Story Fellow – Lead Transformative Projects with StoryArcs

Story Fellow – Lead Inspiring Projects with StoryArcs

Are you ready to harness storytelling to inspire social participation, raise awareness, and support informed decision-making? Join StoryArcs, a pioneering Programme led by The Story Society at Bath Spa University and become a catalyst for positive change in your community. Apply today to become a Story Fellow and shape the future through the art of storytelling.

About StoryArcs

StoryArcs is an AHRC-funded initiative that leverages ‘Story Skills’ to inspire cultural dialogue and social impact. As a Story Fellow, you’ll be part of an international network dedicated to applying storytelling to address creative challenges and complex societal issues. Through placements with leading organisations, you’ll refine your narrative craft, develop strategies for leadership, and make a real difference in fields such as the arts, health, and community engagement.

Role as a Story Fellow

As a Story Fellow, you’ll lead transformative projects, working alongside Host organisations to address contemporary issues using the art of Story. You’ll gain hands-on experience, applying your Story Skills across disciplines – from strategic narrative planning to community engagement. Your work will help shape a more empathetic and connected world, cultivating your leadership potential along the way. The role also provides structured mentorship, supporting your development as an impactful storyteller.

About the Cardiff Projects:

StoryArcs presents two meaningful opportunities aimed at inspiring cultural participation and supporting others through the art of storytelling:

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Explore how narrative can support women and girls with cystic fibrosis in making informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health.

Cardiff Council
Utilise storytelling to engage and support residents of Channel View, Grangetown, as they transition to a new development, fostering a strong sense of community.

Platform for Growth

A key component of StoryArcs is the Deep Story Leadership Platform, which we have set up to support early career professionals in developing their Story Skills through impactful, real-world projects. Graduates will receive the StoryArcs Award, a testament to their contributions and commitment to impactful storytelling.

Ready to Apply?

Bring your passion for story narration, curation and inclusive representation to our collaborative, creative community. Visit our Call for Story Fellows to learn more and start your journey today!

Further Details

The Fellowships run from February 2025 to March 2026, with the StoryArcs Programme working alongside Cardiff Metropolitan University. All projects involve a combination of in-person and hybrid working. However, several projects, particularly those focused on community engagement, would benefit from local knowledge.

Fellowship Grant: you will be compensated according to agreed-upon terms of a freelance contract with a grant of approximately £28,815 for 130 working days at £220 per day (12-14 months), in accordance with Cardiff Metropolitan University's grant-giving/ supplier regulations.

Not Quite Right?

Find out about our six other placements on our Call for Story Fellows. Or, register your interest to be notified of any roles that come along that meet your criteria.

Closing date: Monday 18^th November (We would like to advertise for two weeks in the first instance and then extend for a further two weeks if we do not get enough responses).

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