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We are seeking to commission an artist/organisation to deliver a film making project with young people as part of Culture Start.
The project is aimed at working with young people (aged approximately 11–18) living in Easington Lane and surrounding areas who attend youth club sessions at The Flatts Youth Centre (ran by Community Opportunities). Youth club sessions take place on Mondays and Fridays between 3pm and 5pm.
At a glance
Project: Culture Start
Fee: £5250
Timings: Project runs February – September 2026 with a minimum of 15 on-site sessions to be delivered during that period
Location: Sunderland (on-site sessions located at The Flatts Youth Centre)
Deadline: 10am on 23 December 2025
If you’re a young artist aged 11-19 and living in Sunderland, showcase your creativity at Bright Lights Youth Arts Festival 2026!
Whether you’re a visual artist, film maker or musician, check out how you can have your work be part of this year’s festival.
Vacancies
As we enter a bold new chapter for the organisation and the city, we are seeking a new Chair to lead the charity, working closely with the CEO and partners to shape a bright future.
The board governs the charity and ensures Sunderland Culture is well-run, legally compliant, and financially sound as a registered charity and company limited by guarantee.
The Chair will provide strategic leadership to the Board, ensuring that Trustees fulfil their duties effectively.
How to apply
After reading through the recruitment pack, please send your CV and covering letter (max. 2 pages) to recruitment@sunderlandculture.org.uk
Deadline: 12pm, Monday 26 January
We are seeking to appoint two independent trustees who will bring expertise, insight and constructive challenge to Board discussions.
The board governs the charity and ensures Sunderland Culture is well-run, legally compliant, and financially sound as a registered charity and company limited by guarantee.
Trustees act as guardians of the organisation’s purpose, ensuring decisions are made in the best interests of those we serve.
How to apply
After reading through the recruitment pack, please send your CV and covering letter (max. 2 pages) to recruitment@sunderlandculture.org.uk
Deadline: 12pm, Monday 26 January
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Advocacy Lead to raise the profile of Culture Start and support existing efforts to position the project as a leading example of place-based cultural investment.
The role will focus on building strategic relationships, developing a clear advocacy narrative and driving engagement with local, regional and national funders, policy makers and influencers.
At a Glance
Project: Culture Start
Contract: Freelance, part time – approx. 17-20 days from December 2025 until September 2026 (with possible extension to March 2027)
Fee: £6000
Location: Sunderland-based (hybrid working possible)
Deadline: 10am on 26 November 2025
We recognise the wealth of life experience, skills, ideas and knowledge that exists in our local communities, and the valuable contribution that volunteers can make to Sunderland Culture. Sunderland Culture is committed to providing meaningful, enjoyable and safe volunteer assignments of real value within clear and appropriate programmes of activities.
Applications to volunteer with Sunderland Culture are currently closed while we work through our waiting list. We regularly recruit new volunteers across our venues, so please check back regularly for updates.
If you are aged 13-25, you can become part of Sunderland Culture’s Young Leadership group, Celebrate Different Collective