Opportunities

On this page you can find job opportunities, freelance teaching opportunties, professional resources and opportunities to volunteer.

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If you have any queries about an open opportunity, please contact HR@edinburghprintmakers.co.uk.

Fair Work Policy

Fair Work is integrated through our policies and processes, creating an environment of inclusivity, respect, and opportunity for all. This ethos is present in our policies and deeply ingrained in our organisational culture. We are committed to advancing the Fair Work First criteria, including payment of the Real Living Wage and effective voice conditions.

Head of Finance and Operations

We are seeking an experienced and committed professional interested in working with an exceptional team to help shape a resilient future.

The Head of Finance and Operations leads on our day-to-day operations, budget and cash management and long range planning for the organisation, working with staff across the organisation to ensure business sustainability.



This role plays a key part in maintaining trusted communication with internal and external stakeholders including all staff, artists, members, funders, partner institutions, commercial clients, and contractors.

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Working Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours a week. Occasional travel and weekend/evening work, with time off in lieu.

Salary: £45-£50k plus pension contribution.

Contract: Permanent (subject to 6 months probationary period.

Annual Leave: 33 days, including public holidays

How to Apply

Please submit an up to date CV and a 2 page covering letter which sets out clearly how you match the skills and experience required for the role. Please also include our Equal Opportunities Monitoring form included as a separate document with this pack.



Application deadline: noon Friday 1 August

First interviews will take place during the week of Monday 18 August



Completed applications should be sent by e-mail to: HR@edinburghprintmakers.co.uk with the job title in the subject line.
Chair of Edinburgh Printmakers' Board

Edinburgh Printmakers is seeking a new Chair to guide our strategic direction, help negotiate new opportunities and champion artist printmaking.

We are looking for a passionate and energetic individual to lead our Board over the next 3-6 years, recognising the scope and significance of Edinburgh Printmakers’ new home in Fountainbridge which has given us the opportunity to play a transformative role in placemaking and community building within a major new redeveloped part of the city.

Download our Chair Recruitment Pack

Download a greyscale version of our Chair Recruitment Pack

Closing date: 5pm, Friday 15 August

Interviews: Wednesday 3 September

How to Apply

Application is by a CV and a brief covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) addressing the requirements of the role, along with the contact details of two references and an Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Monitoring Form. If you would like to submit your application in an alternative format, such as voice note or British Sign Language video, please contact us first.

Applications should be sent to hr@edinburghprintmakers.co.uk by 5pm, Friday 15 August.

Applications from culturally and ethnically diverse and disabled people and other underrepresented groups, are encouraged and warmly welcomed.

This is a non-remunerated voluntary role in line with other charitable arts organisations operating at our scale.
EP Spaces artist Sophia Bharmal at work

EP Spaces Coordinator

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic individual to join the EP Spaces team. This role is responsible for ensuring our administration of EP Spaces is efficient and effective.

Alongside internal coordination, the post holder is responsible for managing external relationships, the functionality of spaces for artists and creative practitioners, business clients, and other organisation and their stakeholders.



View the full job description

Working Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours a week. Occasional travel and weekend/evening work, with time off in lieu.

Salary: £25,000 per annum plus pension contribution.

Contract: Fixed term for 12 months, with potential to extend.

Annual Leave: 33 days, including public holidays

How to Apply

Please submit an up to date CV and a maximum 2 page cover letter which sets out clearly how you match the skills and experience required for the role. Please also include our Equal Opportunities Monitoring form included as a separate document with this pack.



Application deadline: noon, Thursday 31 July

Interviews will take place w/c 11 August



Completed applications should be sent by e-mail to: HR@edinburghprintmakers.co.uk with the job title in the subject line.
Studio Technician

Edinburgh Printmakers is seeking a dedicated and experienced artist printmaker to join our world-class studio team. This comes at an exciting time as Edinburgh Printmakers continues to develop and expand its programming and activities.

The post of Studio Technician is pivotal to the smooth and dynamic operation of Edinburgh Printmakers’ busy printmaking studio. In addition to providing technician support, the postholder will be actively involved in studio events and activities, including teaching workshops and courses as part of our year-round education programme.



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Working Hours: Part time, average of 15 hours a week across the calendar year. There may be scope to increase hours. There will be opportunity for paid overtime, generally as part of our education programme paid at £24 per hour.

Salary: Prorated 0.4 FTE, £10,739 (£26,848) plus pension contribution.

Contract: Permanent

Annual Leave: 33 days, including public holidays

Benefits: Free membership and studio access to Edinburgh Printmakers Studio.

How to Apply

Please submit an up to date CV and a maximum 2 page cover letter which sets out clearly how you match the skills and experience required for the role. Please also include our Equal Opportunities Monitoring form included as a separate document with this pack.



Application deadline: midnight, Sunday 17 August

Interviews will take place 12 September



Completed applications should be sent by e-mail to: HR@edinburghprintmakers.co.uk with the job title in the subject line.
Resources for Artists
Community Engagement Toolkits
We have compiled the following resources for artists interested in learning about how their artistic practice can translate into community programmes: