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Opportunity for an Emerging Creative Producer to work in Stranraer

10 month full-time creative opportunity working on a national project with The Stove Network and Stranraer Development Trust

Extended Deadline – Midday 9th December 2021

This is an incredible opportunity for someone of any age but at an early stage of their creative career to work as part of a UK-wide project.

Dandelion is Scotland’s contribution to ‘Unboxed – Creativity in the UK’ and is an ambitious creative programme demonstrating the power of collective action in a unique ‘grow your own’ initiative for modern times.

This is a full-time (35 hours per week) position on a fixed term contract for 10 months from 1st January 22 to 31st October 22. The salary is £24,000 PA equating to £20,000 for the 10 month term of the contract.

Deadline for applications – Midday on Thursday 9th December

This role is designed for someone who is new to producing. The successful candidate will be mentored and supported by The Stove Network, Stranraer Development Trust and the Dandelion Network Coordinator.

Relevant on-the-job training will be provided and the successful candidate will be provided with the equipment they need (e.g. a laptop) to carry out their role, and we may be able to help with relocation costs.

If you are thinking about applying for the Emerging Creative Producer job in Stranraer and want to find out more, you can contact Matt Baker at The Stove Network by emailing: [email protected] or join Fiona Dalgetty, Futures Director and Jen White, Project Manager – Unexpected Gardens on Zoom between 1-2pm or 8-9pm on Wednesday 1st December.

If you would like to join one of these Zoom sessions, please email: [email protected]

Further Information about Dandelion

Dandelion is working with partner organisations around Scotland to create a series of ‘Unexpected Gardens’ one of these will be in Stranraer, where Dandelion will work in partnership with The Stove Network and Stranraer Development Trust.

Each Unexpected Garden will be planted in March 2022 and become a space for creative community events culminating in a unique Harvest Festival in September. Each Emerging Creative Producer will take a lead on designing and delivering the programme of activity for their Unexpected Garden. For the Stranraer project the Creative Producer will also be part of the team that designs and builds the Unexpected Garden.

The Stove and Dandelion are committed to creating a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. We believe our work will be stronger with greater diversity and, as such, we welcome applications from those who bring a difference to our team, we understand that each of us bring our experiences, our backgrounds and our own unique lens to what we do.    

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from those who are currently under-represented within the sector, including those from black and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled candidates, LGBTQI++ and/or those from a low socio-economic background or requiring flexible working arrangements.

If you have specific accessibility needs in taking part in the application and/or delivery stages of the project please be assured that we will be supportive in discussing reasonable adjustments with you at any stage of the recruitment and selection process.

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We’re recruiting for a NEW Finance & Operations Manager

Realise your potential

The Stove Network is an innovative social enterprise in the centre of Dumfries, and we are looking for someone to join our talented team that is working at the heart of our community. We operate a hub for the region’s creative sector, offering training and opportunities to the local community as well as developing projects in partnership with groups and agencies that help people make changes in the places where they live.

Through success our turnover and organisation have grown quickly, and we now have an opening for the right person to be the next piece in The Stove jigsaw. We are recruiting a Finance and Operations Manager and are looking for someone who can develop with us and provide sound support through financial and organisational systems.

Do you have excellent organisational and financial skills? Do you like being the one with all the information at your fingertips and knowing where to look for the answers? Are you adaptable and do you want to be part of a dynamic and committed team that is genuinely making a difference for our local community? If so, then we’d love to meet you. Please check out the application pack and get in touch for an initial chat or to send us an application….

Deadline for applications: midnight Sunday 19th Sept 2021

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 28st September. We would like to make sure that our recruitment process is as open as possible, so if you’d like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please get in touch via [email protected] or phone us on 01387 252435 (weekdays 10-4pm).

For more information and details on how to apply, download the full application pack below.

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Creative Writing Opportunities

High Street Multiverse:

Six Opportunities for Emerging Writers Based in Dumfries & Galloway

Welcome to Dumfries High Street.

In this place, whole worlds of stories and sorrows, memories and hopes as vivid and colourful as your own, exist within each passer-by.

