Trailblaze: In-Situ Placement

We are looking for a creative, energetic person to join our artist led team. This an amazing opportunity for the right candidate to spend 12 weeks developing their artists skills within a art focused environment. You will be given creative support to create work that supports In-Situ art projects in Pendle.

This post is funded by Curious Minds as part of the Trailblaze programme.  As a result of funding restrictions, the post can only be offered to 16 to 18 year olds*, we are particularly interested in hearing from you if you are not in education, employment or training, or you are currently studying an entry level or level one college course.  The Trailblaze programme provides additional personal support when gaining employment and during the job itself. Please note you may be required to give evidence of your circumstances as part of the application process.  All applications will be treated confidentially.  If you are interested, but uncertain as to whether you are eligible or not, then please contact holly.ball@curiousminds.org.uk for an informal chat about the placement

*We may be able to accept some 19 – 20 year olds dependant on your personal circumstances

• Documentation and collation/editing of material gathered on going projects. This includes a weekly update of the In-Situ blog.
• Social media, including Twitter, Facebook and Vine
• Contributing content on In Situ social media, helping to distribute promotional materials for events (by putting up posters, emailing relevant partners & networks and updating the In Situ website)

• Attend team meetings with the core artists team
• Working from the Brierfield library studio and Northlight Mill workshop space – documenting and contributing to the In Situ programme. Also supporting other aspects of our work e.g. helping out at events/exhibitions in the In Situ library space and Northlight Mill.

• Keep a blog/diary/sketchbook of your work to evidence your creative learning and to reflect on your work with in-situ
• To work along side visiting artists as part of the in-residence programme and support them if and when necessary
• To work along side Library staff, other partners and In-Situ staff/volunteers
• To keep accurate timesheets of hours of work.
• To demonstrate a high level of personal motivation and an ability to interact positively with participants, volunteers and any other agencies who become a part of the organisation.
• To carry out other duties in line with the level of the post.

This role would suit someone who has…..

• Basic skills in camera work this can be using a smart phone.
• Simple video editing skills using basic programmes.
• Has a basic understanding of IT, including the use of social media.

• Interest in one or more of an arts area, for example: performance, installation, film, sound, music, sculpture, painting, poet, writing, fashion.

This is a great opportunity for someone who.…

• Wants to learn more about the arts by working alongside artists and creative professionals.
• Get more involved with the local community.
• Develop documenting skills
• Understanding arts projects and events.

• Ability to work unsociable hours as and when required.

• A level/BTec or equivalent in Art
• Art GCSE

And/or

• Interest in the arts and evidence of making films or documentation with a camera

• Evidence of interest in the arts, for example, through work examples, visits to galleries, voluntary work or community project work. (Essential)
• Experience of working creatively, individually. (Essential)
• Experience of working as part of a team.
• A strong interest in creativity or the arts (Essential)
• Ability to work on own initiative with little supervision. (Essential)
• Experience of dealing with members of the public both in person, over the telephone and by email/letter.
• Positive attitude to community work with the ability to listen to and respond to different peoples needs. (Essential)

• An interest in the arts (in it’s broadest sense). (Essential)
• An interest in understanding how art can support communities.
• Ability to communicate effectively on all levels both verbally and in writing. (Essential)
• Excellent time management, organisational and presentation skills.
• Ability to work well with others and show a positive attitude in the work place. (Essential)
• An understanding of IT and related applications. (Essential)

• Friendly and outgoing (Essential)
• Willingness to learn (Essential)
• Ability to problem solve
• Cooperative
• Versatile
• Resourceful