
Organisation: Dora Frankel Dance CIC Postcode: NE6 5DL Contact: Dora Frankel Email: dora@dorafrankeldance.co.uk Art form: Description: Dora Frankel Dance is a contemporary dance and dance theatre company based in the northeast. We deliver performances and an education and outreach program. Our latest project One Small Step/One More Step was a vibrant performance on Victor Pasmore's Apollo Pavilion in Peterlee with music by Peter Coyte; our next is at Dance City, Newcastle with choreographer Isira Makuloluwe
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: 10 months How often you would be required: One / two days a week Time of day you would be required: Negotiable When can you start: Immediately Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Although we have identified a number of possible funders we need support in our fundraising and bid writing to improve our chances of success.
The volunteering will include a range of activities which will show what goes on behind the scenes of a top film festival. From stewarding and ushering, public relations, marketing, leaflet distributing and much more, our volunteers will have plenty to do to keep them occupied and engaged throughout...
Organisation: Cambridge Film Festival Postcode: CB2 3AR Contact: Kath Email: info@cambridgefilmfestival.org.uk Art form: Description: The Cambridge Film Festival is an annual event which will be celebrating its 31st year this Summer! The festival has a range of indoor and outdoor screenings across Cambridge and the East of England, where we will be showing a variety of films so that everyone can find something that they will enjoy!
Area of volunteering: General volunteering How long would you need to volunteer for: 27-28th August, 15-25th September 2011 How often you would be required: At least 6 of the 11 days Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: 27th August 2011 Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: The volunteering will include a range of activities which will show what goes on behind the scenes of a top film festival. From stewarding and ushering, public relations, marketing, leaflet distributing and much more, our volunteers will have plenty to do to keep them occupied and engaged throughout the festival. Plus there's an allocation of free festival film tickets for volunteers!
We are interested in developing our business plan in order to strengthen the potential for success when we submit bids. We have been financially supported mostly by ACE grants for the arts on a project by project basis. Other funding has come from local councils and trusts and foundations. We are in...
Organisation: Dora Frankel Dance CIC Postcode: NE6 5DL Contact: Dora Frankel Email: dora@dorafrankeldance.co.uk Art form: Description: Dora Frankel Dance (DFD) is a North East based contemporary dance and dance theatre company which delivers performances and an education and outreach program. Our latest project One Small Step/One More Step was a dynamic performance on Victor Pasmore's Apollo Pavilion in Peterlee Co Durham. Our next project is at Dance City, Newcastle with choreographer Isira Makuloluwe.
Area of volunteering: Business Planning How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Once a week Time of day you would be required: Flexible- to be negotiated When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are interested in developing our business plan in order to strengthen the potential for success when we submit bids. We have been financially supported mostly by ACE grants for the arts on a project by project basis. Other funding has come from local councils and trusts and foundations. We are interested in bidding for European funding and to this end need a stronger and clearer business plan
The Arts Centre needs a treasurer to support the part time book keeper and report to the Board. The volunteer would need to have experience of SAGE accountancy packages, budgetting and financial forecasting
Organisation: Bridgwater Arts Centre Postcode: TA6 7AQ Contact: Charlie Dearden Email: charlie@bridgwaterartscentre.co.uk Art form: Description: We are a community based arts centre and gallery with a small theatre. We run a programme of workshops and perfomances covering most art forms. We host Celebrating Somerset which is an outdoor celebratory arts project taking arts actvities out of the building and into the streets, parks and the general great outdoors.
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Once a month Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: At their convenience Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: The Arts Centre needs a treasurer to support the part time book keeper and report to the Board. The volunteer would need to have experience of SAGE accountancy packages, budgetting and financial forecasting
Someone who can look at the company and create a business development plan and be involved in producing new works and exploring new areas of finance, sponsorship and support.
Organisation: Maverick Theatre Company Postcode: W4 2LU Contact: Nick Hennegan Email: nick@mavericktheatre.co.uk Art form: Description: Theatre Company
Area of volunteering: Business Planning How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Monthly or as needed Time of day you would be required: At their convenience When can you start: asap Number of volunteers required: 1 or 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: Someone who can look at the company and create a business development plan and be involved in producing new works and exploring new areas of finance, sponsorship and support.
General Fundraising: Crowdfunding, Grants, Trusts and Foundations, Arts applications and ideas for Events: Experience would be useful, but what is important is a flexible attitude, initiative, imagination, an appreciation of what Maverick is about. It will probably involve two or three hours a week...
Organisation: Maverick Theatre Companhy Postcode: W4 2LU Contact: Nick Hennegan Email: nick@mavericktheatre.co.uk Art form: Description: A theatre company, dedicated to increasing access to the performing arts through new works in established venues and established works in new venues.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: As needed Time of day you would be required: Working mainly from home When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 2 Brief description of the volunteering job: General Fundraising: Crowdfunding, Grants, Trusts and Foundations, Arts applications and ideas for Events: Experience would be useful, but what is important is a flexible attitude, initiative, imagination, an appreciation of what Maverick is about. It will probably involve two or three hours a week initially. Basic training will be provided. The first project is an Olympic 2012 event.
We are looking for additional board members / trustees to help us develop our rural touring programmes
Organisation: Opera Anywhere Ltd Postcode: OX13 6RA Contact: Mike Woodward Email: Mike@OperaAnywhere.com Art form: Description: Touring opera company providing entertainment for private events, corporate entertainment and public performances in traditional venues such as theatres and village halls but also in unusual locations such as on punts, in ice rinks and even on the roof of landrovers!
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 4 meetings per annum Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 3 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are looking for additional board members / trustees to help us develop our rural touring programmes
Working with excel sreadsheets to maintain mailing lists, co-ordinate volunteers, reply to queries from the public, handle publicity enquiries, assist the festival director in day to day festival matters and distribute publicity material
Organisation: Cambridge Wordfest Postcode: CB2 3EL Contact: Cathy Moore Email: cathy@cambridgewordfest.co.uk Art form: Description: Cambridge Wordfest is a biannual literary festival that takes place in November and April.
