Vacancies

Marketing Officer (P/T, 7 days per month)

The Marketing Officer will be responsible for developing and managing Firefly Arts’ marketing and communication strategies. This role is rooted in a youth-led approach, ensuring that young people are at the heart of shaping Firefly’s public presence. Working closely with young participants, the Marketing Officer will facilitate and support them in co-designing and co-creating engaging content that reflects their voices, experiences, and ideas. 

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that Firefly’s marketing strategy is developed collaboratively with young people, empowering them to take the lead in content creation, social media engagement, and communication campaigns. This includes providing creative guidance, offering technical support, and ensuring that their contributions are meaningfully integrated into Firefly’s outreach efforts. Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

– Develop and schedule engaging content across Firefly Arts’ social media platforms.
– Manage social media activity, ensuring content resonates with our community, and that our platforms reflect the voices of the young people we serve.
– Co-create marketing materials with young people, including posters, flyers, and promotional graphics using tools like Canva or similar design platforms.
– Work collaboratively with young people to implement a marketing strategy that integrates their ideas and reflects their unique perspectives.
– Take the lead on developing and updating Firefly’s website, including a dedicated section documenting the ARC legacy.
– Develop and send out monthly newsletters.
– Co-design promotional materials with young people for Firefly’s events, workshops, and performances, leveraging platforms like Eventbrite, social media, and other digital tools.

Person Specification

Essential: 

– Experience in marketing, digital communications, or content creation.
– Strong skills in social media management (with a focus on Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok and YouTube).
– Ability to create engaging visual content using Photoshop, Canva or similar design tools.
– Experience writing newsletters and managing email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp).
– Excellent communication and organisational skills.
– Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
– Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to support young people in shaping narratives.
– Ability to work collaboratively with young people, valuing their input and empowering them to take creative ownership.
– Website development experience (basic knowledge of WordPress, Squarespace, or similar platforms). 

Desirable: 

– Experience working in the arts or charity sector.
– Familiarity with Eventbrite and WhatsApp group management.
– Experience delivering training or workshops in digital media or creative marketing. 

Why Join Us? 

– Work with a vibrant, supportive arts organisation committed to empowering young people.
– Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through creative collaboration.
– Opportunities to develop your own practice and skills.

Contract: Freelance contract for three years, 7 days per month
Location: Flexible, with weekly presence required at Firefly Arts’ office in West Lothian
Fee: A fixed fee of £14,000 for the first year with an annual review (paid in 12 monthly instalments)
Apply: To apply, please send a CV and a short cover letter (or a short video/audio statement) outlining your relevant experience and why you’re interested in the role to electra@firefly-arts.co.uk 

Deadline for applications: Friday, 14th March  

Further Support
Firefly Arts is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.
We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process. Please tell us about any access requirements by emailing admin@firefly-arts.co.uk or calling  and we will always do our best to make any reasonable adjustments.  If you need any of the documents in a different format or need other adaptations in order to complete your application form, please contact our administrator Dawn McPherson at  admin@firefly-arts.co.uk  

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P.A.C.T Project Coordinator (P/T 0.6, 3 days per week)

Firefly are seeking a coordinator to take the lead on their P.A.C.T (Positive Actions for Challenging Times) project. P.A.C.T was originally created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, funded for 3 years (2021-2023) through National Lottery Community Fund Young Start. Firefly have recently received a further 3 years financial support (2025-2027) through Young Start to ensure this project can continue. The Project Coordinator will oversee the entirety of the P.A.C.T project, liaising with the Firefly team and external agencies to create and deliver arts and media skills project that give young people throughout West Lothian, no matter their social or economic background, the opportunity to develop their confidence and creative skills through the arts. The P.A.C.T project aims to encourage and support young people to speak out and take action on issues that relate/matter to them, their communities and society as a whole. Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

– Plan and deliver weekly theatre/drama sessions for young people throughout West Lothian.
– Create and oversee the delivery of 2 new classes at Firefly; a film club and a creative writing group.
– Oversee the creation of a youth board which will meet quarterly.
– P.A.C.T will run alongside other Firefly projects, and therefore there will be regular opportunities for professional exchange and development.
– The P.A.C.T Coordinator will work in collaboration with other Firefly practitioners and be supported by and report to Firefly’s Artistic Director.
– Create and contribute to the submission of annual reports to the funder. 
– Collaborate with the Marketing Officer to encourage and provide practical support to young people taking an active role in managing Firefly’s social media platforms and developing content that resonates with their peers.
– The role will be line-managed by the Chief  Executive Officer (CEO).  

Person Specification: 

– Experience working with young people, ideally in creative or educational settings.
– Experience managing and delivering quality youth arts activity.
– A strong interest or background in theatre, drama, or the arts.
– Experience of, and commitment to, working with young people who are socially, emotionally or economically marginalised.
– Excellent leadership and communication skills.
– Ability to travel to and from Howden Park Centre and other locations throughout West Lothian
– PVG clearance. 

Why Join Us? 

– Work with a vibrant, supportive arts organisation committed to empowering young people.
– Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through creative collaboration.
– Opportunities to develop your own practice and skills. 

