Creative Dance Practitioner

2 weeks ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom fst Federation of Scottish Theatre Full time

Company Overview

The Federation of Scottish Theatre is a leading organization in the field of dance and movement arts. Our mission is to provide a supportive environment for professional artists to develop their work.

Salary

We are offering a competitive salary, estimated at £25,000-£35,000 per year, depending on experience.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Creative Dance Practitioner to join our team as a Resident Artist. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing their own creative work in a supportive and well-equipped studio space.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Professional dance artist or choreographer with a strong track record of producing high-quality work
  • Experience working in Scotland or with Scottish-based artists
  • Ability to approach creative work with an open mind and willingness to take risks

Benefits

  • Full funding to cover travel and accommodation costs
  • Access to a clean and warm studio space Monday-Friday
  • Opportunity to receive artistic mentoring from our Artistic Director
  • Additional access budget to support your artistic development

Others

The residency programme is open to professional dance artists, choreographers, and companies who are based in Scotland. We welcome applications from artists who see their work as based in dance, movement, and/or choreographic practices.


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