Virtual Assistant for Research & Admin Support (Arts & Culture Industry) – Part-Time (15 hrs/week)

We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly organised Virtual Assistant to support our team with research, admin tasks, and business outreach. The ideal candidate should have strong research skills, experience in managing databases, and the ability to find relevant business contacts and funding opportunities. If you have a background in the arts, creative industries, or brand partnerships, that’s a plus! Responsibilities Research & Data Collection: Identify and compile brand contacts, sponsors, and funding opportunities Research and track grants, funding bodies, and sponsorship programs for artists and events Pull and organise PR and media contacts for press outreach Admin & Data Management: Maintain and update contact databases and spreadsheets Keep track of funding deadlines, outreach efforts, and responses Organise files and documents for easy access and reporting Outreach & Follow-Ups: Draft professional emails for sponsors, grants, and funding applications Track outreach progress and follow up with potential partners Assist in preparing pitch decks and sponsorship proposals (formatting, research) General Research & Industry Insights: Conduct research on art industry trends, brand partnerships, and funding opportunities Provide weekly reports summarising key findings Monitor new funding and sponsorship openings in the creative sector Who We’re Looking For Strong experience in admin, research, and data organisation Comfortable using Google Sheets, Notion, or CRM tools Excellent written communication skills (for outreach emails & reports) Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Preferred: Experience with grants, funding, or sponsorship research Preferred but Not Required Background in the arts, culture, or creative industries Previous experience working with arts organisations or creative agencies