Fast Forward is looking to commission an experienced writer/researcher to work on researching and drafting a policy for collecting and archiving photography with Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) priorities at its heart. The policy will be for use within public sector institutions, and it will include reference to the potential uses of new technologies such as AI. It is expected that the policy will feed into a bigger multi-partner research project.

The post would be an ideal opportunity for a post doc/early career researcher and someone with experience of consultancy work or writing within the cultural sector. The successful candidate will work across the collections at National Galleries Scotland and Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales where they will assist to co-ordinate two onsite research workshops and interviews with institutional staff and other identified individuals. The candidate will be responsible for writing the first draft of a policy, which will be a minimum of 10,000 words, based on this activity by mid-May 2026 and completing a final draft by mid-June 2026.

The work needs to be completed by May 12th, 2026, and is expected to take approximately 20 days. Depending on the work proposed the fee will be between £4000 and £5000. We will also provide funding for travel between Edinburgh and Cardiff and your home base. The two institutions that we are working in collaboration with are National Galleries of Scotland and Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales.

Person specification – The ideal candidate would have the following key skills and experience:

Essential requirements:
• Strong communication skills, including an ability to write clear and compelling narratives.
• Organised individual with the ability to plan and prioritise effectively, shifting priorities, when necessary, sometimes at pace.
• A problem-solver, with experience of using data, evidence, and insights to develop a set of solutions to an issue.
• Delivery focussed, with the ability to turn complex issues into clear steps, with plans in place to deliver these.
• Knowledge of the infrastructure for photography and the visual arts in the UK.
• Knowledge of EDI priorities and strategies in the public realm.

Desirable skills:
• Experience of working in partnership with external stakeholders to deliver outcomes.
• Experience of developing an EDI strategy.

We welcome applications from underrepresented communities.

To make an application please send the following to afox@ucreative.ac.uk:
A4 CV
Covering letter
300-word statement about how you will approach the project