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: 3 - 6 months How often you would be required: 2 days per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: 26 September Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Working with excel sreadsheets to maintain mailing lists, co-ordinate volunteers, reply to queries from the public, handle publicity enquiries, assist the festival director in day to day festival matters and distribute publicity material
We are starting a new Finance and Risk Management Committee. We need specialists able to advise on writing of reserves strategy and investment policy. If funds are eventually invested, expertise in how to secure and oversee investment management will also be required. Committee's Terms of Reference ...
Organisation: Association of Art Historians Postcode: EC1M 6EJ Contact: Pontus Rosén Email: pontus@aah.org.uk Art form: Description: The AAH promotes the professional practice and public understanding of art history. We have 1,400 members nationwide and beyond. We distribute small grants, organise events, including an annual conference, and publish a successful scholarly journal.
Area of volunteering: Board or committee member How long would you need to volunteer for: 3 years How often you would be required: Four times per year Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1-2 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are starting a new Finance and Risk Management Committee. We need specialists able to advise on writing of reserves strategy and investment policy. If funds are eventually invested, expertise in how to secure and oversee investment management will also be required. Committee's Terms of Reference available upon request.
To celebrate our 20th anniversary the Asian Music Circuit is organising a show ASIA ROCKS! at the Royal Albert Hall on 18th September 2011 featuring famous Bollywood music directors Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The trio has provided countless soundtracks for films and will be performing in the UK for the fir...
Organisation: Asian Music Circuit Postcode: W3 0RG Contact: Jasel Nandha Email: jasel@amc.org.uk Art form: Description: The Asian Music Circuit is the leading promoter of Asian music in the UK. It has established a privileged reputation for the variety and high calibre of its tours and concerts, and the quality and innovation of its education projects.
Area of volunteering: Steward (event) How long would you need to volunteer for: One-off How often you would be required: 1/2 days in September Time of day you would be required: Both during the day and evening When can you start: Anytime between the 15th-18th of September Number of volunteers required: Between 10-15 volunteers Brief description of the volunteering job: To celebrate our 20th anniversary the Asian Music Circuit is organising a show ASIA ROCKS! at the Royal Albert Hall on 18th September 2011 featuring famous Bollywood music directors Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The trio has provided countless soundtracks for films and will be performing in the UK for the first time. We are presently looking for volunteers to help us from anytime between the 15th to 18th September (must be available on the 18th of September). If you have some experience in events management and would like to take part in an exciting production, please send a CV and Covering letter to jasel@amc.org.uk before 17th August 2011, 5pm.
Assisting with the technical aspects of the BTEC course.
Organisation: PLATFORM centre for the arts Postcode: NP151AE Contact: Rebecca Parkes Email: rebeccaparkes@monmouthshire.gov.uk Art form: Description: We are an arts project that delivers BTEC qualifications and offers workshops and opportunities for young people.
Area of volunteering: Lighting / PA How long would you need to volunteer for: 9 months How often you would be required: One day a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Sept 2011 Number of volunteers required: One Brief description of the volunteering job: Assisting with the technical aspects of the BTEC course.
Supporting the Dance Artist with the fundraising of current research project Ultima Thule. Researching potential Funding opportunities. Attending networking events. Working with the Dance Artist to complete funding applications.
Organisation: Rebekka Platt Dance Theatre Postcode: OL1 3JR Contact: Rebekka Platt Email: rebekkaplatt@gmail.com Art form: Description: Emerging Dance Theatre Artist based in Manchester, concept driven work creating multi-sensory experiential dance performance that pushes the boundaries of dance theatre.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1 Day a Week Time of day you would be required: Evening When can you start: September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Supporting the Dance Artist with the fundraising of current research project Ultima Thule. Researching potential Funding opportunities. Attending networking events. Working with the Dance Artist to complete funding applications.
We’re looking for 50 volunteers to help us out with this year’s festival. This year we need volunteers to work at the former Spode factory site where many of the exhibitions and events will take place. We need volunteers to cover a range of different roles primarily from September through to Novem...
Organisation: British Ceramics Biennial Postcode: ST3 4HY Contact: Chloe Brown Email: chloe@britishceramicsbiennial.com Art form: Description: The British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) launched in 2009 with a festival celebrating and showcasing contemporary ceramics from across the world. BCB showcases excellence and the best of contemporary practice by makers and artists across the UK as well as delivering local projects working with local people to create new work inspired by traditional ceramic techniques.<p> <a href="http://www.britishceramicsbiennial.com" target="new window" /> />www.britishceramicsbiennial.com</a></p>
Area of volunteering: Range of Volunteers for Ceramics Biennial How long would you need to volunteer for: 6 weeks How often you would be required: Flexible Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: 26 September Number of volunteers required: 30 Brief description of the volunteering job: We’re looking for 50 volunteers to help us out with this year’s festival. This year we need volunteers to work at the former Spode factory site where many of the exhibitions and events will take place. We need volunteers to cover a range of different roles primarily from September through to November, but there are some opportunities starting in August. Ideally you will be available to cover a number of sessions per week, particularly during the festival 30 September - 13 November (each session is 4 hours). Training and induction will be provided as well as BCB branded vests. Reasonable travel expenses will be covered.
The volunteer will work with the Production Director to develop new standard operating templates to save time, reduce workload and enable a team of mixed experience to run operations. This includes budgets, project timelines etc. The opportunity is to really lead the project to define and create n...
