Curator-Producer (Parental Leave Cover)
Edinburgh Art Festival Closing date: Sun, 04 Oct 2026
- Full time
- £30k-£40k
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
This is a production and delivery-focused role, coordinating artists, partners, technical teams, and logistics to bring each project to fruition. This role is primarily focused on producing and delivering the 2026/27 programme, working closely with the Director and Civic Curator to bring exhibitions, events and performances to life at a high-quality level, on budget and on time. The role will co-ordinate artists, partners, venues, technical teams and the wider EAF organisation throughout the production and delivery process.
The role will also work closely with the Civic Curator and wider team where required, particularly during the festival period, while maintaining an artist-led, nurturing, accessible and inclusive approach to project delivery.
A full recruitment pack is available on the EAF website!
Reports to: Director
Salary: £32,000, pro rata
Type of contract: Fixed-term parental leave cover 10 months
Start Date of Contract: Monday 30 November 2026
End Date of Contract: Thursday 30 September 2027
Hours of work:
30 November 2026-May 2027: 2-3 days per week
May-July 2027: 4 days per week
August 2027: Full time
September 2027: 2-3 days
APPLICATION DETAILS
Please send a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages), by email, outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the job, to [email protected] quoting Curator-Producer (Parental Leave Cover) in the email subject header.
If you have any access queries about the application process, including alternative formats, please email [email protected] or call 01312266558.
Application Deadline: Sunday 4th October, 12 Noon.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Curator-Producer (Parental Leave Cover)
- Salary: £30k-£40k
- Hours: Full time
- Role: Curation
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Sun, 04 Oct 2026
- Location: Scotland | view on Google Maps
Job: Curator-Producer (Parental Leave Cover)
Job: Curator-Producer (Parental Leave Cover)
Organisation: Edinburgh Art Festival
Postcode: EH7 5EQ
How to Apply
Please send a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages), by email, outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the job, to [email protected] quoting Curator-Producer (Parental Leave Cover) in the email subject header.
If you have any access queries about the application process, including alternative formats, please email [email protected] or call 01312266558.
Application Deadline: Sunday 4th October, 12 Noon.
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Edinburgh Art Festival
Founded in 2004, Edinburgh Art Festival is the platform for the visual arts at the heart of Edinburgh’s August festivals, bringing together the capital’s leading galleries, museums, production facilities and artist-run spaces in a city-wide celebration of the very best in visual art.