We’re looking for an enthusiastic, curious and ideas-driven artist to join Frân Wen for a year of creating, directing and experimenting.

This is an opportunity to develop your voice and artistic practice.

• Direct two productions
• Assistant direct a professional production alongside Olivier Award nominated and UK Theatre Award winning director Amy Leach
• Co-create, experiment and develop ideas
• Work with professional artists, young people and communities
• Be part of the creative life of Nyth, Bangor

You don’t need to have done everything already. If you have some experience, artistic instinct and a desire to take the next step, we want to hear from you.

Details

Title: Associate Artist
Location: Nyth, Bangor, with work at other locations according to the needs of the programme
Contract: One-year fixed-term contract, starting as soon as possible
Language: The ability to speak Welsh confidently is essential for this role
Reports to: Artistic Director
Salary: £30,000
Hours: 38 hours per week, including evenings/weekends
Closing date: 02 October 2026
Interviews: W/b 05 October 2026

Due to the nature of the work with children, young people and vulnerable adults, the appointment will be subject to the relevant safeguarding checks and satisfactory references.

If you have any questions about the role, need any support with your application, or would like an alternative format, please contact us directly by emailing nia@franwen.com or calling Nia Jones on 01248 715048.