Opportunities

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This page features all of CCA Derry~Londonderry's live opportunities such as open calls and job vacancies.
CCA is seeking a Researcher for the Supports programme: a two-year development
programme aimed at supporting emerging artistic practice. Programme elements include a combination of short training courses, mentoring, crits, surgeries, feedback and more will take place throughout 2023–24 made possible with funding from Jerwood Developing Artists Fund. More information on the Supports programme is available here.
The appointed person will work with the CCA team and with peer organisations throughout the region to:
- Map existing support for emerging practice in NI
- Identify future funding paths
- Determine routes and approaches to enhanced advocacy for emerging artists
- Research and develop a strategy for emerging artistic practice both for CCA and on an NI-wide basis
- Share information in a timely manner with the CCA Director, CCA x Jerwood = Supports Coordinator and the CCA x Jerwood = Supports Evaluator
- Agree milestones with CCA’s Director and produce outcomes including:
- External report for the sector
- Draft strategy for CCA’s future work supporting emerging practice
- Interim reports
ROLE: CCA x Jerwood = Supports Researcher
SALARY: £1500 for 60 hours research in total across 2023–24
DURATION OF POST: Until 31 July 2024, with an initial period of 3 months on probation.
PLACE OF WORK: Flexible as necessary - remotely and at CCA Derry~Londonderry, 10–12 Artillery Street, Derry~Londonderry, BT48 6RG
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director, Supports Coordinator & Researcher
HOW TO APPLY: Please send a CV and cover letter (no longer than two pages) outlining your interest, availability, approach to the role, and how your skills and relevant experience should meet the criteria to the role, and a completed equal opportunities monitoring form, to Mel Bradley: info@ccadld.org, or by post to:
Mel Bradley, Office Manager
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10-12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6RG
Northern Ireland
DEADLINE: Tuesday 13 June 2023, 23:59
Download the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form:
PDF | Word doc
Whilst CCA is changing exhibitions we have space available for artists to use the gallery space to document work on 13–21 June 2023.
To book in email info@ccadld.org with your preferred date and time. The next slot will be in September 2023 and January 2024, dates TBC.
CCA Derry~Londonderry are seeking to invite new members to join its Board of Directors.
Board membership requires a commitment to monthly board meetings, participation in sub-committees when necessary and occasional representation on behalf of the gallery, if required. Attendance at gallery events is encouraged. CCA board membership is both challenging and rewarding. Board members contribute their own specialist skills to ensure good governance, strategic development and the financial sustainability of CCA. They also have the opportunity to gain new skills and enjoy the privilege of being part of an exciting, innovative contemporary art gallery in the process.
CCA has a strong international profile and a mission to support emerging artists from our region. In 2021, the gallery was shortlisted for Art Fund's Museum of the Year prize; the largest prize of its kind in the world. Part of our mission is to engage with local and international audiences so they can experience inspirational contemporary art events. CCA operates through five programme streams: research and production, exhibition-making, Public Programmes, publishing, and residencies.
CCA is inviting candidates with an interest in contemporary art practice. The Board is made up of artists, arts professionals and those with expertise in business, law, accountancy, financial management, events management, and fundraising. Board members require good interpersonal and communication skills to assist in the smooth running of the board and to act as advocates for CCA.
CCA are currently seeking new Board members with skills in business, capital development, property law, fundraising, education, accountancy and financial management to complement the existing skills set of the current Board members. CCA is a not-for-profit organisation and the role of Director on the Board is voluntary.
Expressions of interest outlining relevant interests, professional affiliations, other Board memberships and skills should be sent to Jaci Wilde, Chair of the Board, together with a current CV to info@ccadld.org.
CCA has an shop (online and in the gallery) stocking our range of artists’ editions, publications, posters and more. We are planning to expand our selection to include limited runs of guest publications from Northern Ireland and beyond. By featuring new and diverse work in CCA’s shop, we will be able to bring our audiences’ attention to spectacular work using the book format by artists and others.
Before you can send your guest publication to us, please complete this form so that we can review it before we grant permission. We’ll be in contact with you once we have the information gathered by the form.
This opportunity does not have a deadline. You are welcome to apply at any time.
Artists with access requirements applying to CCA opportunities are warmly invited to email info@ccadld.org to let us know of any access requirements you may have to reduce any barriers in making your application.
CCA is looking for graphic designers and artists working with design and layouts to call upon for various upcoming projects.
If you are a graphic designer or artist and would like to show us your portfolio, please email your CV, Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, and a one page covering letter listing your skills, competencies, and achievements and names and contact details of two referees to info@ccadld.org with the subject heading 'GRAPHIC DESIGNER/ARTIST APPLICATION' or by post to:
Mel Bradley, Office Manager
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6RG
This opportunity does not have a deadline. You are welcome to apply at any time.
Designers with access requirements applying to CCA opportunities are warmly invited to email info@ccadld.org to let us know of any access requirements you may have to reduce any barriers in making your application.
CCA is looking for ad hoc volunteers to get involved with various areas of CCA’s work including exhibition installation and research. Ad hoc volunteers are sometimes a one-off extra pair of hands for an event or a few days or weeks, depending on the needs of the project and the circumstances of the volunteer. Keep an eye on our website for information on how to apply in the coming months, if you are interested in getting involved longer-term.
As a volunteer you will receive instruction and guidance from CCA staff and will be trained to museum standards in whatever the task requires. We are looking for keen individuals with a passion for contemporary art and willingness to get involved; a desire to learn; professionalism; approachability and a positive attitude; a polite and patient demeanour; and good communication skills with a broad range of people from the general public to arts specialists.
If you would like to become an ad hoc volunteer, please send this form, your CV, and the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form to info@ccadld.org with the subject heading 'CCA AD HOC VOLUNTEER APPLICATION' or by post to:
Mel Bradley, Office Manager
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6RG
Download the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form:
PDF | Word doc
This opportunity does not have a deadline. You are welcome to apply at any time.
Volunteers with access requirements applying to CCA opportunities are warmly invited to email info@ccadld.org to let us know of any access requirements you may have to reduce any barriers in making your application.
We are looking to increase our roster of artists to lead inspirational workshops to explore ideas in creative ways as part of our Public Programmes. We run artist-led workshops for local schools and more, introducing ideas and creative practices to a wide range of constituents.
If you are an artist based in Northern Ireland and would like to join our roster, please email your CV, the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and a one page covering letter listing your skills, competencies, and achievements, and the names and contact details of two referees to info@ccadld.org with the subject heading 'ARTIST EDUCATOR APPLICATION' or by post to:
Mel Bradley, Office Manager
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6RG
This opportunity does not have a deadline. You are welcome to apply at any time.
Artists with access requirements applying to CCA opportunities are warmly invited to email info@ccadld.org to let us know of any access requirements you may have to reduce any barriers in making your application.
Download the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form:
PDF | Word doc