Freelance Book Festival Programmer Book Festival

About the Role

One Ren are seeking a dynamic and creative Freelance Book Festival Programmer to join the team to build on the success of the 2026 festival programme.

The eighth edition of Paisley Book Festival will take place between 13 and 16 May 2027, coinciding with the opening year of Paisley Museum. The programme should include core festival events, and a series of industry‑led workshops held within One Ren’s newly transformed venues Paisley Town Hall and Paisley Central Library.

The Programmer will liaise directly with a range of One Ren teams to support the development and delivery of the 2027 Paisley Book Festival and the associated schools’ programme as well as the Family Day event.

• Develop and deliver the 2027 Paisley Book Festival programme.
• Coordinate industry‑led workshops at Paisley Town Hall and Paisley Central Library.
• Collaborate with One Ren teams for the associated schools’ programme and Family Day event.
• Provide a testimonial from previous relevant work if shortlisted.

Timeframe: August–May 2027

Fee: £14,700 (approx 2 days a week, based on 7hrs per day at £31 per hr for 34 weeks).

Deadline for submissions:
July 17  be considered for this role, please provide a CV no later than July 17 at 5pm.

A panel made up of staff from One Ren will review CVs and create a shortlist based on the essential criteria. Interviews may be scheduled for w/c 10 August.