Contract: Permanent, Part Time (20 hours per week)
Location: Howden Park Centre, Livingston. Travel to various locations throughout West Lothian may be required.
Fee: £25,000 per annum (pro rata)
Apply: To apply, please send a CV and a short cover letter (or a short video/audio statement) outlining your relevant experience and why you’re interested in the role to electra@firefly-arts.co.uk

Further Support
Firefly Arts is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.
We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process. Please tell us about any access requirements by emailing admin@firefly-arts.co.uk or calling  and we will always do our best to make any reasonable adjustments.  If you need any of the documents in a different format or need other adaptations in order to complete your application form, please contact our administrator Dawn McPherson at  admin@firefly-arts.co.uk

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Lead Artist/Workshop Leader (Freelance contract per project) 

Firefly are seeking dynamic and passionate Lead Artists to join our pool of freelance practitioners. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced individuals to lead weekly drama sessions, guiding young people through creative projects that explore theatre, encourage collaboration, and promote socialisation. Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

– Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive, and creative weekly drama sessions.
– Lead young people in exploring theatre and drama while fostering teamwork and self-expression.
– Oversee the creative process of group projects, ensuring all participants feel supported and valued.
– Collaborate with an assistant present at each session to ensure smooth facilitation.
– Maintain a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment for all participants.
– Report to Firefly’s Artistic Director and track/document registers/numbers each week. 

Person Specification: 

– Experience working with young people, ideally in creative or educational settings.
– A strong interest or background in theatre, drama, or the arts.
– Excellent leadership and communication skills.
– Reliable and able to commit to weekly sessions.
– Flexibility to join our pool of artists and be contacted for upcoming work.
– Ability to travel to and from session locations. 

Why Join Us? 

– Work with a vibrant, supportive arts organisation committed to empowering young people.
– Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through creative collaboration.
– Opportunities to develop your own practice and skills. 

Contract: Freelance/Sessional Work (As Part of a Pool of Artists)
Location: West Lothian (specific location dependant on assigned group)
Fee: £30 per hour
Apply: To apply, please send a CV and a short cover letter (or a short video/audio statement) outlining your relevant experience and why you’re interested in the role to both ricky@firefly-arts.co.uk & electra@firefly-arts.co.uk

Further Support
Firefly Arts is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.
We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process. Please tell us about any access requirements by emailing admin@firefly-arts.co.uk or calling  and we will always do our best to make any reasonable adjustments.  If you need any of the documents in a different format or need other adaptations in order to complete your application form, please contact our administrator Dawn McPherson at  admin@firefly-arts.co.uk

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Workshop Assistant (Freelance contract per project) 

Firefly are seeking dynamic and passionate practitioners to join our pool of freelancers. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced individuals to assist in weekly drama sessions, guiding young people through creative projects that explore theatre, encourage collaboration, and promote socialisation. Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

– Alongside the Lead Artist, plan and deliver engaging, inclusive, and creative weekly drama sessions.
– Lead young people in exploring theatre and drama while fostering teamwork and self-expression.
– Oversee the creative process of group projects, ensuring all participants feel supported and valued.
– Maintain a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment for all participants.
– Report to Firefly’s Artistic Director. 

Person Specification: 

– Experience working with young people, ideally in creative or educational settings.
– A strong interest or background in theatre, drama, or the arts.
– Excellent communication skills.
– Reliable and able to commit to weekly sessions.
– Flexibility to join our pool of artists and be contacted for upcoming work.
– Ability to travel to and from session locations. 

Why Join Us? 

– Work with a vibrant, supportive arts organisation committed to empowering young people.
– Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through creative collaboration.
– Opportunities to develop your own practice and skills. 

Contract: Freelance/Sessional Work (As Part of a Pool of Artists).
Location: West Lothian (specific location dependant on assigned group)
Fee: £15 per hour
Apply: To apply, please send a CV and a short cover letter (or a short video/audio statement) outlining your relevant experience and why you’re interested in the role to both ricky@firefly-arts.co.uk & electra@firefly-arts.co.uk

Further Support
Firefly Arts is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.
We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process. Please tell us about any access requirements by emailing admin@firefly-arts.co.uk or calling  and we will always do our best to make any reasonable adjustments.  If you need any of the documents in a different format or need other adaptations in order to complete your application form, please contact our administrator Dawn McPherson at  admin@firefly-arts.co.uk

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Voluntary Treasurer (Firefly Board Member) 

Firefly are currently looking for a voluntary treasurer to join our board. As Treasurer, you will play a vital role in supporting the financial governance of Firefly Arts, helping ensure the sustainability of our transformative work with young people. This is an opportunity to:

– Gain experience in financial oversight and charity governance.
– Help shape the future of an inclusive and creative youth theatre charity.
– Enjoy the satisfaction of supporting a charity that nurtures young people’s creativity and confidence.
– Build networks within the arts and charity sectors.
– Contribute to Firefly’s commitment to equality, diversity, and neurodiversity.

This is a 3 year voluntary role, with a 1 day per month commitment and attendance at 4 board meetings per year is required.

Apply: Please submit your application to electra@firefly-arts.co.uk expressing why you’d be a great fit for Firefly Arts. We look forward to hearing from you!

Further Support
Firefly Arts is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.
We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process. Please tell us about any access requirements by emailing admin@firefly-arts.co.uk or calling  and we will always do our best to make any reasonable adjustments.  If you need any of the documents in a different format or need other adaptations in order to complete your application form, please contact our administrator Dawn McPherson at  admin@firefly-arts.co.uk

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