DIY Kenya Commission

Deadline: 14 May 2010 

The DIY Kenya commission is a new residency opportunity developed by bloc for technologists, creatives and collectives based in Wales to travel to rural Kenya. The aim of the residency is to develop innovative ideas, products, events, interventions or artworks in response to everyday African concerns.

What: A commission for a creative practitioner/s (2 people max) from Wales to be in residence in rural Kenya and develop an innovative project during a three-week period.

When: 18 July- 10 August, 2010

Where: Phase 1: 20 July – 3 August. Practitioners will be based at the Kwale Homeopathic College and Health Center - www.4kenia.nl
Phase 2: 4-10 August. Practitioners will be based in Nairobi and participating at Maker Faire Africa 2010 - www.makerfaireafrica.com

Please note that we are not currently able to offer the successful applicant a fee. However, all travel, accommodation and medical costs will be covered, along with a small materials budget. We will also provide comprehensive support during the duration of the residency.

For further information, eligibility criteria and an application form please go to http://www.bloc.org.uk/cgi-bin/showbig.cgi?id=109

Deadline for submissions: 1pm, 14 May 2010

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northern bloc Virtual Balloon Race

Be one of the first to release your virtual balloon to race over google maps. Your balloon will travel, rise and fall dependent on weather data gathered from around the world. It will carry with it your six word short tale - a personal, poignant and even profound statement. Prizes will be awarded to owner of the balloon which travelled the furthest and to the stories deemed to be most evocative.
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northern bloc 4 Launch Event

30 Mar 2010 

The next phase of the northern bloc project will be launched at Technium CAST, Bangor on 30 March. The event comprises: an interactive installation; a virtual balloon race; an actual balloon release plus the chance to find out about northern bloc’s programme of workshops, clinics and commissions. The event will be followed by an opportunity to take part in the Wales in the World workshop (http://www.bloc.org.uk/cgi-bin/showbig.cgi?id=106) at Galeri, Caernarfon at 5pm. ... read more

northern bloc 4 coordinator

Monday 7th Dec 2009 

bloc is seeking applications for a northern bloc coordinator post for a Practitioner (Artist/Creative Technologist). The post lasts for a period of 9 months, starting at the beginning of January 2010. The post-holder will be an artist/creative technologist applying their knowledge and understanding as a practitioner to generate new opportunities for practitioners in the form of clinics, workshops and commissions across North Wales.

Salary: £10,700 on a freelance basis
Location: Glyndŵr University office at Technium CAST (Centre for Advanced Software Technology), Bangor

Please note the short deadline for this post - all applications must be received by 2pm, Monday 7 December 2009. All applicants need to be available for Interviews on Tuesday 15 December, 2009 at Technium CAST (Centre for Advanced Software Technology), Bangor

For more information and how to apply, please go to: http://www.bloc.org.uk/cgi-bin/showbig.cgi?id=103

To apply: email CV and covering letter addressing the particular points of experience outlined in the job to emma@bloc.org.uk

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Programme Development post for a Practitioner (Artist/Creative Technologist)

Wednesday 16th Sept 2009 

bloc is seeking applications for a Programme Development post for a Practitioner (Artist/Creative Technologist). The post lasts for a period of 10 months, starting October 2009. The post holder will promote technology across all artforms in Wales and lead on the development of three commissioning projects for bloc’s programme of work in 2010 and 2011 as well as participate in bloc’s current programme of work.

The post-holder will be an artist/creative technologist applying their knowledge and understanding as a practitioner to generate new opportunities for practitioners in the form of commissions.

Salary: £8,000 on a freelance basis
Location: Flexible (bloc Main Office, Chapter, Cardiff)

For more information and how to apply, please visit go to http://www.bloc.org.uk/cgi-bin/showbig.cgi?id=102

Please note the short deadline for this post - all applications must be received by Wednesday 16th September. ... read more

SPLICE (Social Practices, Learning and Interoperability in Connected Environments)

SPLICE is an 18-month project which seeks to actively engage practitioners from the Creative Technology sector and education, in order to assess and promote the business potential of social networking. The project is led by the University of Bolton and supported through JISC (Joint Information Systems Committee). Project partners include Coleg Harlech WEA (www.harlech.ac.uk) in Wales as well as other FEs, HEIs and Creative Industries Organisations across the UK. bloc is supporting the development of SPLICE with the Creative Technology Sector across Wales.

