The Pound arts centre in Corsham, a multi-purpose arts hub for north Wiltshire, is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic person to join our small team as a café bar casual.
Working predominantly on Saturday evenings from 5pm until the building is locked, this position would be suitable for someone with experience of working in a café bar environment who is interested in joining a small team within a thriving arts venue.
Hours: Casual hours on Saturday evenings and other evenings as required – from 5pm until building is locked; other casual daytime shifts may be available.
Salary: from £10,295 to £12,375 (pro-rata), dependent on qualifications and experience.
Appointment is on condition of suitable references.
For an application form and further details please contact Beth Quarmby.
Tel. 01249 712618 or email café.bar@poundarts.org.uk
Closing date: Wednesday 20 June 2012
Interviews: Wednesday 27 June 2012
Martin Campbell | Box Office & Venue Coordinator
Pound Arts | The Pound | Pound Pill | Corsham | Wiltshire SN13 9HX
01249 701628/712618 | martin.campbell@poundarts.org.uk | www.poundarts.org.uk
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Corsham Festivals | The Pound | Rural Arts Wiltshire | Rural Arts South Gloucestershire
The Pound Arts Trust Limited - Charity no 1102787 - Company no 4789736
Tuesday 29 May 2012
Art & Money
Gaining momentum in a changing economy
10.00 – 4pm, 19 June 2012, Bridport Arts Centre, Dorset
Cost £12.95 (includes lunch, refreshments and booking fee)
http://artandmoneybridport.eventbrite.co.uk/
Presented by Turning Point South West with support from Bridport Arts Centre, Big Picture, Dorset Loves Arts, Reveal, Somerset and Contemporary Art Society.
This professional development day is aimed at Contemporary Art practitioners who have been working for over 5 years. The day will give insights into the contemporary art market, an artists’ perspective on sustaining practice working outside and inside the gallery, and insights into new ways that digital technology can be employed to create a higher profile, and further income generating opportunities. With keynote presentations from Paul Hobson, Director of Contemporary Art Society; artist Tania Kovats; and presentations of digital platforms for use within a contemporary art practice from Peter Dickinson and Paul Stickland.
A limited number of places are available for small group ‘surgeries’ with the speakers in the afternoon. If you wish to take part in these sessions you will be asked to answer 2 questions as part of the booking process. As places are limited, if we are over-subscribed we will allocate places to those who we feel will most benefit from the sessions.
To book onto this event and for further details, please visit http://artandmoneybridport.eventbrite.co.uk/
Grace Davies
Regional Development Coordinator
Visual Arts South West (Turning Point South West)
Tel: +44 (0) 7812 575 480
Email: coordinatortpsw@gmail.com
Web: http://www.tpsw.squarespace.com
Twitter: @VisualArtsSW
Facebook: Visual Arts South West
Please note my working days are usually Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.
10.00 – 4pm, 19 June 2012, Bridport Arts Centre, Dorset
Cost £12.95 (includes lunch, refreshments and booking fee)
http://artandmoneybridport.eventbrite.co.uk/
Presented by Turning Point South West with support from Bridport Arts Centre, Big Picture, Dorset Loves Arts, Reveal, Somerset and Contemporary Art Society.
This professional development day is aimed at Contemporary Art practitioners who have been working for over 5 years. The day will give insights into the contemporary art market, an artists’ perspective on sustaining practice working outside and inside the gallery, and insights into new ways that digital technology can be employed to create a higher profile, and further income generating opportunities. With keynote presentations from Paul Hobson, Director of Contemporary Art Society; artist Tania Kovats; and presentations of digital platforms for use within a contemporary art practice from Peter Dickinson and Paul Stickland.
A limited number of places are available for small group ‘surgeries’ with the speakers in the afternoon. If you wish to take part in these sessions you will be asked to answer 2 questions as part of the booking process. As places are limited, if we are over-subscribed we will allocate places to those who we feel will most benefit from the sessions.
To book onto this event and for further details, please visit http://artandmoneybridport.eventbrite.co.uk/
Grace Davies
Regional Development Coordinator
Visual Arts South West (Turning Point South West)
Tel: +44 (0) 7812 575 480
Email: coordinatortpsw@gmail.com
Web: http://www.tpsw.squarespace.com
Twitter: @VisualArtsSW
Facebook: Visual Arts South West
Please note my working days are usually Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Tuesday 22 May 2012
Commission opportunity
Dear all,
house would like to
announce an exciting opportunity for theatre makers and companies;
please forward on to your networks.
house commission
A £35,000 commissioning and touring award from house
The commission is for a maximum of £35,000, broken down as follows:
The commission is for a maximum of £35,000, broken down as follows:
£20,000 production commission
- to cover the associated costs of developing and producing a new
piece of classic contemporary theatre
Up to £15,000 for touring. house will
book and support an initial tour to up to 20 venues across the
East and South East.
This call is open to national and international
artists.
