Production and Events Assistant
£14.70 per hour
Closing Date 11 May 2026
Fixed Term
About Us
EAF (Edinburgh Art Festival) is the UK’s largest annual festival of visual art. The festival was founded in 2004 to provide a dedicated platform for the visual arts at the heart of Edinburgh’s summer festivals.
EAF cultivates connections between communities, artists and collaborators to develop contemporary visual art projects. Every August, we present the UK’s largest visual art festival that is rooted in Edinburgh and Scotland, with global dialogue. Our year-round Civic programme allows us to work year-round, building ongoing relationships with local artists, initiatives, and communities.
About the Role
The Production and Events Assistant will work closely with the programme team to support the administration, planning, and delivery of EAF26’s exhibitions and events. This is a hands-on role offering practical experience in large-scale festival production. The postholder will shadow the curator and lead technician, gaining insight into artistic decision-making, technical planning, and event delivery, while contributing to the smooth running of exhibitions and public events.
How to Apply
- Download: the full job description HERE
- Apply: by sending a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages), by email, outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the job, to Eleanor Taylor, Curator at jobs@edinburghartfestival.com and quoting Production and Events Assistant in the email subject header.
- Deadline: midnight on Monday 11 May
- Interviews: TBC
EAF is committed to creating a more equitable and inclusive arts sector. We actively encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the visual arts, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQ+ communities, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you require this information in an alternative format, or need support at any stage of the application process, please get in touch and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.