Location The Stove, Dumfries
Position Freelance, Part Time
Application Deadline Wednesday 26th March 2025, 9am
The Role
This five month residency offers a creative freelancer the opportunity to develop and deliver visual and public art in and around The Stove buildings. As the Artist/Maker in Residence, you will lead the Conversing Building programme by designing engaging displays that activate public spaces. You will also play a key role in our soon-to-be-launched Print House/Workshop, supporting its creative operations, and providing hands-on artistic and practical support for The Stove team and café. This flexible, part time role is ideal for a working artist who thrives in collaboration, enjoys experimenting with different media, and is passionate about community-driven art.
The Artist/Maker in Residence will have three key roles:
Leading the Conversing Building Programme
Designing and installing creative displays that activate The Stove’s public spaces and spark dialogue around key themes such as regeneration, nature, and underrepresented voices.
Residency in the Print House/Workshop
Engaging with the community print space, supporting its operation, and collaborating with other creatives using the facility.
Maker in Residence at The Stove
Providing hands-on creative support for The Stove’s team, café, and wider projects, contributing to both practical and artistic outputs.
Rate of Pay and Hours
This role pays £150 per day for an average of 7 days per month for a period of 5 months from 5th May to 3rd October. The Artist/Maker in Residence will be expected to attend a full team meeting on Monday mornings at 9.30 for one hour (blended meeting) all other hours will be by negotiation according to project needs and availabilities.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit a CV and cover letter, detailing your interest in this role and working with The Stove, as well as your relevant skills, experience, and knowledge. In addition, three examples of your work as an Artist/Maker.
Please email your application to [email protected]
Deadline Wednesday 26th March 2025 at 9AM
Interviews Thursday 10th April 2025
Applying in a Way That Works for You
We want our application process to be as inclusive and accessible as possible. We welcome you to communicate with us in whatever way feels most comfortable and natural to you. If you have any questions—about the application, the role, or anything else—please don’t hesitate to get in touch at [email protected]
