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STUDIO MANAGER, VAULT ARTIST STUDIOS
Key details
Job title: Studio Manager
Location: Based at Vault Artist Studios, Belfast
Contract: Fixed term contract for 18 months (this post may be extended or made permanent subject to funding)
Salary: £31,290 per annum (pro-rata)
Hours: 30 hours per week, flexible and as needed (you may be required to work some evenings and /or weekends)
Additional terms: Employers pension contribution @ 5%
This is a new post, made possible by the Dormant Account Fund
Background - Vault is a thriving, artist-led organisation committed to providing affordable studio space, showcasing contemporary art, and fostering a strong creative community. We support artists through exhibitions, events, and ongoing professional development opportunities. Our mission is to champion creativity, collaboration, and community in everything we do.
The Role - We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Studio Manager to join our team at a pivotal moment of growth and transformation. You will play a key role in shaping Vault’s future as we transition to new buildings, ensuring continuity, stability, and ambition in our programming and studio provision. As Studio Manager, you will work closely with the Buildings Manager and a small, dedicated team to secure and manage affordable studio spaces for artists. You will also take the lead in fundraising and financial planning, forging relationships with stakeholders, funders, and partners to support our vision and long-term sustainability. This is a hands-on, multi-faceted role ideal for someone passionate about the arts and deeply committed to supporting artists and creative communities.
Detailed job description - download here
HOW TO APPLY
Please read the information in this pack and send an email to trustees@vaultartiststudios.com with the following attachments in Word or PDF format only (we cannot accept links to online CVs, profiles, documents downloads or psd files etc.)
Your CV, no more than 2 A4 pages long, including your name, home address, email and contact number
A cover letter, no more than 2 A4 pages long, outlining why you’re a great candidate for the Studio Manager role based on the criteria in the job description
Please include the names, addresses, email, phone number and occupations of two people, not related to you, to whom references may be obtained. One of your referees must be your current or most recent employer.
The deadline for applications is 5pm on Thursday 22 May 2025. Interviews will take place in Belfast on Friday 30 May 2025. We reserve the right to enhance the criteria to aid short listing.
We welcome applications from a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives. Please let us know if you have any access requirements that we can facilitate.
If you have any other questions, or would like an informal chat about the role, email us at trustees@vaultartiststudios.com.