Organisation: The Carl Rosa Opera Company Postcode: EC2 8PR Contact: Jacqui Chin Email: chin.jacqui@googlemail.com Art form: Description: A unique touring opera company, dedicated to making quality light opera accessible to a wide audience, bridging the gap between traditional opera and popular music. Performing across major UK theatres, such as the Garrick in London, the company is based in vibrant Shoreditch London and is made up of over 50 musicians, singers and technicians
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: Initially 3 months, and then could be ongoing How often you would be required: Ideally weekly Time of day you would be required: Daytime preferred but we are flexible When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: One or two Brief description of the volunteering job: The volunteer will work with the Production Director to develop new standard operating templates to save time, reduce workload and enable a team of mixed experience to run operations. This includes budgets, project timelines etc. The opportunity is to really lead the project to define and create new templates and processes, using the upcoming Mikado production as the development ground
Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit ten Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities, occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile, as well as researching possible sponsors for the Festival. Our new ...
Organisation: Shakespeare Schools Festival Postcode: LS2 7UP Contact: Bhavita Bhatt Email: bhavita.bhatt@ssf.uk.com Art form: Description: The Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) is an arts-education charity unique in its reach across the UK. It offers young people, from a diverse collection of backgrounds, the opportunity and support to perform abridged productions of Shakespeare plays in their local professional theatre.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Two half-days a week Time of day you would be required: They will work from home and manage their own hours When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit ten Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities, occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile, as well as researching possible sponsors for the Festival. Our new ambassadors will approach local businesses and companies, asking them to sponsor a theatre night.
Organisation: Shakespeare Schools Festival Postcode: CF10 5AL Contact: Bhavita Bhatt Email: bhavita.bhatt@ssf.uk.com Art form: Description: The Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) is an arts-education charity unique in its reach across the UK. It offers young people, from a diverse collection of backgrounds, the opportunity and support to perform abridged productions of Shakespeare plays in their local professional theatre.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: two half-days a week Time of day you would be required: They will work from home and manage their own hours When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit ten Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities, occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile, as well as researching possible sponsors for the Festival. Our new ambassadors will approach local businesses and companies, asking them to sponsor a theatre night.
Organisation: Shakespeare Schools Festival Postcode: BS3 1TF Contact: Bhavita Bhatt Email: bhavita.bhatt@ssf.uk.com Art form: Description: The Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) is an arts-education charity unique in its reach across the UK. It offers young people, from a diverse collection of backgrounds, the opportunity and support to perform abridged productions of Shakespeare plays in their local professional theatre.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 half-days a week Time of day you would be required: They will work from home and manage their own hours When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit ten Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities, occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile, as well as researching possible sponsors for the Festival. Our new ambassadors will approach local businesses and companies, asking them to sponsor a theatre night.
Organisation: Shakespeare Schools Festival Postcode: KT22 8DN Contact: Bhavita Bhatt Email: bhavita.bhatt@ssf.uk.com Art form: Description: The Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) is an arts-education charity unique in its reach across the UK. It offers young people, from a diverse collection of backgrounds, the opportunity and support to perform abridged productions of Shakespeare plays in their local professional theatre.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 half days a week Time of day you would be required: They will work from home and manage their own hours When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit ten Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities, occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile, as well as researching possible sponsors for the Festival. Our new ambassadors will approach local businesses and companies, asking them to sponsor a theatre night.
Organisation: Shakespeare Schools Festival Postcode: G34 9JW Contact: Bhavita Bhatt Email: bhavita.bhatt@ssf.uk.com Art form: Description: The Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) is an arts-education charity unique in its reach across the UK. It offers young people, from a diverse collection of backgrounds, the opportunity and support to perform abridged productions of Shakespeare plays in their local professional theatre.
Organisation: Shakespeare Schools Festival Postcode: M15 6JA Contact: Bhavita Bhatt Email: bhavita.bhatt@ssf.uk.com Art form: Description: The Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) is an arts-education charity unique in its reach across the UK. It offers young people, from a diverse collection of backgrounds, the opportunity and support to perform abridged productions of Shakespeare plays in their local professional theatre.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 half days a week Time of day you would be required: They will work from home and manage their own hours. When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit ten Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities, occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile, as well as researching possible sponsors for the Festival. Our new ambassadors will approach local businesses and companies, asking them to sponsor a theatre night.
Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit ten Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities, occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile and school registration as well as researching possible sponsors for...
Organisation: Shakespeare Schools Festival Postcode: BT1 3WH Contact: Bhavita Bhatt Email: bhavita.bhatt@ssk.uk.com Art form: Description: The Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) is an arts-education charity unique in its reach across the UK. It offers young people, from a diverse collection of backgrounds, the opportunity and support to perform abridged productions of Shakespeare plays in their local professional theatre.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 half days a week, Time of day you would be required: They will work from home and manage their own hours When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit ten Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities, occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile and school registration as well as researching possible sponsors for the Festival.
Organisation: Shakespeare Schools Festival Postcode: B5 4DY Contact: Bhavita Bhatt Email: bhavita.bhatt@ssf.uk.com Art form: Description: The Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) is an arts-education charity unique in its reach across the UK. It offers young people, from a diverse collection of backgrounds, the opportunity and support to perform abridged productions of Shakespeare plays in their local professional theatre.
Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit ten Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities , occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile and school registration as well as researching possible sponsors fo...
Organisation: Shakespeare Schools Festival Postcode: CB1 7GX Contact: Bhavita Bhatt Email: bhavita.bhatt@ssk.uk.com Art form: Description: The Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) is an arts-education charity unique in its reach across the UK. It offers young people, from a diverse collection of backgrounds, the opportunity and support to perform abridged productions of Shakespeare plays in their local professional theatre.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 half days a week, Time of day you would be required: They will work from home and manage their own hours When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit ten Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities , occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile and school registration as well as researching possible sponsors for the Festival. This year we are hosting 158 nights in professional theatres (with four schools performing each night). Our new ambassadors will research and approach local businesses and companies, asking them to sponsor a theatre night. In the East of England there are 17 performance nights taking place at: Broxbourne Civic Hall, The Civic (Chelmsford), The Gordon Craig Theatre (Stevenage), The Junction (Cambridge), The Key (Peterborough), The Library (Luton), The New Wolsey Theatre (Ipswich), The Norwich Play House, The Palace Theatre (Southend-on-sea) and The Thameside Theatre (Thurrock).
Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit 10 Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities, occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile and school registration as well as researching possible sponsors for ...
Organisation: Shakespeare Schools Festival Postcode: EC2Y 5DN Contact: Bhavita Bhatt Email: olivia.amory@ssf.uk.com Art form: Description: The Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) is an arts-education charity unique in its reach across the UK. It offers young people, from a diverse collection of backgrounds, the opportunity and support to perform abridged productions of Shakespeare plays in their local professional theatre.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Work from home - 2 half days a week Time of day you would be required: They could manage their own hours When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Shakespeare Schools Festival wants to recruit 10 Ambassadors across the country to join our team. They will work from home in their local communities, occasionally visiting theatres, schools or businesses in order to raise profile and school registration as well as researching possible sponsors for the Festival. This year we are hosting 158 nights in professional theatres (with four schools performing each night). Our new ambassadors will research and approach local businesses and companies, asking them to sponsor a theatre night.
We require volunteers to assist in the setting up of projects for the Games Walk - a public art trail and performance festival on the bridges and river banks between the Brunel designed Windsor Railway Bridge and Dorney Rowing Lake. Created as a celebration of the UK 2012 Olympic Games and to build ...
Organisation: The Firestation Centre for Arts & Culture Postcode: SL4 3BL Contact: Dan Eastmond Email: Info@firestationartcentre.com Art form: Description: The Firestation is a contemporary arts centre right in the heart of Windsor showing an exciting programme of films, music, comedy, dance, theatre, 2D and time based art. We host a number of creative community outreach and participation projects in Windsor and the surrounding areas.
Area of volunteering: Project support and assistance - various roles How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1-3 days a week - project dependant Time of day you would be required: Day time and/or Weekends When can you start: October onwards Number of volunteers required: 5 Brief description of the volunteering job: We require volunteers to assist in the setting up of projects for the Games Walk - a public art trail and performance festival on the bridges and river banks between the Brunel designed Windsor Railway Bridge and Dorney Rowing Lake. Created as a celebration of the UK 2012 Olympic Games and to build a lasting attraction in the region.
We are seeking a number of volunteers to assist with a number of roles availble here in our beautiful craft gallery: to assist with promoting the Guild, front of house, retail, marketing, general PR, or even basic till/sales. Training is provided, some retail experience desired but not essential and...
Organisation: The Courthouse Gallery, Home of the Somerset Guild of Craftsmen Postcode: TA11 7LX Contact: Ruth Keenlyside Email: courthouse@somersetguild.co.uk Art form: Description: The Courthouse Gallery exhibits and sells a diverse selection of eclectic and beautifully crafted items, representing the very best of craftsmanship from the length and breadth of Somerset. Our ethos is to champion and nurture our local designers and host a number of themed exhibitions throughout the year to offer inspiring, contemporary, functional and affordable craft to suit all tastes.
Area of volunteering: Steward (gallery) How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Varied, min one day a month, additional preferred Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: 10am - 5pm Number of volunteers required: No limit Brief description of the volunteering job: We are seeking a number of volunteers to assist with a number of roles availble here in our beautiful craft gallery: to assist with promoting the Guild, front of house, retail, marketing, general PR, or even basic till/sales. Training is provided, some retail experience desired but not essential and references are mandatory.
To look at the Museums website in order to maximise its use, analysing the data that is available and what we can do to update it.
Organisation: Court Barn Postcode: GL55 6JE Contact: Sarah McCormick Healy Email: curator@courtbarn.org.uk Art form: Description: The Museum celebrates the lives of nine craftsmen who have lived and worked in the north Cotswolds since C.R.Ashbee brought his Guild of Handicraft here in 1902. Special exhibitions and events are held throughout the year.
Area of volunteering: IT How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Monthly Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: To look at the Museums website in order to maximise its use, analysing the data that is available and what we can do to update it.
To look at ways of raising the Museum's profile, to attract new audiences whilst maintaining a relationship with existing visitors. How can the Museum use social media to its advantage? To build and maintain relationships with press, looking at the stories that would be of interest.
Area of volunteering: PR How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Monthly Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: To look at ways of raising the Museum's profile, to attract new audiences whilst maintaining a relationship with existing visitors. How can the Museum use social media to its advantage? To build and maintain relationships with press, looking at the stories that would be of interest.
Wrest Park is undergoing a major transformation and we are recruiting volunteers to be part of this. There are a range of volunteer roles including house and garden guides, events assistants and buggy drivers.
Organisation: Enlish Heritage Postcode: MK45 4HR Contact: Caroline Matthews Email: Caroline.Matthews@English-Heritage.org.uk Art form: Description: We are the Government's principal adviser on the historic envirnoment and our role is to champion and carf for the historic environment.
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Number and length of sessions to be agreed Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 10 Brief description of the volunteering job: Wrest Park is undergoing a major transformation and we are recruiting volunteers to be part of this. There are a range of volunteer roles including house and garden guides, events assistants and buggy drivers.
We are looking for advice to improve the quality and scope of our marketing. The aim of this is to attract more audience members to our shows. We are looking for advice on traditional marketing routes as well as innovative suggestions.
Organisation: cube theatre Postcode: tr11th Contact: Benjamin Symes Email: benjamin@cube-theatre.co.uk Art form: Description: A theatre company which produces well-written plays that are emotionally deep, thought-provoking and entertaining. We are a small and dedicated team. We deliver tours to theatres, schools and village halls. We also work in schools to produce plays and deliver workshops. Our good reputation is building and we wish to continue to raise our profile.
