Independent Arts Projects (IAP) is now seeking new people to join our Board of Trustees.  

A job information pack is available below in different formats as a download or to stream, and an introductory video (captioned) is available to view below.

If you would like to access this information in another format, or if you’d like to have an informal chat about the board, please email us at  jobs@independentartsprojects.com and someone will get back to you within a day or two. Our office is generally open during working hours.



Who we are looking for… 

It is important that our Board is made up of people with a range of experiences, skills and backgrounds to help us to shape, support and realise our purpose and aims.

We are seeking people who:

  • Have enthusiasm for Independent Arts Projects purpose and programme
  • Are passionate about the impact and power of the arts and creativity
  • Can bring sound, independent judgement, acting as a critical friend
  • Have an understanding of governance (though training can be provided)
  • Enjoy working collaboratively
  • Can advocate for IAP and champion the company’s work

We welcome applications from individuals from a variety of experiences and backgrounds, including but not limited to people who bring experience in:

  • Business development & income generation
  • Communications & marketing
  • Disability advocacy
  • Education & Research
  • Human Resources / Legal

Please note: we particularly encourage applications from individuals who are historically under- represented on boards due to age, disability, ethnicity, faith or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, education, socio-economic background, or those with caring responsibilities.

People who may not think they fit the typical criteria required for Board membership, but who are inspired to contribute to our work, are warmly encouraged to apply.


Timeline for recruitment of new trustees

  • Positons advertised: Monday 4th July
  • Online information session: 1-2pm, Tuesday 12th July
  • 1-2-1 online sessions: w/c 25th July and w/c 4th August
  • Deadline for applications: 6pm, Monday 29th August
  • Follow up conversations to be held in: September and October
  • Opportunities to observe board meetings: September, December and March
  • Training will be mutually agreed and arranged as required

You can book a 1-2-1 Zoom session between 25th July and 5th August to ask questions or find out more about the organisation and our future plans. 

You can book a session at https://calendly.com/iaprojects


Job Information pack (scroll down for various formats)


If you would like to access this information in another format, or if you’d like to have an informal chat about the board, please email us at  jobs@independentartsprojects.com and someone will get back to you within a day or two. Our office is generally open during working hours. 

Please note that Mhari is off in the week commencing 18 July but will respond to enquiries or applications on her return the following week. 


Photo credit: Brian Hartley / Stillmotion, Sound Symphony team in rehearsals, May 2019.