Open funds, paid opportunities and trusteeships in Cornwall's creative sector
News from the sector
Are you looking for creative/digital workspace to rent in South East Cornwall?
The Workshed Liskeard Cattle Market has availability for studio/office space. A vibrant hot-desking area and meeting spaces are also available.
South East Cornwall Museum Forum Grand Family/Local History Discovery Day, 15th June, 10AM-3PM, Liskeard Public Hall
Join South East Cornwall Museum Forum for a day exploring connections to local history and family history. Information and displays will be available from a range of organisations, and it is free to attend.
Contact Lizzy Asprey for more information, 01752847800.
Funding Opportunities
Applications for Q Fund from Cornwall Council are now open
The Q Fund wants to improve diversity, excellence and creativity in Cornish literature. You can apply for Grants of between £50 to £500 towards local research work in literary or allied subjects. Grants are for:
research or production costs
Click here to read more about the fund. Applications close on the 13th of May.
Applications for Capacity Builder from Museum Development South West are now open
This funding scheme offers grants to help develop professional skills and build confidence amongst those working in museums. This funding is open to all Accredited (or Working Towards Accreditation) museums, including National Portfolio Organisations. Grants of between £400 and £1,500 are available.
Click here to read more about the fund. Applications close on 17th of June.
Paid Opportunities
Senior Relationship Manager at Arts Council England
Location: South West
Deadline: 12th of May 2024. This is a full time, permanent position. The advertised salary is £40,000-£50,000.
The Senior Relationship Manager can expect to coordinate work for the South-West Area in the national policy area of Strategic Partnerships. You may also be responsible for other areas, including Diversity, Creative Media, Children, Young People and Learning, Engagement and Audiences, Philanthropy and Skills, and Workforce.
Archivist at Kresen Kernow
Location: Redruth
Deadline: 15th of May 2024. This is a fixed term contract. The advertised salary is £29,592 - £36,655.
Kresen Kernow are recruiting for a professionally qualified archivist to work as part of the Archives and Cornish Studies team based at Kresen Kernow, the archive centre for Cornwall, in Redruth. The collection includes the usual range of local authority archives, dating from the 12th century to the present day, as well as an extensive Cornish studies library.
Executive Assistant to the CEO & Creative Director at Hall for Cornwall
Location: Truro
Deadline: 19th May. This is a full time, permanent role. The advertised salary is £28,660.
Hall for Cornwall are looking to recruit a Executive Assistant who is personable, enthusiastic, and able to work independently to a high standard – good at organising people and confident using computers, spreadsheets, and databases. The post holder will have a strong written English and a good eye for proofreading and correcting grammar. Discreetly and confidentially, the successful candidate will ensure the CEO’s office runs smoothly by proactively following appropriate procedures.
Trustee Opportunities
Trustees at Leach Pottery
Location: St Ives
Deadline: 2nd June
Leach are looking for Trustees who will share the vision of the Leach Pottery and work with fellow Trustees to support the strategic development of the Leach Pottery and its exceptional staff. They are especially interested in applicants who have skills and experience in the following areas:
Local community - St Ives & Cornwall
Studio Ceramics Practitioner – small scale production
Fundraising
Finance
Museum collections management
Retail & income generation