Area of volunteering: Marketing How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: As much as they wish to be Time of day you would be required: Whenever it suits When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are looking for advice to improve the quality and scope of our marketing. The aim of this is to attract more audience members to our shows. We are looking for advice on traditional marketing routes as well as innovative suggestions.
Somebody that can offer advice, both traditional and innovative, on ways of raising money from corporate sponsorship.
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: As much as they can be Time of day you would be required: Whenever it suits When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: Somebody that can offer advice, both traditional and innovative, on ways of raising money from corporate sponsorship.
We wish to raise our profile and are looking for somebody skilled in PR to help us do this. We want to look at both traditional and innovative ways of getting through the door of more prestigious and reputable venues. We are looking for ways to use PR also to build our audience base.
Organisation: cube theatre Postcode: tr11th Contact: Benjamin Symes Email: benjamin@cube-theatre.co.uk Art form: Description: A theatre company producing well-written plays that are emotionally deep, thought-provoking and entertaining. We produce work for adults and younger audiences. We are a small dedicated team. We produce tours to theatres, village halls and schools. We also work in schools producing plays and delivering workshops. Our good reputation is building and we wish to continue to raise our profile.
Area of volunteering: PR How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: As much as they can be to fulfill the need Time of day you would be required: Whenever they can be available When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We wish to raise our profile and are looking for somebody skilled in PR to help us do this. We want to look at both traditional and innovative ways of getting through the door of more prestigious and reputable venues. We are looking for ways to use PR also to build our audience base.
1. Researching and obtaining bookings for local and national festivals eg: Voice festivals or Poetry festivals since I write settings of poems. 2. Setting up small scale tours of regional arts centres. I would need someone who already had experience in this area. 3. Applying for Research and Devel...
Organisation: Anima Postcode: 146 Powerscroft Rd London E5 0PR Contact: Joanna Foster Email: jofoster73@gmail.com Art form: Description: Anima is an acapella quartet, formed in 2007 who perform regularly in London and throughout the UK.We also run singing workshops and are attached to local community choir 'Hackney Voices'. I, Joanna Foster lead the group and write all the music. which is a fusion of folk, soul and jazz. I also do most of the administration for the group.
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Three days a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September 12th onwards Number of volunteers required: Two Brief description of the volunteering job: 1. Researching and obtaining bookings for local and national festivals eg: Voice festivals or Poetry festivals since I write settings of poems. 2. Setting up small scale tours of regional arts centres. I would need someone who already had experience in this area. 3. Applying for Research and Development grants for new writing which involves local artists and a community choir.
Helping to promote and help out with the general running of events we put on, either at exhibitions or workshops with schools.
Organisation: South West Artwork Postcode: DT3 6NT Contact: Laura Mulhern Email: laura@southwest-artwork.co.uk Art form: Description: Providing and promoting contemporary artists from the South West. We do this through temporary exhibitions in unusual spaces, rotation of artwork in business venues, workshops with schools and community groups and selling art and design products to various outlets.
Area of volunteering: Event management How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2-3 days a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 5 Brief description of the volunteering job: Helping to promote and help out with the general running of events we put on, either at exhibitions or workshops with schools.
motiroti has different project management opportunities that may be configured around a volunteer's skills and availability. They include: - managing the closure of our current office and our migration to becoming an 'online organisation' (divesting of equipment, storage arrangements, sourcing of ho...
Organisation: motiroti Postcode: N1 0QD Contact: motiroti Email: tim@motiroti.com Art form: Description: motiroti is an award-winning arts organisation that works across artistic disciplines. Our form is migration; our content is art. Putting participation at the heart of our work, we collaborate with communities experiencing migration to help them tell their stories within the highest quality professional arts contexts.
Area of volunteering: Project management How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 2 days/week approx Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1-2, depending on availability Brief description of the volunteering job: motiroti has different project management opportunities that may be configured around a volunteer's skills and availability. They include: - managing the closure of our current office and our migration to becoming an 'online organisation' (divesting of equipment, storage arrangements, sourcing of hotdesk space and new softwares etc) - coordinating ing aspects of our creative projects
You will play an important key role in assisting the Stage Manager in all areas of show preparation and execution, so the post will be varied. Duties will include script-handling, managing props, working closely with the professional actors and young cast, and also helping with general administratio...
Organisation: Proper Job Theatre Company Postcode: HD1 1ND Contact: Chloe Whitehead Email: chloe@properjob.org.uk Art form: Description: We are a touring theatre company. Proper Job Theatre Company was established in 1985. The company has a history of profound engagement creating exciting projects using theatre to inspire change.
Area of volunteering: Assistant to Stage Manager How long would you need to volunteer for: Beginning August – Beginning October How often you would be required: 16 - 22 hours per week Time of day you would be required: Mainly daytime with occasional evening/ weekends When can you start: Beginning of August Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: You will play an important key role in assisting the Stage Manager in all areas of show preparation and execution, so the post will be varied. Duties will include script-handling, managing props, working closely with the professional actors and young cast, and also helping with general administration. Therefore, we require a dynamic, flexible individual who can work well in a team and use their own initiative.
HAC Ambassadors are a new voluntary role at the arts centre, helping us ensure our marketing material is in the right places and we are programming the right things. In return, we offer a range of benefits including free tickets and the opportunity to programme your own event.
Organisation: Harrow Arts Centre Postcode: HA5 4EA Contact: Cate Gordon Email: cate.gordon@harrow.gov.uk Art form: Description: Harrow Arts Centre is a vibrant, mixed arts venue in North London. We programme a wide range of exciting arts performances and exhibitions, workshops and events, as well as host many local arts organisations who deliver their work from our spaces.
