Category: Opportunities

  • OPPORTUNITY: FESTIVAL OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

    OPPORTUNITY: FESTIVAL OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

    Location: The Hebrides, Isle of Lewis Salary: £30,452 + pension contribution Contract Type: 1-year initially (extendable) Position Type: Full Time (35hrs/week) Annual Leave: 28 days   The Hebridean Celtic Festival Trust is hiring a Festival Operations Coordinator! Join an award-winning and internationally acclaimed festival on the beautiful Isle of Lewis. This is a dynamic role…

  • OPPORTUNITY: GENERAL MANAGER – SMIA

    OPPORTUNITY: GENERAL MANAGER – SMIA

    Company: Scottish Music Industry Association Ltd. Location: Glasgow / Hybrid Reports to: CEO and Creative Director Salary: £32,500 (£26,000 pro-rata) Term: Permanent (subject to on-going funding) Working hours: 32 hours per week (based on a four day working week)   Company Description The Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA) exists to strengthen, empower and unite Scotland’s…

  • OPPORTUNITY: MUSIC EXPORT GROWTH SCHEME 2023

    OPPORTUNITY: MUSIC EXPORT GROWTH SCHEME 2023

    The Music Export Growth Scheme is an initiative offering grants between £5,000 – £50,000 to support UK-registered independent music companies in marketing UK music projects internationally. This scheme is designed for those looking to introduce successful UK music projects to overseas markets.   Who Should Apply? UK-based music companies with a turnover of less than…

  • OPPORTUNITY: Bar & Catering Manager – Cultural Venue

    OPPORTUNITY: Bar & Catering Manager – Cultural Venue

    Location: The Tolbooth Jail Wynd, Stirling, FK8 1DE Salary: £32,667 – £35,571 per year Contract Type: Fixed Term Position Type: Full Time Hours: 35 hours per week   Stirling Council is seeking a Bar & Catering Manager for the Tolbooth and The Albert Halls in Stirling. This role is pivotal in leading the bar and…

  • OPPORTUNITY: CREATIVE BALANCE STEERING GROUP

    OPPORTUNITY: CREATIVE BALANCE STEERING GROUP

    Creative Balance is a new research project exploring mental health and wellbeing, and what improvements can be made for Black People and People of Colour in the Scottish creative industries through support from We Are Here Scotland and supported by funding from The Baring Foundation and Creative Scotland.   They are looking to form a…

  • OPPORTUNITY: DF CONCERTS – GIG MARKETING MANAGER

    OPPORTUNITY: DF CONCERTS – GIG MARKETING MANAGER

    Location: Glasgow, Scotland   Salary: Competitive, based on experience   Working Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with additional event work as required)   Contract: Fixed-term (Maternity cover for 12 months)     DF Concerts and Events seeks a dedicated Gig Marketing Manager to oversee marketing campaigns for its key brands, with a…

  • OPPORTUNITY: SKIDDLE INDUSTRY DROP IN – GLASGOW

    OPPORTUNITY: SKIDDLE INDUSTRY DROP IN – GLASGOW

    Date and Time: Thursday 16th of November, 12:00 – Late Location: Barras Art and Design (BAaD), 54 Calton Entry, Glasgow G40 2SB Tickets: Free, secure your ticket here.   Join the Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA) at the Skiddle Industry Drop-In event, a gathering that brings together Scotland’s leading music professionals and artists for a…

  • OPPORTUNITY: SOUTH AYRSHIRE YMI MUSIC HEROES PROJECT

    OPPORTUNITY: SOUTH AYRSHIRE YMI MUSIC HEROES PROJECT

    The South Ayrshire Council’s Youth Music Initiative is seeking passionate and skilled Singing and Musicianship Tutors for the upcoming Music Heroes Project. This initiative will be pivotal in nurturing the musical abilities of Primary 3 pupils throughout South Ayrshire.   Purpose of the Project  To enhance singing and musicianship skills amongst young learners.  Provide engaging,…

