Be United End-of-Year Blog Post: Reflecting on a Historic Year

Be United End-of-Year Blog Post: Reflecting on a Historic Year

As 2024, our 10th anniversary year, comes to a close, we are reflecting on an incredible year of growth, milestones, and achievements. Every event we hosted was sold out, demonstrating once again the amazing support we receive from you, our community! Thank you for being part of this journey over the past decade. Together, we…

My Experience as a Media and Communications Intern at Be United
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My Experience as a Media and Communications Intern at Be United

Hello! I’m Mati Namory, a 4th-year PR and Marketing student, and I’d like to share my experience interning as a Media and Communications Assistant at Be United. It’s been an incredible journey, and I’ve learned so much throughout my time with the organisation. From day one, I was welcomed into a team that was amazing….

Celebrating 10 Years of Be United: Trustee Ben Chinchen’s Inspiring Speech

Celebrating 10 Years of Be United: Trustee Ben Chinchen’s Inspiring Speech

Celebrating 10 Years of Be United: Trustee Ben Chinchen’s Inspiring Speech At “Be United Presents: 10 Years of History “ on October 25th at Johnnie Walker Princes Street, Trustee Ben Chinchen delivered a heartfelt speech that expressed the essence of Be United’s mission, growth, and impact over the past decade. Here’s a look into Ben’s…

Be United Welcomes New Treasurer and Non-Executive Director to Strengthen Leadership Team in its 10th Anniversary Year

Be United Welcomes New Treasurer and Non-Executive Director to Strengthen Leadership Team in its 10th Anniversary Year

Be United is proud to announce the appointment of two new key members to its leadership team. As part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening the organisation and building a sustainable future, we welcome Zarine Manekshaw as the new Treasurer for Be United (SCIO) and Lara Banjo as the newly appointed Non-Executive Director (NED) for…

‘Be United Presents: 10 Years of History’ at the Johnnie Walker Princes Street 
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‘Be United Presents: 10 Years of History’ at the Johnnie Walker Princes Street 

Be United invites you to a once-in-a-decade event, Be United Presents: 10 Years of History, as we commemorate Black History Month and our 10-year journey supporting Black creatives in Scotland’s performing arts, screen, and cultural events sectors. This special anniversary show will take place on 25th October at the iconic Johnnie Walker Princes Street in…

We’re Hiring: Freelance Videographer
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We’re Hiring: Freelance Videographer

Reports to: Creative DirectorFee: Based on experienceDepartment: Creative DevelopmentClosing Date: 13th November 2024 Are you a talented videographer with a passion for storytelling through video? Do you thrive in creative environments and have a strong technical background? Be United is looking for an experienced Freelance Videographer to join our dynamic Creative Development team! In this…

Behind the ‘This is Your Fringe’ Artwork: Jacqueline Briggs on Culture, Inspiration, and Collaboration
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Behind the ‘This is Your Fringe’ Artwork: Jacqueline Briggs on Culture, Inspiration, and Collaboration

Jacqueline Briggs, the talented illustrator behind our stunning ‘Be United Presents: This is Your Fringe’ poster, works from her studio in Inverness, nestled in the Highlands of Scotland. Drawing inspiration from her rich Papua New Guinean and Scottish heritage, Jacqueline’s work is deeply rooted in her fascination with people and culture. She primarily focuses on…

‘Be United Presents: This is Your Fringe’ DJs Announced

‘Be United Presents: This is Your Fringe’ DJs Announced

As the excitement builds for our ‘Be United Presents: This is Your Fringe’ shows, we’re thrilled to introduce the incredible DJs who will be taking over the decks and bringing their unique sounds to Edinburgh! Chilli Flakes: Friday’s Electrifying Energy Kicking off our weekend on Friday night, we have the talented Chilli Flakes! Born and…

Exploring the Impact: Our Trustees Share Their Experience at Be United
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Exploring the Impact: Our Trustees Share Their Experience at Be United

From championing social justice in the creative industries to advancing environmental sustainability, Be United’s trustees have been instrumental in shaping both our organisation’s present and its future direction. We’ve asked them to share their experiences thus far. Want to Join our Board? Curious about joining our Board of Trustees? Be United is currently seeking a…