Volunteer Artist in Residence

1 week ago

Yeovil BA DR, United Kingdom Yeovil College Full time £1,000 - £20,000 per year

Yeovil College is offering an incredible opportunity for dynamic and passionate artists and designers to become an Artist in Residence, where you'll have the chance to create, inspire, and shape the future of creative talent. This residency is perfect for forward-thinking graduates who are excited to share their expertise through immersive workshops and mentorship while developing their own cutting-edge creative work. With access to world-class facilities, you'll have everything you need to bring your ideas to life. Plus, you'll be able to collaborate with both staff and students in an environment that thrives on innovation and artistic growth.

This is more than just an opportunity to create—it's a chance to leave a lasting legacy. You'll be working closely with students, while also having the freedom to push your own creative boundaries. You'll gain invaluable mentorship from experienced staff, access your own studio space, and showcase your work at our prestigious end-of-year Creative Showcase at The Sherborne. This voluntary position offers unmatched resources, exposure, and the opportunity to make a profound impact on the next generation of creative professionals. If you're ready to elevate your artistic practice and empower others to do the same, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for

Facilities available to you include:

  • Laser cutter
  • 3D printer
  • High Spec Computers and Apple Macs with Adobe Suite
  • VR Technology
  • Printmaking studio (screen printing and print press)
  • Art Studios
  • Sculpture studio (ceramics, kiln)
  • Fashion/Textiles Studio (heat press, sewing machines and overlockers)
  • Photography Studio & Darkroom
  • Green Screen & Media Suite

What we expect of you:

  • Be on-site using the facilities and or studio space at least half a day a week – term time only
  • Deliver workshops (3 hours) – term time only
  • Attend research visit trips as to supervise students (as required).

The study programmes run are (Levels 2, 3, Foundation, FdA):

  • Art & Design
  • Graphics & Photography
  • Creative Media
  • Digital Design & Media

Don't miss out

Join Yeovil College and make a real difference in the lives of students as they embark on their educational journeys. Apply now to become a part of our dedicated and dynamic team

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you're excited about this opportunity, submit your application as soon as possible

Safeguarding Statement

Yeovil College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Potential applicants should be aware that all successful applicants will need to agree to an enhanced DBS check including child and if required adult barred list checks.

Yeovil College uses a third party registered body called uCheck to complete DBS checks on our behalf.  Your data is handled according to the DBS Code of Practice which is available from the DBS website.

DBS checks are only one of several methods used to assess candidates' suitability to work with children and young adults.

Job Type: Volunteer

Pay: £1.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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