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Creative Coding Utrecht is looking for a Strategic Lead Marketing & Communications | Job opening for a paid position, freelance/self-employed | Closing date: January 15, 2026

Creative Coding Utrecht (CCU)

CCU is the platform for digital creativity. We support creators, connect organisations and sectors, inspire audiences, and share knowledge with hobbyists and IT professionals. Our values are rooted in exploration, critical thinking, collaboration, transparency, hands-on work, and inclusivity. We organise workshops, meetups, concerts, exhibitions and much more.

In 2024 CCU has become a Zoöp, a cooperative where all forms of life (zöe) work together. A Zoöp ensures that non-human voices and interests are heard and considered in the decision-making and working practices.

We are looking for an analytically strong and creative professional who can translate marketing principles into concrete actions and results. You have knowledge of marketing principles and approaching partners and audiences, can give convincing advice, and enjoy working with a diverse group of people.

Duties and Responsibilities

• You are responsible for the overall marketing and communication strategy and can translate this into concrete actions. This strategy should reflect our vision and align with our attitude; regenerative and with solidarity
• Developing marketing/communication plans for program lines, target groups and partners
• Coordinating marketing, PR, and communication messages (social media and website posts), newsletters

Requirements

• In touch with trends within social media content and ability to play around with them to fit our organisational tone of voice
• Interest in clear and accessible communication and visual design
• Excellent communication and written skills in both Dutch and English, with the ability to collaborate with an international team
• A passion for contemporary arts, digital culture, or arts education
• Proactive and confident professional who can stand their ground and set boundaries when needed
• Demonstrable experience that reflects medior/senior-level responsibility and independence

Our Offer

• An independent role in a small, ambitious team of roughly 8 people
• Being part of Creative Coding Utrecht: the 5th zoöp in the world
• Working with inspiring artists and curators in a unique setting at the Hof van Cartesius
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home
• Compensation based on the guidelines of De Zaak Nu
• Working hours to be discussed

Can you already see yourself in this role? Or do you have any questions? Send an email with your questions or a short introduction about yourself, your CV, and a brief motivation letter to Werner de Valk via the button below. Deadline: January 15th.