Finance Trustee for Arts Charity

Who We Are

Mediale is an international media arts charity based in North Yorkshire, originally founded in 2016 to celebrate the designation of York as the UK's first and only UNESCO Creative City of Media Arts.Working with technologically innovative and ambitious artists, we produce art with human connection, empathy and experience at its core.

We're keen to find a trustee with key skills and experience in financial management surrounding charities, arts organisations and/or creative digital organisations.

By joining the Board, you will be joining a committed and dynamic team who have a keen investment in the all work that they do.

The Role

Purpose

As a trustee, you'll play a key role at Mediale. You will work closely with our Creative Director, Chair, and the rest of our Board members to ensure the organisation fulfils its purpose.

You will help us make balanced and informed decisions about our way forward, and in doing so, allow us to achieve our aims by creating real, lasting change.

A Trustee position at Mediale is a non executive, voluntary role. It is unpaid but reasonable expenses can be claimed where appropriate.

Summary of Responsibilities of Board

Ensure that the organisation complies with all relevant legislation and regulations

Ensure the organisation pursues its objectives as defined in its governing documents

Ensure the organisation uses its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects

Bring fresh and independent thinking to the Board, supporting our culture of collective responsibility

Set the strategic direction of the organisation; keeping it under contact and constructive critical review

Commission specialist expertise to advise and support Mediale including legal services, auditors, and other expertise as required

Time Commitment

We would not expect fulfilling the role to absorb more than 4-6 days in a calendar year.

Attending quarterly board meetings, reading and agreeing to all the papers ahead of said meetings

Undertaking occasional communications activity (such as speaking at a launch, or writing a quote in your name)

Serving on a committee or advisory board representing Mediale at a meeting, and participating in key charity events and strategy discussions.

Person Specification

Able to demonstrate knowledge, skills and experience in finance & accounting

Able to demonstrate a commitment to the aims and objectives of Mediale, including equal opportunities and diversity.

Skills and experience in setting targets, monitoring and evaluating performance and projects.

Ability to contribute approximately two hours per month. Board and strategy meetings are generally held four times a year over Zoom, with one in person annually.

Candidates should be team-players and have the time to commit to attend meetings.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the application form and email it to