Freelance Fundraiser

Creative Scotland; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Creative Scotland is seeking a Freelance Fundraiser for Eastgate Theatre, a key cultural hub in Peebles. This part-time role will involve developing fundraising strategies and writing compelling applications to ensure sustained income. The position offers remote work flexibility with occasional in-person meetings and aims to enhance community impact through fundraising.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in securing income from charitable trusts and foundations.
• Ability to write persuasive funding proposals.
• Experience in community engagement and cultural life.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a fundraising strategy.
• Identify opportunities and write funding applications.
• Contribute to the long-term sustainability of Eastgate Theatre.

Skills

Written communication

Strategic insight

Initiative

Job description

Eastgate Theatre seeks a Freelance Fundraiser (1–2 days/week) to support trusts, foundations, CS applications. £250–£300/day for 6 months (initial). Remote working, occasional visits to Peebles.

Eastgate Theatre & Arts Centre is seeking an experienced Freelance Fundraiser to support its ambitious programme of artistic and participatory work. This is a part-time freelance opportunity (1–2 days per week) for an initial six-month period, with a day rate of £250–£300 depending on experience. Remote working is available, though occasional in-person meetings in Peebles will be encouraged.

Under new leadership since Autumn 2024, Eastgate Theatre has entered an exciting new phase of development. Based in Peebles in the Scottish Borders, the Eastgate is a vibrant cultural hub presenting theatre, music, dance, comedy, film, and visual art. We deliver a wide range of creative and wellbeing-focused participatory programmes, and serve over 30,000 visits each year from across Tweeddale and beyond.

The Freelance Fundraiser will work closely with the Executive & Creative Director to develop and implement a coordinated fundraising strategy, with a focus on securing income from trusts, foundations, and individual giving. You will help shape our approach, identify opportunities, write compelling funding applications, and contribute to Eastgate’s long-term sustainability.

We are looking for someone with:

- A strong track record in securing income from charitable trusts and foundations, and statutory funding, including Creative Scotland

- Excellent written communication skills and the ability to turn ideas into persuasive funding proposals

- Strategic insight, initiative, and the ability to work independently

- An interest in the arts, community engagement, and cultural life in rural areas

This is an opportunity to make a real difference at a key moment for Eastgate Theatre, helping to secure the resources needed to support a growing programme, deepen community impact, and invest in the future of a much-loved local arts venue.

To apply, please send your CV and a short covering note (max one page) outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role to [e-mail] by Tuesday 8th July, 5pm.

For an informal conversation or more information, please contact Fraser Morrison, [e-mail] .

The deadline is Tuesday 08 July 2025 at 17:00.

TAGGED:
Dance / Film / Festivals / Music / Theatre / Visual Arts / Young People (aged 0 to 25) / Participatory Practice