getinvolved
Join Pedestrian’s vibrant community and make a difference! Discover various ways to get involved, from volunteering to partnering with us on creative projects. Your participation can spark change and foster artistic expression.
COMMISSION US
Delivering bespoke workshops for all kinds of organisations
Every project is unique and is shaped by its participants and the community around it. Our experienced team of staff and professional tutors can create bespoke packages delivering a range of specialist workshops in various creative disciplines.
We deliver these directly in schools, local communities, partner locations, and personal settings such as care homes. Pedestrian’s outreach workshops have built its reputation. We also offer workshop spaces in the heart of Leicester city centre, which are available for hire.
WORK WITH US
Looking for a new career adventure?
Pedestrian has become what it is today thanks to the incredible people who have been a part of our journey. Since our founding in 1998, we’ve had the privilege of collaborating with highly skilled and talented practitioners across various fields. Their expertise and creativity have been key to our success.
We’re always on the lookout for fresh talent, whether you’re an artist or an innovative company. If you’re interested in joining a dynamic, passionate team, we’d love to hear from you! Please send us your CV, workshop proposals, and images of your work or previous sessions to info@pedestrian.info. Don’t hesitate—reach out today and become part of our exciting future!
TRAIN WITH US
thinking about upgrading your creative toolbox?
We are committed to supporting artists and creative practitioners to flourish and reach their potential. We aim to provide training that instils best practice and develops high quality future leaders in participatory arts.
“It has come full circle. All the valuable skills I gained whilst training at Pedestrian I now use to teach the young people”
Aaron, AEP Tutor and EAT learner
WORK EXPERIENCE
helping young people with work experience and training opportunities
Pedestrian wants all young people to learn about the different careers on offer in the arts including being a professional artist, arts administration, marketing and project management. And the best way to find out is by getting some practical experience.
We offer work experience for Year 10 pupils, where you will learn about the arts and office administration, as well as general experience being in the workplace. If you are interested in doing your work experience with us and/or have a passion for the arts, please feel free to get in touch with us.
We also offer placements for college/university students who are interested in supporting their studies with some practical experience. We offer a friendly work environment and experience in the office, as well as an opportunity to assist across our programme of work.
VOLUNTEERING
Lending a hand is great for the soul
We are always in need of an extra pair of hands assisting with workshops, or supporting the promotion of our projects, all volunteers are valuable members of our extended team.
Volunteering is good for the soul! We know that there are lots of different reasons that motivate people and we want to give everyone a rewarding experience – You will learn new skills, give something back, develop a career path, get involved in your local community, make use of existing skills, make friends or meet new people.
All volunteers will need a current DBS certificate which we can provide.
TEAM BUILDING
CREATIVE TEAM BUILDING WORKSHOPS FOR ALL KINDS OF TEAMS
Pedestrian offer an opportunity to take part in a creative activity for a half day or full day session. Prices start at only £35 per person to work alongside a professional artist.
Sit behind a desk all day- why not try your hand at DJing or Turntablism? Fancy creating a unique piece of artwork for the office using print-making techniques?
Many other options available: music production (create your own team track), graffiti (see your company name as street art) or ceramics (handmade tiles as signs for your office).
All materials and equipment included and use of our city-centre venue. Minimum booking of 8 people.
