Jobs & Opportunities

We are seeking to commission an artist to work with young people and the project teams to collaboratively design and install a mural on an outdoor sturcture/s at Rainton Meadows as part of the Green Spaces, Shared Places project.

The Green Spaces, Shared Places team are in the process of developing a co-produced touring exhibition with young people from Sunderland. This will be the first of two touring exhibitions being developed by the Green Spaces, Shared Places network during the programme period from 2025 – 2030.

In anticipation of Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens being closed in Spring 2027 for a redevelopment project supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Tour will be based at Durham Wildlife Trust’s headquarters Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve and will involve working with young people and communities from the Coalfields area of the city.

This mural commission is focused around the Rainton Meadows Nature Park strand of the project. The artist will work with the Rainton Meadows Conservation Rangers (14–18-year-olds), the Durham Wildlife Trust team, the Rainton community and the Green Spaces, Shared Places team to collaboratively design and install a mural on an outdoor structure or structures at Rainton Meadows.

At a glance

Contract: Freelance

Fee: £3000 (including travel and VAT)

Location: Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve

Timeline: 7 April – 30 May 2026

Deadline: 26 March 2026

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Sunderland Culture’s Creative Work Experience programme is back and open for applications.

Young people aged 15-18 and interested in pursuing a career in the arts sector are invited to apply.

Our work experience programme provides an innovative insight into the cultural world with a full programme of activities that will enable you to develop your skills, build confidence and learn more about the variety of career opportunities available in the arts sector.

Placements dates:
Spring – Tuesday 14 – Friday 17 April
Summer – Tuesday 14 – Friday 17 July

Application deadlines:
Spring – 27 February
Summer – 29 May

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Sunderland is changing fast – new venues, bold events, and big ideas are reshaping our city. And we need you to be part of it.

City Volunteers is a new way to get involved in Sunderland’s transformation. Apply once, take part in free, high-quality training, and you’ll join a network of volunteers who get exclusive opportunities direct from partners across the city.

You choose the events that fit your time and interests – from the city’s big moments like the Keel Square fireworks to music festivals, markets, sporting events and more.

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