  • OPPORTUNITY: OFF THE RECORD VIRTUAL EVENTS

    OPPORTUNITY: OFF THE RECORD VIRTUAL EVENTS

    Off The Record is hosting a series of virtual events spanning over three evenings on November 28th, 29th, and 30th. Aimed at 16-25 year olds, each evening will delve into a specific aspect of the music industry: Releasing, Promotion, and Live. The events will feature panels, Q&A sessions, 15 Minutes of Knowledge segments, and networking…

  • OPPORTUNITY: ANGUS YMI SMALL PROJECTS GRANT

    OPPORTUNITY: ANGUS YMI SMALL PROJECTS GRANT

    Angus Council Education Service is offering YMI Small Grants aimed at local freelance musicians and music facilitators from the Tayside region. The grant aims to enrich children’s learning focusing on positive health and wellbeing through music.   Purpose of the Grants Financial support up to £3,000 to execute creative and impactful music projects. Foster children’s…

  • OPPORTUNITY: “THIS MUST BE THE PLACE” BOOK LAUNCH – IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SMIA

    OPPORTUNITY: “THIS MUST BE THE PLACE” BOOK LAUNCH – IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SMIA

    Date and Time: Thursday November 16th  5:15 – 7pm Location: University of Glasgow Concert Hall, University Avenue, Glasgow G12 8QQ Tickets: Free, secure your ticket here.   Join us for an evening with Shain Shapiro, CEO of Sound Diplomacy, as he launches his debut book, “This Must Be The Place: How Music Can Make Your…

  • OPPORTUNITY: OFF THE RECORD MUSIC ROLES

    OPPORTUNITY: OFF THE RECORD MUSIC ROLES

    Off The Record has multiple roles open for 16-25 year olds based in Scotland who are eager to work in the music industry. These roles offer a unique chance to get involved in content creation, social media coordination, and event delivery. ——————————————————– Social Media Coordinator Salary: £12 per hour Contract Type: Freelance Hours: 8 hours…

  • NEWS: YOUNG FATHERS WIN THE SCOTTISH ALBUM OF THE YEAR AWARD WITH ‘HEAVY HEAVY’

    NEWS: YOUNG FATHERS WIN THE SCOTTISH ALBUM OF THE YEAR AWARD WITH ‘HEAVY HEAVY’

    Young Fathers ‘Heavy Heavy’ was announced as winner of The Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award at the prestigious Ceremony in Stirling’s Albert Halls this past Thursday 26th October. Young Fathers claimed the title ahead of a Shortlist including Paolo Nutini, Becky Sikasa, Joesef and more, taking home £20,000 and the coveted title of Scottish…

  • OPPORTUNITY: MUSIC WORKSHOPS AT “WE MAKE MUSIC INSTRUMENT LIBRARIES”

    OPPORTUNITY: MUSIC WORKSHOPS AT “WE MAKE MUSIC INSTRUMENT LIBRARIES”

    The Music Education Partnership Group is compiling a list of individuals throughout Scotland keen on leading music workshops in libraries.   About We Make Music Instrument Libraries:   This initiative, launched in 2022, aims to place musical instruments into public libraries across Scotland, allowing the public to borrow them for free. In addition to lending…

  • OPPORTUNITY: GLASGOW LIFE – TECHNICIAN (BANK) x 10 – (PART-TIME)

    OPPORTUNITY: GLASGOW LIFE – TECHNICIAN (BANK) x 10 – (PART-TIME)

    Location: Glasgow City Salary: Hourly rates between £11.64 – £14.55 Working Pattern: Varied/flexible hours over seven days or as venue events dictate Contract: Permanent (Staff Bank)   Glasgow Life is looking to recruit Technicians on a permanent contract working in the staff bank, across City Halls & Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall and Kelvingrove…

  • OPPORTUNITY: LYRA MUSIC COMMISSION

    OPPORTUNITY: LYRA MUSIC COMMISSION

    Lyra presents the “Bright & Wild 24 – Music Commission”, a unique project centered on inventive music performances for the 2024 Bright & Wild festival. This exclusive venture is designed against the inspiring theme of ‘Face the Dragon’. Lyra invites Musicians/Composers to engage and work with the members of their Youth Music group (ages 8-11).…