Area of volunteering: Audience development How long would you need to volunteer for: Volunteers can take this role for up to one year at a time How often you would be required: Some time each week, in your own schedule Time of day you would be required: Choose the activities you undertake to fit with your own schedule When can you start: Summer 2011 Number of volunteers required: 30 Brief description of the volunteering job: HAC Ambassadors are a new voluntary role at the arts centre, helping us ensure our marketing material is in the right places and we are programming the right things. In return, we offer a range of benefits including free tickets and the opportunity to programme your own event.
As a small charity all of our computer hardware has been donated and is of a varying standard. We infrequently need help resolving small problems and would benefit from an overall check up on all computers as they run very slowly.
Organisation: Studio Upstairs Postcode: BS1 6UT Contact: Erica Pease Email: erica.pease@studioupstairs.org.uk Art form: Description: We are a small charity providing artistic resources and therapeutic support for adults suffering with mental health issues. We encourage social integration through the practice of art.
Area of volunteering: IT How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: On an ad hoc basis Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: As soon as convenient Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: As a small charity all of our computer hardware has been donated and is of a varying standard. We infrequently need help resolving small problems and would benefit from an overall check up on all computers as they run very slowly.
Help us develop a PR strategy and action aspects of it. One of our key focus areas for the next year is the need to profile our work better and we welcome the volunteer to lead on that.
Organisation: London Bubble Theatre Company Postcode: SE164JD Contact: Shipra Ogra Email: shipra@londonbubble.org.uk Art form: Description: Making theatre with community and a community with theatre
Area of volunteering: PR How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Depending on project could range from once a week to once a month Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September 2011 Number of volunteers required: 1 to 2 depending on area of exeprtise Brief description of the volunteering job: Help us develop a PR strategy and action aspects of it. One of our key focus areas for the next year is the need to profile our work better and we welcome the volunteer to lead on that.
Returns and Laundry Volunteer This role involves the care and maintenance of the collection. Tasks include; greeting customers returning costumes, checking all items have been returned in good condition, completing paperwork as required, sorting returned items for laundry, dry cleaning and other mai...
Organisation: Surrey Arts Wardrobe Postcode: GU22 9PR Contact: Aimee Fairhurst Email: aimee.fairhurst@surreycc.gov.uk Art form: Description: We hire costumes and props to schools, groups, professional companies and private individuals – basically, anybody and everybody. We are fantastic for finding unique outfits and creating good quality fancy dress just that little bit out of the ordinary. We have approximately 7500 items of clothing on rails and 15,000-20,000 items in boxes. <a href="www.surreycc.gov.uk/wardrobe" target="new window"/>www.surreycc.gov.uk/wardrobe</a>
Area of volunteering: Customer services How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Min half a day, max five days per week Time of day you would be required: Anytime during opening hours When can you start: September Number of volunteers required: No maximum Brief description of the volunteering job: Returns and Laundry Volunteer This role involves the care and maintenance of the collection. Tasks include; greeting customers returning costumes, checking all items have been returned in good condition, completing paperwork as required, sorting returned items for laundry, dry cleaning and other maintenance, washing, hand washing, ironing, pressing, steaming and preparing items for return to rails. Identifying items requiring repair.
Membership Administrator We hire costumes and props to schools, groups, professional companies and private individuals – basically, anybody and everybody. We are fantastic for finding unique outfits and creating good quality fancy dress just that little bit out of the ordinary. We have approximately...
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Half a day, once a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September Number of volunteers required: One Brief description of the volunteering job: Membership Administrator We hire costumes and props to schools, groups, professional companies and private individuals – basically, anybody and everybody. We are fantastic for finding unique outfits and creating good quality fancy dress just that little bit out of the ordinary. We have approximately 7500 items of clothing on rails and 15,000-20,000 items in boxes. www.surreycc.gov.uk/wardrobe
Friend Scheme Administrator This role involves; marketing the Friends of Surrey Arts Wardrobe scheme; setting up new Friends on the Wardrobe system, including creating Friend specific hire documentation templates, maintaining the Friends database, creating Friends cards and corresponding with Friend...
Area of volunteering: Communications How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Half a day, once a week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September Number of volunteers required: One Brief description of the volunteering job: Friend Scheme Administrator This role involves; marketing the Friends of Surrey Arts Wardrobe scheme; setting up new Friends on the Wardrobe system, including creating Friend specific hire documentation templates, maintaining the Friends database, creating Friends cards and corresponding with Friends via phone, email and letter.
Database Administrator This role involves; accurately entering data from our hire records onto our customer database, extracting appropriate information from the hire records and entering it into our customer monitoring database, filing and archiving old hire records and, maintaining the databases t...
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Half a day, once a month Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September Number of volunteers required: One Brief description of the volunteering job: Database Administrator This role involves; accurately entering data from our hire records onto our customer database, extracting appropriate information from the hire records and entering it into our customer monitoring database, filing and archiving old hire records and, maintaining the databases to ensure their consistency and adherence to data protection legislation.
This role involves; contacting customers via telephone, email and letter to request payment of outstanding invoices, searching for like items in order to set fair replacement charges for lost and damaged items, issuing invoices for missing items. This role is extremely important to the smooth runni...
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Half day per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: September Number of volunteers required: One Brief description of the volunteering job: This role involves; contacting customers via telephone, email and letter to request payment of outstanding invoices, searching for like items in order to set fair replacement charges for lost and damaged items, issuing invoices for missing items. This role is extremely important to the smooth running of the wardrobe, the volunteer will become an integral part of the team.
We are looking for an individual who will offer training and advice to our Front of House and Box Office teams in order to improve upon our current levels of customer service.
Organisation: Salisbury Playhouse Postcode: SP2 7RA Contact: Kate Mills Email: campaign@salisburyplayhouse.com Art form: Description: Salisbury Playhouse is a nationally acclaimed producing theatre, staging around 14 productions each year created in our onsite workshop, wardrobe and prop-making store. Our onstage work is complemented by our extensive outreach programme, where we engage with over 14,000 people each year.