Further details on the commission, and of how to apply, can be
Further details on the commission, and of how to apply, can be
downloaded from this link: www.housetheatre.org.uk/news/commission
Best wishes,
Tuesday 15 May 2012
Skills For Localism Workshop
Please see this information from Community First.
Engaging Communities: tools for consulting and involving your community.
In March and April we ran a couple of workshop sessions on Engaging Communities. As these were over subscribed, we have decided to offer another session on Tuesday 12 June, 2-5pm.
We’re all being asked to get more involved in local planning and decision making. How can you ensure that everyone has a real chance to take part and to get their voice heard?
Engaging Communities covers some of the principles of community engagement and consultation, some practicalities about running consultation events, plus lots of ideas for some fun methods that could be used to widen participation from people in the community.
So if you are a parish or town council, community led planning or other local group seeking to consult and involve your community, this workshop will give you the practical tools to design high quality consultation activities that engage and involve all sections of your community.
The cost for attending this workshop is £30 per attendee. As places are limited it is essential to book well in advance so please complete and return the attached booking form.
The deadline for booking is Thursday 24th May 2012. If you have any questions about the session please do contact mrayner@communityfirst.org.uk
Engaging Communities: tools for consulting and involving your community.
In March and April we ran a couple of workshop sessions on Engaging Communities. As these were over subscribed, we have decided to offer another session on Tuesday 12 June, 2-5pm.
We’re all being asked to get more involved in local planning and decision making. How can you ensure that everyone has a real chance to take part and to get their voice heard?
Engaging Communities covers some of the principles of community engagement and consultation, some practicalities about running consultation events, plus lots of ideas for some fun methods that could be used to widen participation from people in the community.
So if you are a parish or town council, community led planning or other local group seeking to consult and involve your community, this workshop will give you the practical tools to design high quality consultation activities that engage and involve all sections of your community.
The cost for attending this workshop is £30 per attendee. As places are limited it is essential to book well in advance so please complete and return the attached booking form.
The deadline for booking is Thursday 24th May 2012. If you have any questions about the session please do contact mrayner@communityfirst.org.uk
Creative Economies Seminar
20th June 2012 - The Camden Centre, Euston Road, London WC1H 9AU
This timely national seminar investigates the role that arts can play in economic development and the regeneration of communities in the current challenging economic climate.
Creative Economies will explore:
Creative Economies will explore:
- the role of arts and culture as economic anchors and drivers in cultural regeneration
- how the wider business sector values and uses the role of arts and culture
- practical ways of measuring and capturing the economic value of the arts and culture
These three integrated themes are designed to provide topical examples and case studies, suggest ways of understanding and communicating directly with the business sector about the economic importance of arts and culture, suggest tools to provide evidence of impact and value.
The seminar is a partnership event between Arts Council England and Arts Development UK and is hosted by the London Borough of Camden.
- how the wider business sector values and uses the role of arts and culture
- practical ways of measuring and capturing the economic value of the arts and culture
These three integrated themes are designed to provide topical examples and case studies, suggest ways of understanding and communicating directly with the business sector about the economic importance of arts and culture, suggest tools to provide evidence of impact and value.
The seminar is a partnership event between Arts Council England and Arts Development UK and is hosted by the London Borough of Camden.
High profile national speakers will discuss current themes, including strategic commissioning and tailored cultural services for local communities. The seminar will also offer different models of best practice delivery through case studies, keynote presentations, breakout sessions and discussion forums. In this way it will scope the future landscape in which we will all operate.
Monday 14 May 2012
Subsidised accommodation for Edinburgh Festival
WAP has secured a flat for the whole of Edinburgh festival. There are currently 2 twin rooms in this 5 bedroom flat available throughout the festival. If you would like to book a bed/ room get in touch and I'll send you a booking form.
NB: all of the rooms will be set up as twin rooms.
NB: all of the rooms will be set up as twin rooms.
Up date on Wiltshire Council's Cultural Strategy
Peter Tyas, Head of the arts service, gave us an update on where the Cultural Strategy is. Here's his presentation if you missed it.
Open publication - Free publishing
Arts Council Funding
Faye Stewart, WIltshire's Arts Council Relationship Manager came and spoke at our last meeting and went through the key areas of funding currently available. She kindly produced the following paper for us but has extended an invitation for anyone who would like to know more to contact her directly.
Faye.Stewart@artscouncil.org.uk
Faye.Stewart@artscouncil.org.uk
Open publication - Free publishing
Music Hub
Here are the notes from Valerie Haywards presentation at our last full meeting about the changes in music provision in Wiltshire. If you would like to know more please get in touch with Valerie directly. Valerie.Hayward@wiltshire.gov.uk
Open publication - Free publishing
Notes from last full WAP meeting
Here are the notes from the last full WAP meeting that was held at Trowbridge Town Hall on the 26th of April.
I will embed the supporting papers in subsequent posts.