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bloc Administrator

October 2007 

Job Vacancy

bloc is looking for a part-time Administrator to assist in maintaining bloc’s base in Gladestry, Powys. 1 to 1.5 days per week – days / hours & school holidays are negotiable. The appointed person will have experience in back office support and administration including filing and databasing. Computer literacy with MS Word Suite (Word & Excel) or Open Office are essential for this post as are good organisation and communication skills. ... read more

northern bloc Project 2006 - 2007

July 2006 - July 2007 

This phase of the northern bloc project extends the project remit to the three counties of Conwy, Gwynedd and Anglesey.

This year we are excited to be putting together a new timetable of informative and relevant networking events, seminars and a one-day conference; details of which will be circulated in the coming months. These events will be based upon the key professional development issues that have been collectively identified in the pilot project.

If you haven’t already heard of northern bloc or benefited from any of its activities, we want to hear from you to ensure we reach all creative technology practitioners and providers in the project area.

Please visit the website for further details.
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Northern Bloc: 2 x Part – time Project Officers

Monday 5th June, 2006 

Bloc is looking for two Project Officers to assist in delivering Northern Bloc in Anglesey, Gwynedd and Conwy Counties, North Wales. The appointed persons will have experience in networking and organising activities and events. An informed approach to the Creative Industries and New Media in Wales is essential. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable and it is envisaged that one of the officers will be fluent in Welsh. The post holder will be experienced in using PC computers using XP and databasing. The applicants will need to have access to private transport to carryout out many of the duties required of this post. ... read more

Northern Bloc: Part – time Project Manager

Monday 5th June, 2006 

Bloc is looking for a Project Manager to assist in delivering Northern Bloc in Anglesey, Conwy, and Gwynedd Counties, North Wales. The appointed persons will have experience in networking and organising activities and events. They will have experience in project management and budgets. They will be experienced at programming new media events and conferences. An informed approach to the Creative Industries and New Media in Wales is essential as well as an understanding of the current issues and debates concerning creative technology practice. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable. The post holder will be experienced in using PC computers using XP and databasing. The applicant will need to have access to transport to carryout out some of the duties required of this post. ... read more

Improving Bloc`s Online Provision

Tuesday 30th May 2006 

Bloc is currently redeveloping and expanding the online services it provides via its website and e-bulletin. The aim of this development is to encourage and consolidate the exchange of information on the creative technology sector in Wales and beyond via Bloc`s online presence.

As part of this process, Bloc is inviting recipients of the Bloc Bulletin and network members in general for suggestions of changes or new services which are not currently on offer on the Bloc website but which would assist you in developing your practice or improve the profile of the sector in Wales and beyond. ... read more

Southern Bloc Project

September 2005 - February 2006 

Southern Bloc is a six month pilot project in Blaenau Gwent. The project will identify and bring together individuals and clusters from the creative industries working with new technology and assist in the creation of a network for participants.

The project initially focussed on Blaenau Gwent County, later expanding its remit to neighbouring counties in the Heads of the Valleys region. ... read more

Northern Bloc Project

11th October 2005 - Project update 

Northern Bloc has recently been established in Conwy County in order to identify and bring together individuals and clusters from the creative industries working with new technology. The project hopes to attract professionals in the region including neighbouring counties: Anglesey, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd and Wrexham. ... read more

Project Officer: Southern Bloc

Deadline:Tuesday 19th July. Electronic applications only sent by midday on the day of deadline. Short listed candidates will be notified via email/telephone by Wednesday 20th July. Interviews: Tuesday 26th July at Tafarnaubach, Tredegar. Post begins:August 2005 

Bloc is looking for a Project Officer to assist in establishing a Southern Bloc in Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council, South Wales.

Salary Scale: £120 per day VAT inclusive paid in six instalments. Days: 50 days (equivalent to two day a week) over 6 months beginning in August ‘05. Base: The project officer will be based at Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council offices in Tafarnaubach, Tredegar. Responsible to: Director, Bloc ... read more

Project Officer: Northern Bloc

Deadline:Monday 13th June, midday. Postal or electronic applications will be accepted. Electronic applications need to be sent by midday on the day of deadline. Interviews Monday 20th June 2005. 

Bloc is looking for a Project Officer to assist in establishing a Northern Bloc in Conwy County, North Wales.

Salary Scale: £120 per day VAT inclusive. Working 38 days (equivalent to 1.5 day a week) over 6 months beginning in July ’05. The project officer will be based at the Business Centre, Llandudno Junction, Conwy. The post holder will need to be available from July ‘05.
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