Open funds, paid opportunities and trusteeships in Cornwall's creative sector
News from the sector
An Introduction to the Treasure Process for Museums from Cornwall’s Finds Liaison Officer: 3rd July, 11-11.30AM and 9th July, 2-2.30PM, online
The session will cover:
An overview of the Treasure process
How to express an interest in acquiring an item of Treasure and what happens next
Key players
Timelines
What to expect
Please contact Steph Clemens, MDO for more information: cultureteam@cornwall.gov.uk.
Funding Opportunities
Early Career Promoter Fund from PRS Foundation
The new and ambitious Early Career Promoter Fund recognises the vital role independent promoters play in supporting the talent pipeline across England. Grants of up to £3,500 will be available to support a range of activity, including:
The booking, programming and promotion of gigs, concerts, club nights, showcases, tours and other performances
Costs associated with those activities (including venue hire, production, artist and/or DJ fees, crew fees, administration and other related costs)
Capacity building (including mentoring, coaching, shadowing, workshops, masterclasses, and other skill building and networking opportunities)
Other expenditure which helps grantees to programme a diverse range of artists, develop new audiences and build their skills
Click here to read more about the fund. Applications close on the 13th of June.
Applications for Cornwall Innovation’s Business Competition are now open
The prize is the use of a fully furnished 2 person office in Tremough Innovation Centre, Penryn including free Business support and Mentoring. Your business is eligible if it is:
A Cornish SME with a Turnover exceeding £12,000 (2022/23)
Registered before January 2022
Tech related business, based in Cornwall, with potential for high growth
Have an ambition to grow your business
Click here to read more about the prize. Applications close on 30th of June.
Paid Opportunities
Engagement Representative at The Pearl Exchange
Location: Bude
Deadline: 14th of June 2024. This is a flexible position, advertised at 8-10 hours per week. The successful candidate must be able to attend meetings in Bude on Tuesdays. The advertised rate of pay is £13 per hour.
The Pearl Exchange are recruiting for an Engagement Representative to distribute print media and conduct face to face outreach to break down barriers to engagement and build footfall amongst their target audience. The role would suit someone confident and sociable, keen to make connections and meet new people. This role requires access to a car and some driving.
Story Collector at intoBodmin
Location: Bodmin
Deadline: 17th of June 2024. This is a fixed term contract, and the role is for 5 events over the summer, which will always be more than 2 hours long. The advertised rate of pay is £16.75 per hour.
To be suitable for this role, intoBodmin are looking for people who:
Are available to attend a number of cultural events in Bodmin and the surrounding area this summer and autumn. Some of these events will be in the day-time, some in the evening, on both weekdays and weekends;
Are interested in people, enjoy talking and listening to others;
Have the confidence to approach people of all backgrounds, ages and abilities and initiate conversation with them;
Have excellent interpersonal skills and help people feel at ease
Trustee Opportunities
Trustees at Creative Kernow
Location: Redruth
Deadline: 5th of July. This is a voluntary position, with an initial term of 4 years.
Creative Kernow are looking to appoint 5 trustees, and seek the following skills and representation needs for the board:
Lived experience of disability or a long-term health condition
Lived experience of advancing anti racism and developing inclusive culture
Current experience working as an artist or creative freelancer in Cornwall
Commercial business experience particularly at a senior management/director level
Legal knowledge particularly employment law
Health and Safety expertise
Marketing and/or fundraising expertise