Programme Coordinator (Studios and Residencies)
Organization: Studio Voltaire Ltd
Location: Studio Voltaire, 1a Nelsons Row, London SW4 7JR
Department: Curatorial
Reports to: Curator (Studios and Residencies)
Contract: Fixed Term (1 year)
Salary: £29,500 pro rata (£17,700 for 3 days per week)
Working Hours: Part-time, 3 days per week (10 am–6 pm, days to be confirmed); occasional evening and weekend work required
Studio Voltaire is hiring for a Programme Coordinator (Studios and Residencies). This is an exciting position that supports Studio Voltaire’s onsite artist community, co-developing and delivering professional development programmes, organising the event and curatorial management of the annual Open House programme, and assisting with the delivery of onsite national and international residencies with leading artists.
This role is funded via Art Fund’s Reimagine Programme to provide a curatorial route for those currently underrepresented in the contemporary arts sector for a year-long placement. You will work directly with the Curator (Studios and Residencies) and alongside Studio Voltaire’s wider curatorial team, who will provide ongoing professional support.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone to gain significant experience in an artist-led programming role, working directly on facilitating opportunities for artists, including talks, workshops, open studios and residencies. You will develop skills in arts administration, curating and event production, gaining insights into the needs of working artists.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Artistic Development and Public Programming
- Lead and support professional development and networking activities (mentoring, talks, workshops) for studio artists and tenants.
- Assist with the delivery and administration of international residency programs and related public events.
- Support the Curator in managing the LOEWE FOUNDATION / Studio Voltaire Award, including the year-long international residency.
- Coordinate the annual Open House, open studios, and related public programs.
- Provide care and support for Studio Voltaire’s onsite and visiting artists.
Development and Communications
- Lead the collection of communications materials related to the Studios and Residencies Programme.
- Collaborate with the Communications Manager on mail-outs and digital content.
- Compile and distribute monthly newsletters to studio artists.
Financial and Administrative
- Assist with travel and accommodation bookings for artists, speakers, and partners.
- Support financial tasks including processing payments, recording expenses, and updating budgets.
- Collect and compile survey data for reports and funding applications.
Other Responsibilities
- Attend regular program and staff meetings, training sessions, and mentoring activities.
- Uphold Studio Voltaire’s Equality and Diversity Policy and organizational procedures.
- Contribute to wider Studio Voltaire events and provide general support across the organization.
