See below for current artist and job opportunities with CCA.
In 2020 Centre for Contemporary Art Derry~Londonderry and Kunas Artists’ House are piloting the first of an ongoing series of Reciprocal Residences. These residencies have a simple aim, to create opportunities for artists from Northern Ireland and Lithuania to participate in artist residencies across the globe and to receive artists, stimulating mutual dialogue and exchange. The residency period in Lithuania will take place during February 2020 lasting up to one month culminating with an exhibition of new and/or existing work at CCA Derry~Londonderry, March–May 2020; our galleries will present two solo exhibitions, one of work by the Lithuanian artist coming to Northern Ireland and one by the artist from Northern Ireland going to Lithuania.
We are now seeking Applications from emerging artists based in or from Northern Ireland as part of our pilot year.
Participating artists will receive:
– temporary artist studio
– accommodation
– access to Kaunas city/Kaunas district (LT) networks and resources
– exhibition March–May 2020 at CCA Derry~Londonderry
– stipend of £1000 plus travel to/from Kaunas from Northern Ireland* and materials support
– artist fee for participating in the exhibition
*if you are not based in Northern Ireland note our travel budget is calculated for travel to/from Northern Ireland.
To apply please email info@cca-derry-londonderry.org with the subject heading “RECIPROCAL RESIDENCY LT” the following:
– a current CV
– up to 5 images or media links sent by one wetransfer.com; each file labeled 1–5 with your name and title
– letter of intent
– completed cover form PDF | Word doc
– completed Equal Opportunities form PDF | Word doc
Deadline: midnight 7 December 2019
(announcement week commencing 16 December 2019)
Partners: CCA Derry~Londonderry, Lithuanian Culture Institute, Kaunas Artists’ House
Initiated by Director Catherine Hemelryk and Lithuanian Cultural Attaché in the UK Justė Kostikovaitė, Director of Kaunas Artists’ House Rūta Stepanovaitė
CCA has an online shop 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 online shop, we will be able to bring our audiences’ attention to spectacular work using the book format by artists and others.
We are looking for great publications to feature for limited two-month runs, on a profit-share basis. These may include artist publications, exhibition catalogues, critical writing and more.
If you would like to have your title considered to be one of our guest features, please email us at info@cca-derry-londonderry.org for details using the subject GUEST PUBLICATION
CCA Supports is a programme of activity to support artists to develop their practice. This is a multi-strand project with different elements being launched across 2019.
CCA’s Workshop hosts CCA events, meetings and workshops throughout the year. CCA is designating four days per month to artists, curators, designers and others to use the Workshop space for free during our regular opening hours of Tuesday–Saturday 12–6pm. The space can be used as a temporary studio, performance space, for meetings or more. The Workshop has tables, chairs, sofa, tea and coffee making facilities and a sink (note: there is no trap on the sink so make sure any hazardous chemicals such as turps are disposed of safely).
If you would like to use CCA’s Workshop Space please email your desired date/s, completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, and a one-page covering letter telling us how you will use the space and how it will benefit your practice to info@cca-derry-londonderry.org with the subject heading CCA SUPPORTS WORKSHOP SPACE APPLICATION or by post to:
Mel Bradley
Administrator
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6TG
Call for Technicians
CCA works with artists to realise new artworks and to create different environments in the gallery spaces. We are looking to widen our pool of technicians to call upon, including people with skills in carpentry, painting and decorating and other technical specialisms.
If you are a technician and would like to join our roster please email your CV, completed 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@cca-derry-londonderry.org with the subject heading TECHNICIAN APPLICATION or by post to:
Mel Bradley
Administrator
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6TG
Call for Volunteers (Ad Hoc)
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. While this is an opportunity for Ad Hoc Volunteers, CCA will soon be recruiting for our 8-week volunteer programme in 2019. 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.
To become an Ad Hoc Volunteer please complete this form and return it with your current CV and equal opportunities monitoring form either by post to:
Mel Bradley
Administrator
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6TG
Or by email. Mark application subject line AD HOC VOLUNTEER APPLICATION, to: info@cca-derry-londonderry.org
Application Form Word doc | PDF
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form Word doc | PDF
CCA is looking for graphic designers to call upon over the coming years for various pieces of design work that may range from artist publications to stationery,GIFs or web design.
If you are a graphic designer and would like to show us your portfolio, please email your CV, completed 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@cca-derry-londonderry.org with the subject heading GRAPHIC DESIGNER APPLICATION or by post to:
Mel Bradley
Administrator
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6TG
Call for Artist Educators
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 and would like to join our roster, please email your CV completed 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@cca-derry-londonderry.org with the subject heading ARTIST EDUCATOR APPLICATION or by post to:
Mel Bradley
Administrator
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6TG
Call for Freelance Project Managers
We are looking for freelancers available to work with CCA to project manage aspects of our programme, specifically our Public Programmes. If you are an arts worker with experience working with arts organisations, artists, audiences, schools, educators and other stakeholders, we are interested in hearing from you. This work is likely to be between a half day and full day per week over two months with flexible working. DBS check desirable.
Email us at info@cca-derry-londonderry.org with the subject heading PROJECT MANAGER FREELANCER with your CV, a covering letter, two referees and completed Equal Opportunities form and for more information.