Fair Work Statement
anam creative is committed to creating a professional environment where Fair Work is at the core. We want to ensure that we are an organisation whose core team, commissioned artists and collaborators feel heard, valued, and have the opportunity to develop alongside our enterprise.
anam creative’s Fair Work statement has been written in accordance to the Scottish Government's Fair Work First Guidance.
Effective Voice
We believe in offering those we work with the means of having their voices heard within anam. Through feedback sheets, weekly reflection sessions in all of our funded projects and in person or zoom meetings we promote constructive criticism and feedback. We believe that those who work will have unique and valid insights into how anam runs and should have the chance to voice their opinions.
Fulfilment
We support fulfilment through an open work environment that encourages skill sharing and opportunities to learn through activity. Our funded collaborative projects offer paid time to develop artistic practices while experiencing new methods of working through collaboration.
anam creative fosters this aspect of fair work through several means, including granting autonomy, providing opportunities for problem-solving and making a positive impact. We prioritise investments in learning, personal development, and career advancement. Our commitment involves setting realistic and attainable performance expectations that do not compromise well-being. Moreover, we maintain clear and transparent criteria for career progression and offer ample chances for personal growth.
Opportunity
We are committed to offering fairly paid opportunities to as wide a network of artists and musicians as possible. All of our application processes are informal and can be filled out in writing or by submitting a video cover letter and CV. By using a point system that outlines the main characteristics we are looking for in an applicant, we ensure our recruitment process is objective and fair. Our approach to anam creative as a collective allows those we have commissioned the opportunity to run their own projects through anam creating more avenues for more professional development.
Respect
anam creative believes that those we work with deserve to work in an environment that is free from bullying, harassment, discrimination and victimisation. We have policies which outline our commitment to offering a safe and open work environment which promotes respect and support.
Security
anam creative pays everyone involved in our organisation with the rates set by the Scottish Artists Union. Our core team and those we commission are on freelance contracts which allows for flexible working hours and we do not use zero hour contracts or fire and rehire practices.
Code of Conduct - Commissioned Artists
Respect
I am a key part in making anam creative a safe space for myself and others. I help make anam safe by respecting the space, the core team and other commissioned artists. As a commissioned artist I deserve to be welcomed and treated equally to everyone else. I extend this treatment to those I work with. I know there are many ways to express frustration and a difference in opinion, but none of these expressions should make others feel unsafe.
Share
When I take part in a project, I share my work knowing I will be celebrated. I deserve to talk without interruption or ridicule just like everyone else. I know that everyone shares their ideas and emotions differently. I will share my ideas in my own way. I will remember when expressing myself that there are receivers of my words and actions, and treat them as I would like to be treated.
Learn
When others are presenting or sharing I will actively listen. I appreciate that there will be moments during my time on this project where I will be challenged. This could be by learning new skills, meeting new people or working to briefs with set deadlines and requirements. This may make me uncomfortable but I know that this is part of learning and being a commissioned artist for an anam creative project.
Feedback
As a commissioned artist on one of anam creative’s projects I am invited to offer feedback. That might be suggesting alternative methods of project delivery, requesting more flexible working hours due to personal circumstances or requesting additional support for my access needs. My perspective is valued. When offering feedback I will contact one of the core team directly via their individual or collective work email.
Code of Conduct - Facilitators
Respect
I am a key part in making anam creative a safe space for myself and others. I help make anam safe by respecting the space, my colleagues and everyone we work with. I deserve to be welcomed and treated well and those I work with deserve the same.
Support
I am deserving of a fair wage and support as a member of anam creative. I will make use of the support offered to enable me to be present in my role. I understand that my personal identity, needs and circumstances should in no way limit my opportunities or experience with anam creative. I am aware of the steps to take if I feel that I am being treated unfairly.
Learn
I commit to releasing any prejudices I may have of other’s cultures, religions, gender identity and needs. I will listen to those around me to understand the individual needs of the people I work with at anam creative. I understand that I am able to share my thoughts and feelings about my own identity in order to help others learn.
Grow
I can accept that mistakes are a part of growing and I extend this compassion to team members, commissioned artists and myself. I understand that I can communicate my creative and career goals with my team members, knowing the relevant opportunities will be offered to me when available. My identity is a key contribution to the making of anam creative. Knowing this I choose collaboration over competition.
Feedback
As a member of the anam creative collective I am invited to challenge the way we do things. That might be suggesting alternative methods of project delivery or requesting more flexible working hours due to personal circumstances.
Complaints Procedure Policy
Who can make a complaint?
Any person who works, or is commissioned by anam creative, anyone who has attend one of our events or anyone who has come across anam online can make a complaint
How should complaints be made?
Complaints can be made in writing by sending a complaint to anamcreativeproject@gmail.com by speaking to one of the directors directly.
Stages of the Complaints Procedure
If there is an issue, we will have 3 Progress meetings:
Meeting 1: "What’s going on?" Mediated by an external board member
Meeting 2: "Options to fix problem" Mediated by an external board member
Meeting 3: "Final review - can the problem be resolved?" Mediated by an external board member