Area of volunteering: Customer services How long would you need to volunteer for: Up to 1 year How often you would be required: 1 day per week Time of day you would be required: Some flexibility may be required as it would include supporting staff who work either days, evenings or weekends. When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are looking for an individual who will offer training and advice to our Front of House and Box Office teams in order to improve upon our current levels of customer service.
We are looking for an individual to spearhead the theatre’s drive to improve its Access facilities for our disabled patrons. The role includes looking at current amenities, exploring avenues for improvement, obtaining quotes, forming user groups and finding potential sources of funding.
Organisation: Salisbury Playhouse Postcode: SP2 7RA Contact: Kate Mills Email: campaign@slaisburyplayhouse.com Art form: Description: Salisbury Playhouse is a nationally acclaimed producing theatre, staging around 14 productions each year created in our onsite workshop, wardrobe and prop-making store. Our onstage work is complemented by our extensive outreach programme, where we engage with over 14,000 people each year.
Area of volunteering: Disability access How long would you need to volunteer for: 1 year How often you would be required: One day per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: As soon as posible Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are looking for an individual to spearhead the theatre’s drive to improve its Access facilities for our disabled patrons. The role includes looking at current amenities, exploring avenues for improvement, obtaining quotes, forming user groups and finding potential sources of funding.
To raise money, ideally for endowment, but related to cost of season or individual concerts. Current fees budget £12,000, should ideally be at least £18,000.
Organisation: Oxford Chamber Music Society Postcode: OX13 6QQ Contact: Jim Haworth Email: haworths@waitrose.com Art form: Description: OCMS, founded 1898, runs 6 high class concerts p.a. in the historic Holywell Music Room featuring groups of national and international status. Costs rise more than income. <a href="http://www.oxfordchambermusic.org" target="new window">www.oxfordchambermusic.org</a>
Area of volunteering: Fundraising How long would you need to volunteer for: Approx 12 months How often you would be required: Own discretion Time of day you would be required: Own discretion When can you start: Own discretion Number of volunteers required: Minimum one Brief description of the volunteering job: To raise money, ideally for endowment, but related to cost of season or individual concerts. Current fees budget £12,000, should ideally be at least £18,000.
We are looking fr admin / marketing help to promote work of Wise Thoughts & specific Community / Volunteers / Stewards needs around GFEST - Gaywise FESTival from October. Volunterrs can choose to work full time / part time and daytime + evenings during and leading up to GFEST 2011 (dates 7 to 20 No...
Organisation: Wise Thoughts Postcode: N22 6XD Contact: Subodh Rathod Email: info@wisethoughts.org Art form: Description: Established in 1999, Wise Thoughts creates dynamic arts initiatives such as GFEST– Gaywise FESTival, London's LGBT arts festival for all, http://www.gaywisefestival.org.uk/ We deliver services to help address social justice issues and needs of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) and Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities.
Area of volunteering: Administration How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Daily / Parttime Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: 1 August - 1 October 2011 Number of volunteers required: Ip to 20 Brief description of the volunteering job: We are looking fr admin / marketing help to promote work of Wise Thoughts & specific Community / Volunteers / Stewards needs around GFEST - Gaywise FESTival from October. Volunterrs can choose to work full time / part time and daytime + evenings during and leading up to GFEST 2011 (dates 7 to 20 Nov) Please fill out the online form to apply to volunteer for GFEST / Wise Thoughts<a href="http://www.gaywisefestival.org.uk/volunteer.php" target="0" />www.gaywisefestival.org.uk/volunteer.php</a>
Volunteers urgently required to help develop public participation events across east London:To help manage database, Write newsletters and blog... to break a world record!
Organisation: Jump4London Postcode: E8 4LP Contact: Clare Email: jump4london@gmail.com Art form: Description: To Give Children, Special Needs, or people less fortunate a chance to achieve.To help Break a World Record in celebration of London 2012
Area of volunteering: Event management How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: 1 day per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 3 Brief description of the volunteering job: Volunteers urgently required to help develop public participation events across east London:To help manage database, Write newsletters and blog... to break a world record!
From the 15th of August till the 4th of September we will be hosting the first ever UK visit of the Museum of Broken Relationships. This award winning exhibition is based in Zagreb, Croatia and is now touring the world. During its stay, we have curated a whole bunch of one-off events. More informa...
Organisation: Tristan Bates Theatre Postcode: WC2H 9NP Contact: Ine Van Riet Email: tbtinfo@actorscentre.co.uk Art form: Description: The Tristan Bates Theatre is the thorn in the side of the West End. Our intimate studio has received critical acclaim for Bane, Bane 2, Our Style is Legendary, Krapp,39, Lilly Through The Dark, Motherland, Crush, I Found My Horn, And Then You Die! and Louder Than Words. Our flagship projects include Ignition and The Midnight Matinees.Contact: 020 763 28010 <a href="www.tristanbatestheatre.co.uk" target="new window">www.tristanbatestheatre.co.uk</a>
Area of volunteering: Front of House How long would you need to volunteer for: One-off How often you would be required: At least two shifts of 6 hours a week Time of day you would be required: Day or Evening Shift - Weekdays or Weekend When can you start: 15th August Number of volunteers required: 35 Brief description of the volunteering job: From the 15th of August till the 4th of September we will be hosting the first ever UK visit of the Museum of Broken Relationships. This award winning exhibition is based in Zagreb, Croatia and is now touring the world. During its stay, we have curated a whole bunch of one-off events. More information on these events can be found here: http://www.tristanbatestheatre.co.uk/Production_Details_events.asp We require require help staffing our two exhibition spaces and some of our ticketed events including the Private Viewing/Press Event.
