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FESTIVAL CO-ORDINATOR
Pittenweem Arts Festival | East Neuk of Fife
Application deadline: 30 March 2026 at 17:00
Help bring Colour to the East Neuk!
The Pittenweem Arts Festival is one of Scotland’s most distinctive and beloved arts events—transforming a historic fishing village into a vibrant, immersive celebration of creativity, community, and place.
We are now seeking a Festival Co-ordinator to play a pivotal role in delivering the next chapter of the Festival’s evolution.
About the Role
This is a unique opportunity to sit at the heart of a dynamic cultural organisation - connecting artists, community, and operations to ensure the successful delivery of the Festival.
You will:
- Be the central co-ordinator across all Festival workstreams
- Act as the first point of contact for artists, community members, and stakeholders
- Ensure the Festival plan stays on track through strong organisation and communication
- Support the Board with clear reporting, insights, and administration
This role is essential in ensuring the Festival continues to thrive as both a world-class arts experience and a vital community event.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Festival Delivery & Coordination
- Coordinate activity across infrastructure, events, and communications teams
- Track progress, identify risks, and report regularly to the Board
- Support delivery of key milestones, including artist registration and programme production
Community & Artist Engagement
- Be the main point of contact for artists and local stakeholders
- Build strong relationships across the Pittenweem community
- Manage artist registration and support exhibiting artists
Operations & Administration
- Oversee financial admin (Xero), invoicing, and budgeting processes
- Manage MS365 systems, website and documentation
- Coordinate tenders, partnerships, and venue interactions
Communications Support
- Assist with website and social media updates
- Support delivery of the Festival brochure and newsletters
- Help improve engagement with artists and audiences year-round
Strategic Contribution
- Support funding applications and partnership development
- Contribute to improving Festival experience using visitor and artist insights
- Help shape a more sustainable, inclusive, and future-focused Festival
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll be someone who thrives in a creative, community-led environment and can bring structure, clarity, and energy to a complex project.
Key Skills & Attributes
- Highly organised with strong multitasking ability
- Confident communicator (written and verbal)
- Strong administrative and financial management skills
- Ability to use MS365 and content applications (for website management)
- Able to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused
- Passionate about arts, culture, and community
Contract Details
Type: Self-employed
Hours: 18 hours per week
Hybrid/flexible – applicants should be able to work in our office in Pittenweem for at least one or two days per week
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV along with a short covering statement (max. one page) outlining your suitability for the role to info@pittenweemartsfestival.co.uk. Please attach your statement as a separate document, rather than including it in the body of the email.
📅 Deadline: 30 March 2026 at 17:00
