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Artist Commission opportunity

Work with us to design our new bespoke merchandise!

We are seeking to commission a local, independent artist, to invite them to engage with and respond to the Museum, House and Gardens, its collection and unique history, and for them to create a bespoke design, illustration, pattern, or artwork, expressive of their own personal style and response.

The bespoke design will then be used to develop a range of souvenir products for the Trust to sell exclusively through their shop, with all proceeds going back to support the Trust as a registered charity. Merchandise may include mugs, tea towels, magnets, badges, stationary etc.

Artist fee: We are offering a sum of £500 excl vat for this design. We will not be able to agree to any ongoing commission payments.
Closing date: 5pm on Monday 16 March 2026

How to Apply

To apply for this commission, we would ask you to send a covering letter to lyndsay.ridley@powell-cottonmuseum.org and alicia.prestleton@powell-cottonmuseum.org explaining why this project appeals to you, how you will approach the ethical considerations of working with a Colonial museum collection, and confirmation that you can deliver the work by the deadline we have set. We ask you also provide a portfolio link so we can get a sense of your artistic style.

If we think your style may be a good match for us and our audiences, we will invite you to meet with us and discuss further.

All artists will be contacted once we have made our decision.

Deadline for applications is Monday 16th March. We will review the submission that week and contact everyone who applies as soon as possible.

PCT100 Project Officer

The Project Officer (Part Time) will lead and coordinate the delivery of the Arts Council England-funded PCT100 Past & Present programme, celebrating the Powell-Cotton Trust’s centenary through inclusive, creative, community-led, and collection-based engagement.  This role will support collaboration across diverse groups including schools, families, artists, individuals and community participants ensuring the Trust’s collections are interpreted and showcased in innovative and accessible ways.

Salary: £26,460 p/a pro-rata (£15,876 pro-rata) but please be aware this contract is for 10-months not 12-months
Hours: 21 hours per week, days tbc, 9am to 5pm with some flexibility
Contract: Part time, Fixed term, 10-months (from start of contract)
Closing date: 5pm on Wednesday 11 March 2026

How to Apply

If you have any questions about this post or its associated responsibilities, please contact Emma-Jayne Hamlington emma.hamlington@powell-cottonmuseum.org.

To apply, email your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest and suitability in this role considering the Job Description Responsibilities and Person Specification (below), to Katy Roberts on katy.roberts@powell-cottonmuseum.org by 5pm on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Interviews will take place on Friday 20 March 2026 at the Powell-Cotton Museum, with a start date asap.