A multiverse, an ever-growing web of realities sprawl and spin from the smallest encounter. New futures are written and re-written all at once, each stemming from the consequences of actions so subtle, they are barely felt. But the ripple of each of our choices resonates beyond now… and alters the realities we all share.

So step inside… what story will you find?

High Street Multiverse is a digital, public art project supported by Dumfries & Galloway Unlimited. Working with 6 emerging writers from the region, this unique initiative will support writers to craft six individual audio stories to be placed within the town centre of Dumfries, through a specially designed series of QR light sculptures, the artworks will immerse listeners into new imaginative worlds, traversing time and space.

Writers will work together with the support of the Stove’s creative team through a regular series of workshops led by professional writers alongside a handful of creative sessions to shape each individual story. Emerging writers will receive one to one creative and professional guidance with a small team of professionals in the field, gaining tailored support and advice to take your writing to the next level.

Writers will receive a fee of £200 for their contribution to the project alongside professional support and guidance along with the opportunity to collaborate with others and be part of an exciting multi-arts project in the heart of Dumfries.

You don’t have to have been published and you can be of any age and experience-level to apply. We’re looking for writers who are excited to be part of this collaborative project and are willing to help create a new experience for Dumfries town centre.

Want to take your story to the street?

Who can apply?
You don’t need to have been published, you could even just be dabbling. You might be a fantasy writer, novelist, poet, or all the above. We’re looking for potential. We’re looking for writers who are excited by the prospect of working collaboratively and are willing to be part of a journey in finding their voice through the support and mentorship of the Stove and our team of professional writers.

The only thing we ask is that you are living in or can demonstrate a significant connection to Dumfries & Galloway. No upper age limit.

How to Apply
To apply please send a cover letter and supporting material to [email protected] answering:

What excites you about the project?

How would you describe yourself as a writer?

How could this project support your development?

Alongside up to three writing examples, exceeding no more than three pages per example.

Submissions closing date is the 30th of August.

Creative sessions and workshops will take place throughout September and October with works being recorded in November and December. Installation and public unveiling will be in January 2022.

Time commitment:
Coordination of workshops and creative sessions will be arranged in consultation with the successful writers. We expect writers to attend roughly 5 workshops/creative sessions, as well as one-to-one sessions with the professional writers’ team.
All applicants will be contacted with regards to the outcome within the week of the of the 6th of September.

For more information about the project please email [email protected].

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Cafe Opportunity

We’re searching for our next team member!

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Job Title:

Barista/Café Team Member

We’re looking for an energetic and enthusiastic person, who’s full of beans, to join our busy café team. Are you a team player who loves communicating with customers and delivering the highest levels of customer service? You might just be who we’re looking for!

A Bit About Us

We are a not-for-profit, inclusive café based in the heart of Dumfries where we offer great food, amazing coffee, and the best service. The community is at the heart of everything we do, and we help support the wider aims and values of The Stove Network, a creatively led organisation which makes events and opportunities for our local community.

We’re proud to provide a warm welcome to every customer that walks through the door, and we work hard to create an enjoyable atmosphere for customers and staff. Would you like to work with us?

About The Job

We’re offering a minimum of 10 hours /week @ £8.91/hr over four days; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

About You

You’re a strong team player with a can-do, positive attitude with excellent customer service and communication skills. The ability to work under pressure and to prioritise in a fast-paced environment, able to multitask, follow instruction and have great attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Establishing welcoming and relaxed atmosphere
  • Taking orders and engaging with customers
  • Coffee making
  • Food preparation (training provided)
  • Loading/unloading dishwasher
  • Maintaining a high standard of hygiene throughout the cafe, including the bathroom
  • Following all Covid-19 guidelines in place
  • Knowing and understanding the menu
  • Some light physical lifting will be required

Desired Experience (some training may be provided)

  • Barista/coffee making experience
  • Experience in food preparation
  • Food and hygiene certificate

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO APPLY, ASK FOR DEE & PAM OR EMAIL: [email protected] / [email protected]

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