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Freelance Associate Programmer

OneRen
Paisley
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Freelance Associate Programmer \- Paisley Arts Festival 2027

Please download the recruitment pack for more info on the role.

OneRen are seeking a dynamic and creative Freelance Arts Festival Programmer to join our team to build on the success of the 2026 Festival.

The second edition of Paisley Arts Festival will take place between 26 \- 28 March 2027\.

The role of the Associate Programmer is to:

Curate an ambitious, diverse and unique festival programme of performances and events across OneRens cultural venues Paisley Arts Centre and Paisley Town Hall utilising indoor and outdoor spaces.

Collaborate to programme work at national level whilst showcasing local artists.

Ensure the festival programme connects strongly with place to create meaningful engagement with Renfrewshire communities and beyond, offering a platform for high quality work that will appeal to a diverse range of audiences.

The ideal programmer will be bursting with ideas, contacts, be able to bring experience of venue/festival programming and a wide network of contacts nationally across multiple genres.

Please download the recruitment pack for more info on the role and how to apply.

Timeframe: August/Sep 2026 \- April 2027

Fee: £14,700

Approx 2 days a week, based on 7hrs per day at £31 per hr for 33 weeks.

Deadline for submissions: June 23rd 5pm

To be considered for this role, please provide a CV and a written statement (max 4 x A4 pages) no later than June 23rd 5pm, outlining specifically:

  • Your approach to programming the festival

  • Who would you seek to partner with and what artists/performers would you approach?

  • What would the first edition of the Paisley Arts Festival look like?

  • How would you ensure the programme appeals to Renfrewshire audiences and beyond while being rooted in place?
If you would like to discuss any aspect of the role please contact: Christine Martin christine.martin@renfrewshire.gov.uk

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