Current vacancy
Specialist Media Practitioners
Bring focused expertise in photography, audio, film, writing or digital production when participant stories need deeper practical support.
Applications close: Saturday 26 September 2026 at 17:00 UK time.
At a glance
Know the commitment before you apply.
Usually 1 paid workshop or specialist session per practitioner. Strong applicants may be commissioned for 2–4 sessions where their discipline fits more than one workshop.
£180–£240 per workshop or equivalent specialist session
Saturday 26 September 2026 at 17:00 UK time
Primary specialist dates: 23 Jan, 20 Feb, 20 Mar and 17 Apr 2027, 10:30–15:30. The strongest technical need is expected around Workshop 3 · Make the Work on Sat 20 Mar.
Freelance sessional commissions
Why this role exists
A real delivery responsibility, not a generic job title.
Give participants access to specialist craft without replacing their authorship or turning the programme into technical training for its own sake.
What you will own
Responsibilities
- Deliver practical beginner-friendly sessions in your specialist medium.
- Teach participants to make, record and edit rather than simply producing work for them.
- Use realistic, accessible equipment and workflows.
- Work safely with recordings, releases, copyright, privacy and source material.
- Coordinate with the lead practitioner so technical choices serve the story.
What we need delivered
- A focused practical session and reusable learning material.
- Participant skills or outputs that can continue after the session.
- Clear handover of files, permissions or technical follow-up.
What you should bring
- A strong current practice in at least one relevant medium.
- Ability to teach complete beginners with patience and clarity.
- Good handling of consent, copyright and digital files.
Helpful, not mandatory
- Participatory arts, adult learning or community media experience.
- Own portable kit where relevant, with appropriate insurance.
Success in the role
What good looks like.
Participants gain usable skills rather than dependence on a practitioner.Technical quality improves without flattening the participant's voice.
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Deadline: Saturday 26 September 2026 at 17:00 UK time. This form is specific to this vacancy. When successfully submitted, the application is added to the Common Ground HQ recruitment desk against Specialist Media Practitioners.
