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…
As I reflect on the past few days at WOMEX (Worldwide Music Expo) in Manchester, I feel deeply grateful and very satisfied with how I spent my time. Having attended several conferences and expos this year, WOMEX stands out to me as a definite highlight and a fantastic way to close my year of events….
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
In affiliation with Fruitmarket, Be United Presents: Sunset Soirée is a stunning visual and musical experience which introduces the next wave of emerging diverse Scottish artists. Sunset Soirée serves as the culmination event for Be United’s Producing the Future programme, where aspiring event producers, aged 18-25, hone their skills in event management by organising a…
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new Beyond The Scenes webinar series where we invite industry insiders to share their expertise and insights into the world of entertainment. Our first guest speaker for the Beyond the Scenes: Unlocking Opportunities with Casting Databases webinar is Gbolahan Obisesan, a versatile British-Nigerian actor, playwright, and…