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Sponsorship + VAT
Culture & Business Scotland
Sponsorship + VAT implications are often overlooked or ignored. Join this session with Scott Craig from Azets to learn how to achieve valuable VAT benefits and savings.
Location: Online
Deadline: 21 November 2024
creative soundLAB: Music Networking and Showcase Event
opera.agency
creative soundLAB NOVEMBER 2024 Music Networking and Showcase Event Come meet and interact with super-talented musicians, composers sounddesigners and explore, discover sample perfect music, audio and sound for your creative multimedia projects and content creation. creative soundLABs are regular music networking and showcase events connecting super-talented, experienced music creators, music producers, composers and sound designers with multimedia industries and creative sectors. These are free, informal events where music creators meet, interact, collaborate and negotiate with music users. creative soundLAB is a regular music sourcing, placement and facilitating event for multimedia industries. With an audience from creative agencies / studios and decision makers it is a prime opportunity to showcase audio work and conduct music business in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Please visit http://opera.agency for more info. WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR? Creatives working in multimedia sectors using music / audio / sound in creative projects. For creative agencies, music decision makers, music supervisors, music commissioners, producers, film, video, game DEVs, animators, visual artists, content producers, creative studios, podcasters, illustrators, storytellers, etc. BONUS: Delighted to present more exciting animation works from super-talented freelance animators. Light Refreshments will be available throughout the evening. At creative soundLAB NOVEMBER 2024, you'll have the opportunity to expand your knowledge, connect with like-minded individuals, and unleash your creativity in an inspiring environment. Don't miss out on this regular audio event that will take your sound game to the next level. We hope to see you there! ---
Location: Edinburgh Napier University, Bright Red Triangle Startup Studio, EH11 1AR
Deadline: 25 November 2024
Pricing Your Partnerships
Culture & Business Scotland
Ever felt your partnership fees are too high? Or do you worry that you are underselling your organisation? You are not alone. Setting appropriate pricing for corporate partnerships is an enduring challenge for fundraisers. Pricing isn’t a dark art, but more a case of sound financial management. Sponsorship expert Alice Samtoy gives you a great foundation for making informed decisions around working with potential new and existing corporate partners.The session aims to provide participants with a solid understanding of pricing methodology. By the end of the morning, attendees will feel positive about approaching pricing with confidence and clarity.
Location: Online
Deadline: 26 November 2024
Dramaturgy Fellowship
National Theatre of Scotland
The National Theatre of Scotland’s creative cultural leader Fellowship programme is designed to support creatives to experiment, be bold, brave and take creative risks within a supportive environment. Over 18 months, the Dramaturgy Fellow will be part of the Artistic Development department where they will develop their skills in Dramaturgy, and will be embedded inartistic decision-making practices and processes across the organisation.
Location: Glasgow
Deadline: 26 November 2024
Jerwood Residencies at Edinburgh Printmakers
Edinburgh Printmakers
Edinburgh Printmakers is inviting applications from early-career artists (up to 5 years professional experience) with a passion for intaglio and etching processes to undertake bespoke supported paid residencies in our studio in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Location: Edinburgh Printmakers, 1 Dundee Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9FP
Deadline: 29 November 2024
Call for creatives for short video reel
University of Edinburgh
We are seeking 3 creatives to produce short video reels highlighting their experiences with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in creative practice. These videos will be featured as part of a series of workshops taking place in the Spring 2025 at the Edinburgh Futures Institute. The workshops aim to explore key areas where creatives need support in navigating AI-powered tools and how educational providers and the industry can better assist them. Selected creatives will also be welcome to join the workshops to share their expertise and participate in discussions. Their contributions will help shape policies, product development strategies, and training opportunities to support users navigating changes in workflows brought by Generative AI. Applicant Criteria: We invite creatives from any area of the creative industries who have experience using AI tools in their practice. We are particularly interested in submissions from those who identify as: Freelancers, In-house professionals (including those working in creative agencies, studios, teams), Early career creatives or students, Creative managers and leaders. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented individuals in the creative industries. Applicants should have an interest in how AI tools will shape the future of creative workflows and practices. We seek individuals with a critical approach—neither fully rejecting nor uncritically adopting AI, aware of both its potential and risks. We are particularly interested in hearing about the specific challenges and barriers that you have encountered while learning to use these tools and how they impact various aspects of your workflow. Details about the video: Selected applicants will be required to produce a fully developed and edited video, no longer than 10 minutes in length. The video should be visually compelling and tailored to engage the creative community. Beyond their inclusion in the workshops, these videos will play a key role in our promotional and dissemination efforts. They will be featured on the project’s websites and across our social media platforms, reaching a wider audience. Pay: Creatives will be paid £300.00 for the production and delivery of the video. Rates are based on the indication of the 2024 Scottish Artists Union Rates of Pay. We will establish right to work and payment method with you prior to the start of the work. Timeline: Call opens – 18th October 2024 Application deadline – 22nd November 2024 Selection process – 23rd November-06th December 2024 Video submission deadline – 31st January 2025 How To Apply: Deadline: 22nd November Email cmoruzzi@ed.ac.uk with the following: Your CV Confirmation of Right to Work in the UK A short statement of interest (maximum 300 words), covering the following points: Experience with AI Tools: Describe your experience using AI tools in your creative practice. Personal Statement: Explain your interest in participating in this project. Video Proposal: Outline your concept for the video, including topics you intend to cover and your approach to the production. Details about the project: This call and the workshops are part of the programme of activities of the project "CREA-TEC: Cultivating Responsible Engagement with AI Technology to Empower Creatives", led by the University of Edinburgh in collaboration with Adobe, aimed at promoting the responsible integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence tools in creative practices. The project is supported by the Bridging Responsible AI Divides programme with funds from the Arts and Humanities Research Council [grant number AH/X007146/1]. The series of workshops is conducted in collaboration with the Innovation Services team at the Edinburgh Futures Institute. If you have any questions, please contact cmoruzzi@ed.ac.uk.
Location: Online
Deadline: 22 November 2024
Members of the Board of Trustees
Edinburgh International Book Festival
The Edinburgh International Book Festival is looking for several new members to join the Book Festival’s Board of Trustees. We are seeking to appoint trustees with specific skills, experience, and interest in any of the following areas: - Writing and/or illustration (based in Scotland) - Publishing/media (wider UK) - Finance and risk - Law - Community engagement/creative learning - Sustainability/climate emergency Closing date for applications: Monday 25 November 2024, 16.00 Meetings with prospective trustees will be held in central Edinburgh on Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 December 2024 (online interviews also possible on request). Find full information and our recruitment pack via out website
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 25 November 2024
Directing Fellowship
National Theatre of Scotland
The National Theatre of Scotland’s creative cultural leader Fellowship programme is designed to support creatives to experiment, be bold, brave and take creative risks within a supportive environment. Over 18 months, the Directing Fellow will be part of the Artistic Development department where they will develop their skills in Directing/ Being a Lead Artist and will be embedded in artistic decision-making practices and processes across the organisation.
Location: Glasgow
Deadline: 26 November 2024
Producing Fellowship
National Theatre of Scotland
The National Theatre of Scotland’s creative cultural leader Fellowship programme is designed to support creatives to experiment, be bold, brave and take creative risks within a supportive environment. Over 18 months, the Producing Fellow will be part of the Artistic Development department where they will develop their skills in Producing, and will be embedded in artistic decision-making practices and processes across the organisation.
Location: Glasgow
Deadline: 26 November 2024