Call for Artists: New Community Mural Commission in The Groves, York
Are you a muralist or visual artist looking to create a lasting public piece in central York?
As part of the ‘Groves Community Improvement Drive’ project, Door 84, in partnership with local businesses and stakeholders, are looking for an enthusiastic artist to bring a major public mural to life on Lowther Street,York.
Project Overview
- Commission Budget: Up to £5,600 (All-inclusive: covers fees, materials, and equipment)
- Location: External side wall of a commercial building on Lowther Street.
- Application Deadline: Sunday 28th June 2026 at 11:59 PM
- Funding Partner: Funded by Phase 3 of the ‘Vibrant and Sustainable High Streets Fund’, provided by the York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
Our goal is to improve the visual landscape of the high street while creating a meaningful piece of public art that celebrates the local area, its history, and its community spirit. We want a design that turns heads, sparks conversation, and instills a sense of local pride.
To be considered for this project please provide us with the following:
- A copy of your CV
- A proposed concept design – A brief written overview detailing your vision for the mural and explaining how you intend to respond to the suggested themes.
- Concept sketches – Preliminary sketches, digital mock-ups, or mood boards illustrating your initial ideas for the mural.
- Examples of relevant past work – A portfolio highlighting your previous murals, large-scale installations, or relevant creative projects.
- Cost summary – A straightforward breakdown of how your proposed quote (up to £5,600) will allocate funds across your fee, paints/materials and resources.
For full project details see here.
How to Apply
Email your submission to: recruitment@door84.org.uk
Closing Date: 11:59 PM on Sunday 28th June 2026
We look forward to seeing your creative vision!
We Are Hiring! Apprenticeship Role – Youth & Community Support Worker
Door 84 are hiring a Youth and Community Support Worker in an apprenticeship role.
The contract would be a fixed term of three years, and working hours would be 30hr/week.
This role is designed to be a cross-functional across our youth and community provision, supporting initiatives across the entire organisation.
The apprenticeship candidate is expected to undertake a qualification that will result in Professional Youth Worker status and a BA Honours in Youth Work (Level 6). The training provider is to be agreed upon following the appointment.
Within the 30 hr working week, 24 would be working with the community and 6 hours would be allocated for independent study.
Academic costs are covered through the NYA’s Levy Funding, so there would be no cost to the candidate for academic study.
The rate of pay for the successful candidate will be aligned with the Real Living Wage (£13.45 / hour).
Please note that this is not applicable to candidates who have already achieved, or are currently studying towards, a level 6 qualification (or higher). The candidate must also be over 18 years old as of 1st August 2026.
To apply for the role, please submit a CV and cover letter to recruitment@door84.org.uk
Your cover letter should be no more than two sides of A4, and should include the following:
- Your experience working with young people and the community
- Why you want to work at Door 84 / with the local community
- Demonstrate a capability to balance working in a fast paced environment with independent study.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 7th June 2026 at 11.59pm.
Interviews will take place w/c 15th June 2026.
The successful candidate will start the role from 1st August 2026.
Download the Job Description HERE