1) secure regional TV coverage for our International Community Garden Open Day,3rd Sept 2) leading up to art exhibition, mid Dec: research + get features in appropriate national magazines, Guardian, Independent, Community/Refugee Council etc magazines, online mags; 3) Liaise with our trainee Public...
Organisation: YUMI (York Unifying and multicultural Initiative) Postcode: YO10 4NA Contact: Sasiki Hubberstey Email: sasiki@yumiyork.org Art form: Description: YUMI creates arts-based events and projects that bring together people from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) groups and those who see themselves as settled here. We develop people's skills through collaboration and training so that they can take an active role in the community.
Area of volunteering: PR How long would you need to volunteer for: Immediately until New Year How often you would be required: half day per week Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: Immediately Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: 1) secure regional TV coverage for our International Community Garden Open Day,3rd Sept 2) leading up to art exhibition, mid Dec: research + get features in appropriate national magazines, Guardian, Independent, Community/Refugee Council etc magazines, online mags; 3) Liaise with our trainee Publicity person fortnightly
We need a treasurer to report to the Board. It needs to be someone who has sound finacial bussiness knowledge who can suport the Director and Book Keeper through the finacial management and keep the the Board informed of the financial position. The Centre currently uses the Sage finacial package -kn...
Organisation: Bridgwater Arts Centre Postcode: TA6 3DD Contact: Charlie Dearden Email: charlie@bridgwaterartscentre.co.uk Art form: Description: The Centre provides artistic and creative opportunities to the people of Bridgwater. We enable the community to experience a range of high quality arts activities. The professional programme of dance, theatre, music, film, literature, visual arts integrates with a participatory programme giving the community experience in activities which do transform the way people learn and explore the world around them.
Area of volunteering: Finance How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Monthly Board meetings , monthly contact with book keeper Time of day you would be required: Monday evenings and daytime to suit them When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: 1 Brief description of the volunteering job: We need a treasurer to report to the Board. It needs to be someone who has sound finacial bussiness knowledge who can suport the Director and Book Keeper through the finacial management and keep the the Board informed of the financial position. The Centre currently uses the Sage finacial package -knowledge of this would help.
• Cafe/bar consultant who will guide and advise on decisions regarding stock lines and suppliers, styling, staffing, pricing and marketing• Artists' shop / retail consultant who will guide and advise on decisions regarding stock, display, staffing, pricing and marketing• Arts marketing specialist wh...
Organisation: Phoenix Brighton Postcode: BN2 9NB Contact: Clare Hankinson Email: clare@phoenixbrighton.org Art form: Description: Phoenix provides 100+ studio spaces, short-term project space for hire by community groups and supports a gallery and education programme which bring together professional artists and the general public in a friendly and creative environment.
Area of volunteering: Cafe/Bar and/or Artists Shop/Retail Consultant. Also an Arts Marketing Specialist How long would you need to volunteer for: 2 months to 1 year depending How often you would be required: 1 - 6 days per month depending Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: As soon as possible Number of volunteers required: 1 - 4 Brief description of the volunteering job: • Cafe/bar consultant who will guide and advise on decisions regarding stock lines and suppliers, styling, staffing, pricing and marketing• Artists' shop / retail consultant who will guide and advise on decisions regarding stock, display, staffing, pricing and marketing• Arts marketing specialist who will devise, lead and evaluate focus groups with (a) existing and new audiences to explore how to increase attendance and with (b) artists to explore artists' needs in terms of a hub/resource and then take a strategic overview and advise how we can best scale up our marketing activities within the resources available to usWe are undertaking a redevelopment of the whole of the ground floor of Phoenix Brighton which includes redesigning the public areas to create a centre for contemporary art featuring a large and versatile gallery space, a cafe/bar, a meeting place for artists and the public, and two new workshop/education rooms. The café/bar will be linked to one workshop by way of a sliding wall, which, when opened, will create one large area for events, talks and films. We will also be developing a gallery shop, an office space for arts organisations, and creating a new entrance and public terrace with space for external sculptures.
The DHC was created to provide a repository for items that illustrate the vibrant and important history of the local area. Cataloguing and caring for the collection is a vital activity that ensures the history of the Forest of Dean is never forgotten. Volunteers would help archive, catalogue and dig...
Organisation: Dean Heritage Centre Postcode: GL14 2UB Contact: Alex Smith Email: alex@deanheritagecentre.com Art form: Description: The Dean Heritage centre is a tourist attraction and museum dedictated to protecting and preserving the unique history and heritage of the Forest of Dean.
Area of volunteering: Archiving How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: Any morning or afternoon they desire Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: Unlimited Brief description of the volunteering job: The DHC was created to provide a repository for items that illustrate the vibrant and important history of the local area. Cataloguing and caring for the collection is a vital activity that ensures the history of the Forest of Dean is never forgotten. Volunteers would help archive, catalogue and digitise the important onsite collection.
The Dean Heritage Centre offers a wide range of volunteering opportunities across its five acre site. The centre values the important work of its current team of volunteers who provide continued support across all areas of the site in order to offer a wide range of services every day of the year (ex...
Organisation: Dean Heritage Centre Postcode: GL14 2UB Contact: Iris Wright Email: iris@deanheritagecentre.com Art form: Description: The Dean Heritage Centre is a tourist attraction and museum dedicated to protecting and preserving the unique history and heritage of the Forest of Dean.
Area of volunteering: Reception duties How long would you need to volunteer for: On-going How often you would be required: For as many morning or afternoon shifts as desired Time of day you would be required: Daytime When can you start: ASAP Number of volunteers required: As many as possible Brief description of the volunteering job: The Dean Heritage Centre offers a wide range of volunteering opportunities across its five acre site. The centre values the important work of its current team of volunteers who provide continued support across all areas of the site in order to offer a wide range of services every day of the year (excluding 24th-28th December). By becoming a member of this vital team, individuals help to protect and preserve the wonderful history and heritage of the Forest of Dean.
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