We have another meeting scheduled for 11am 13th June at Salisbury Arts Centre! What would you like to see on the agenda? Post or email me your suggestions. Wiltshireartspromoters@gmail.com
I will embed the supporting papers in subsequent posts.
We have another meeting scheduled for 11am 13th June at Salisbury Arts Centre! What would you like to see on the agenda? Post or email me your suggestions. Wiltshireartspromoters@gmail.com
Open publication - Free publishing
SMALL GRANT PROGRAMME
South West Foundation in partnership with the Esmee Fairbairn Foundation is pleased to announce the second round of the small grant programme for charitable community groups offering services to people most in need in the South West Region. This programme is for grants up £1,000 and gives priority to small organisations with an annual income of less than £15,000 per annum who are working in the rural areas, coastal and market towns. The main focus of the programme is on organisations supporting any ‘marginalised’ group including people with mental health issues, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, on low incomes or from BME communities. Small organisations for the purposes of this fund are considered to be those organisations with an annual income of less than £15,000
For more information please contact South West Foundation on 01275 333666 or info@southwestfoundation.org.uk
Wednesday 9 May 2012
Salisbury Cluster Event
GROW are running a cluster event for all voluntary and community groups based in the Salisbury area. Cluster events are designed to help groups to network more effectively with each other in their local area and highlighting how to find out about support and services they can access from GROW as well as other organisations.
If you require any of the following then this FREE event is for you!
- Do you need volunteers?
- Do you need information about working with people who have specific support needs?
- Do you need funding but don't know where to look?
- Do you need new trustees or need to better support the trustees you already have?
- Do you need training or help identifying training needs?
The event will also be a great opportunity to meet other groups in your area, share knowledge and experiences.
The event takes place on Thursday 14th June, 10am-12pm at St Michael's Church Centre, Bemerton Heath, SP2 9LE
Spaces are starting to fill up so BOOK NOW - email sarah@growwiltshire.org.uk or call 0845 034 5250 (local rates apply)
FREE Funding events for community groups across Wiltshire
WSFN is a network of funding advisors and funders working in Wiltshire & Swindon. It meets to improve opportunities for the voluntary & community and statutory sectors in Wiltshire and Swindon to secure funds for their work, and to improve the co-ordination and provision of funding advice in Wiltshire and Swindon. WSFN has organised a series of FREE events for communtiy groups across the county, book now to secure your free place...
Better Applications, with the BIG Lottery
4th July, 9:30 - 1pm, Assembly Rooms, Town Hall, Devizes http://betterapplicationsdevizes.eventbrite.co.uk/
We will be joined by a speaker from the BIG Lottery to help you unravel the do’s and don’ts of writing applications. A mixture of presentation and practical exercise, this session will equip you to increase your chances of success in applying for funding from charitable trusts as well as the Lottery.
Creative Ways to Raise Money
26th September, 9:30-1pm, Neeld Hall, Chippenham
http://creativefundraisingchippenham.eventbrite.co.uk/
&
10th October, 9:30-1pm, Salisbury Methodist Church
http://creativefundraisingsalisbury.eventbrite.co.uk/
Creative Community Fundraising, Scared by the prospect of a bungee jump from the church tower or overwhelmed by running a barbeque for 500?
In the current climate, most groups will have to raise all or part of their funds through events or activities in their local community. This half day session will take a fun approach to helping you generate ideas and interest for money-spinning events and answer your questions about the practicalities of insurance, health & safety, etc.
All events are completely FREE OF CHARGE but you must book a ticket. They are open to all and are generously funded by Wiltshire Council through WFSN.
http://www.stepupwiltshire.org.uk/wsfn.html
Better Applications, with the BIG Lottery
4th July, 9:30 - 1pm, Assembly Rooms, Town Hall, Devizes http://betterapplicationsdevizes.eventbrite.co.uk/
We will be joined by a speaker from the BIG Lottery to help you unravel the do’s and don’ts of writing applications. A mixture of presentation and practical exercise, this session will equip you to increase your chances of success in applying for funding from charitable trusts as well as the Lottery.
Creative Ways to Raise Money
26th September, 9:30-1pm, Neeld Hall, Chippenham
http://creativefundraisingchippenham.eventbrite.co.uk/
&
10th October, 9:30-1pm, Salisbury Methodist Church
http://creativefundraisingsalisbury.eventbrite.co.uk/
Creative Community Fundraising, Scared by the prospect of a bungee jump from the church tower or overwhelmed by running a barbeque for 500?
In the current climate, most groups will have to raise all or part of their funds through events or activities in their local community. This half day session will take a fun approach to helping you generate ideas and interest for money-spinning events and answer your questions about the practicalities of insurance, health & safety, etc.
All events are completely FREE OF CHARGE but you must book a ticket. They are open to all and are generously funded by Wiltshire Council through WFSN.
http://www.stepupwiltshire.org.uk/wsfn.html
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