Morecambe’s heritage was built around performance and cinema. what became known as “time based media” has influenced almost all of contemporary life, with philosophical arguments questioning: is immediacy and distancelessness impacting what it means to be human in the digital age? This programme considers the histories/politics/practices/identities/poetics of experimental time based practitioners experiencing and responding to significant works through a series of weekly briefs free six week postgraduate-equivalent cohort 05/11/26 ≈ 12/11/26 ≈ 19/11/26 26/11/26 ≈ 03/12/26 ≈ 10/12/26
After a successful first year of our NLHF Roots & Horizons project our Programme Manager is moving into an organisational development role with us, leaving the role vacant. This is a significant lead role in the management & development of the programme which will run over the next two years and includes three key areas; saving heritage, community engagement and organisational development. The programme of work will explore, celebrate and sustain the heritage of Building Bridges in Burnley. Submit your CV and Cover letter to admin@buildingbridgesburnley.com. D/line: 12pm, 8 November.
Are you considering applying to the National Portfolio Investment Programme 2028-33? Arts Council England are running a series of information webinars for different groups of prospective applicants covering important information you should know including sessions about key dates, how to prepare your application, how to apply, and the stages you will navigate through as part of the application process. They will also answer your questions in the sessions. Webinars run from 13 October to 10th November. Visit the website for more information and to book your place.
Sheffield Doc Fest has two very exciting job vacancies for key roles within the team behind Sheffield DocFest - one of the world’s leading documentary festivals. Are you our next Senior Talks & Sessions Programme Producer or Senior Audio & Immersive Programme Producer? We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you’re passionate about the arts, events, and helping shape an unforgettable festival experience, we’d love to hear from you. Download the individual job specs and our recruitment pack at our website. Application deadline: 9am, 2 November 2026.
The BFI NETWORK Early Development Fund supports writers in the North of England developing their debut feature, from the initial stages of development for debut long-form projects to support with funding for writer & producer allowances. Apply for funding from £3,000 - £5,000. Applications re-open October 2026. Film Hub North are offering an online roundtable info session, and one of the 1-2-1 sessions about the Fund in October.
The Assistant Curator (Registrar & Logistics) has particular responsibility for artwork logistics and care, including loans, condition checking, shipping, insurance and artwork records. They are a key staff member within the Programme Team, providing organisational and administrative support across the delivery of Liverpool Biennial 2027. Deadline to apply: 8 November 2026, 11.59pm
This is an exciting opportunity to join our busy architectural studio in Preston city centre. We have a diverse and expanding portfolio and would love to hear from creative and motivated, established or recently qualified architects who fancy joining us. You’d be involved in a wide variety of project types, from heritage and conservation to commercial and community developments, and everything in-between. We want you to feel free to explore design ideas, be creative and develop in our practice and so, if this sounds like something you might like to do, email jill@nwdcstudio.com
Lytham Institute is inviting artists, designers and creative practitioners - established or emerging - to share ideas for a future programme responding to the building, the Lytham Heritage Group Archive Centre, and the many layered histories of Lytham. Once a working men’s reading room, then a library, and now a community asset on Lytham High Street, the Institute has many stories to tell. This is an opportunity to start a conversation, explore what might be possible, and imagine what could happen next at Lytham Institute. Deadline for responses: 31 October 2026
Aged 11-24 and looking for an inspiring volunteer opportunity? Culture Hacks are young volunteers in Lancashire’s libraries and Lancashire Archives. Help make fun and creative activities happen. • Lego, coding and science-based sessions • Displays and exhibitions • Children’s activities and reading programmes • Creative projects History and heritage projects • Develop new skills • Receive awards and certificates • Valuable experience to add to your CV • Meet new people • Create your own projects Find Culture Hack opportunities via the link
Are you an employer looking to upskill your workforce to apply AI and Data technology across your business to improve productivity and profitability? IN4 Group’s workforce AI and Data technology training offer is a practical, business‑focused solution that enables employers to apply AI and Data technology across functions, build workforce capability, and deliver measurable gains in productivity, performance, and profitability at scale. The AI Practitioner and Modern Leader with AI apprenticeships have a roll on / roll off start date. Opportunities for levy gifting and fully funded programmes.
We’re offering a FREE 4-week exhibition opportunity in Lancashire’s newest (and smallest!) art gallery, situated in the heart of Blackburn Market. It’s a fantastic way to get your work seen by thousands of people. We’re seeking all and any art forms that will fit our space: Paintings & Drawings, Photography, Textiles, Prints and more! Whether you create wall-mounted pieces or small 3D objects, we’d love to see your work. No application fee. Keep 100% of your sales (we take zero commission!). A high-visibility space in a busy market. Limited number of 4-week slots available through the year.
INCUBATE is a new professional development programme from The Old Electric, designed to support creatives working in Blackpool through a series of paid workshops, skills-sharing sessions and mentoring opportunities to help develop creative practice and careers. Participants can apply for up to three paid sessions, with topics including theatre-making, funding, freelancing, budgeting, facilitation and festival arts. Applications open on Monday 3 August and close three weeks before each individual session. Sessions run from August 2026 to March 2027.