Communications Assistant

DCA is a highly successful, internationally renowned centre for contemporary art that enables audiences, artists, and participants to see, experience and create through our four programme areas:
Exhibitions, Cinema, Print and Learning.

We are currently recruiting for Communications Assistant.

The job holder is responsible for supporting all the activities of the Communications team. In particular the Communications Assistant ensures that DCA is able to communicate effectively with its audiences through the distribution of accurate, targeted information by email, social media, web and other means employed by the Communications Department.

The Communications Assistant also contributes to the smooth running of DCA’s ticketing system through adding and proofing event information, offers and memberships; creating customer segments and liaising with the Visitor Services team on system improvements. They are also responsible for supporting DCA’s internal procedures for reporting audience activity and feedback, for collating and sharing relevant data about DCA’s audiences, and for simple design tasks within the team.

• Covering letter or video/voice file demonstrating how your skills and experience match the job description (max 800 words or 3 mins for a video file).
• Application form

Deadline for completed applications is 12 noon
, Sunday 29 March 2026.

Interviews are expected to take place within three weeks after the closing date. The questions will be circulated in advance of the interview.

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Dundee Contemporary Arts

152 Nethergate, Dundee, DD1 4DY

DCA is supported by Dundee City Council and Creative Scotland

DCA is committed to addressing the inequality that prevents equal access to opportunities in the arts and will be implementing a policy of positive action when selecting candidates. We encourage applications from those who are underrepresented in the arts and cultural sectors and who face barriers to access.

Department: Communications

Hours: 35 hours per week

Working Pattern: 9:00 - 17:00, Monday to Friday

Salary: £23,244.18 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Reporting to: Communications Manager

Location: DCA Building with some home working in line with our Hybrid Working Policy