Artist/Creative Designer

2 weeks ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom Scottish Council of Independent Schools Full time

George Watson's College wishes to appoint an Artist/Designer in Residence on a fixed term basis from August 2024. The role of Artist/Designer in residence has a dual purpose and provides a rare and exciting opportunity to develop their creative practice in a spacious studio while working with young people in a busy and thriving Art & Design Department. The Artist/Designer in Residence will have access to a wide range of materials, resources and equipment including printmaking facilities, sewing machines, a Mac suite and a photographic studio. The Artist/Designer in Residence is encouraged to make full use of the facilities and share their expertise by proactively engaging with teachers, pupils and classes with patience, compassion and positivity.

The Artist/Designer in Residence should expect to spend roughly half of their time developing their own practice and the other half assisting with Art & Design education and enrichment. During non-directed time the Artist/Designer in Residence is fully engaged in developing their practice in their studio within the Art School, acting as inspiration to the enquiring minds of the pupils.

With many opportunities to lead educational activities, the role suits an Art or Design graduate interested in Art & Design Education.

a letter of application of not more than 800 words giving us more information about you and why you would like the role, addressed to Mr Gordon Boyd, Head of Senior School.
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If you require more information about the School, please visit our school website.

Contract Type: 35 hours per week, Term time only, Fixed term contract

Benefits: Competitive salary, reduced school fees at George Watson's College for children of staff, Membership of the Galleon Club (the school's fitness club)

Studio Presence and Creative Practice
Interaction with Teachers and Pupils
Work closely with staff and collaborate in inspiring and guiding pupils creatively and technically.

Actively participate in assisting teachers to deliver classes from P4-S6 when requested, proactively assisting and encouraging pupils and providing technical support where necessary.

Flexibility to work across a range of 8-18 year old pupils and take on multiple tasks.

Willingness to engage with and support pupils when unplanned needs arise.

Introduce new artistic techniques, concepts, and skills to pupils and colleagues by leading workshops for upper years and middle years, and leading Art, Design, or Photography Clubs for lower years.

Exhibit their work in various exhibitions including an opening exhibition, 'work-in-progress' exhibition and a final exhibition.

Assist in the presentation and exhibiting of pupils' work.

Maintain professionalism and act as a role model to pupils in conduct, communication, dress and punctuality.

Following standard School Child Protection training, promote and safeguard the welfare of children by adhering to the school Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (and communicating concerns immediately to the line manager or Child Protection Officer.)

An Art or Design degree

An interest in Art & Design Education

Ability to work across a range of media and disciplines within Art, Design and Photography

Skilled using the Adobe Suite, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator

Experience working with young people

Experience delivering Art or Design workshops

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