Artists' Union England

48% of our members who used our rates of pay guidelines told us their fees increased as a result. Joining Artists’ Union England means you’re not negotiating alone - you have the backing of collective standards and the strength of solidarity.

View our rates of pay guidelines on our website.

“Black History Month is an opportunity for our arts and culture sector to honour the work that generations of Black artists and communities have done, to shine a light on struggles and victories but to also say no to racism."

Scroll to read the full message from our Co-Chair, Zita Holbourne.

Weeks before the UK government formally recognised Palestine, our Co-Chair Zita Holbourne urged them to take this step. She also stressed that recognition alone was not enough, and that much more must be done to end the genocide.

Proud to be AUE. Proud to stand on the right side of history.

When you join AUE, you don’t just become part of a union - you gain a powerful voice on the national stage. Together, we make sure artists aren’t just heard - they’re taken seriously.

To read Loraine’s full speech, head to the link in our bio!

#artistsunionengland #artsineducation #solidarity

"The arts inspire hope and dreams. We want that for every child, for every adult. Arts
education available for everyone - a door of opportunity, open for all."

We call upon our government to make arts education accessible to all.

#artistsunionengland #artsineducation #unionstrong #solidarity

Yesterday's announcement from the UK government should have happened years ago. The UK must act now, alongside all states opposing the Israeli government’s slaughter of Palestinians.

We demand an immediate ceasefire, withdrawal from Gaza, and an end to attacks in the West Bank.

#freepalestine

You can now pay your union subs monthly!

For just £4 a month you’ll receive the support of our dedicated caseworker, access to 30mins of free legal advice, and £5m Public & Products Liability insurance.

Sign up at the link in our bio, today.

#artistsunionengland #unionsubs #solidarity

Are you an LGBTQIA+ artist and a member of AUE? We invite you to join our new LGBTQIA+ members network.

Please email info@artistsunionengland.com with LGBTQIA+ Members Network in the subject line, if you’re interested in joining.

#artistsunionengland #LGBTQIA #network

As the trade union for artists in England, we stand in solidarity with our 2,000+ members to hold the art world to account.

Our team offers one-to-one support, giving members the advice and tools they need to advocate for themselves.

Join Artists’ Union England today for just £4 a month.

The TUC Congress is over, but the fight goes on. We’re leaving inspired & ready for action. Artists – this is your union. Let’s build it together.

Divided we beg. United we bargain.

Join AUE today for just £4 a month.

#TUC25 #artistsunionengland #artworkiswork #fairpay

Even in this culture of very low pay, there is still a gender pay gap. AUE attends the annual TUC Women’s Conference to advocate for women artists, fighting for pay parity, equal representation and fair working conditions for women artists.

#artistsunionengland #genderpaygap #TUC

It’s Day 1 at this year’s TUC Congress – we’re making sure artists’ voices are heard loud & clear. Scroll to hear from our Co-Chairs on why us being here is so vital.

Solidarity ✊

#TUC25 #artistsunionengland #artworkiswork #fairpay

Negotiating your worth shouldn’t be intimidating. As a union for and by artists, we understand how tough it can be to ask for the fee you deserve.

That’s why we’ve created a ready-to-use email template to help you implement our Artists’ Rates of Pay Guidelines.

#artistsunionengland #freelancelife

Our co-chairs, Zita and Loraine, will be chairing and speaking at multiple fringes at the 157th annual TUC Congress and championing artists at the heart of the trade union movement.

If you’re in Brighton between 7th-10th September, come and say hi 👋

#artistsunionengland #artworkiswork #fairpay

We urge all artists to use our rates of pay guidelines, which outline half-day and full-day rates for artists of all levels of experience. Access our rates of pay guidelines for free: www.artistsunionengland.org.uk/rates-of-pay/

#artistsunionengland #artworkiswork #fairpay

We need the government to understand that without a stable home, decent pay and access to good working conditions, artists cannot create art, which contributes to the culture and wellbeing of this country. Join AUE now: www.artistsunionengland.org.uk

Quote taken from the AUE membership survey 2024.

When you’re an independent artist faced with a dispute against a huge organisation, it can be easy to feel hopeless. But don’t give up – contact your union! Join AUE now for just £48 per year: www.artistsunionengland.org.uk

#artistsunionengland #artworkiswork #fairpayforartists

Access our rates of pay guidelines for free now – and don’t forget to join your union. We can help you through any disputes. www.artistsunionengland.org.uk

Quote taken from the AUE membership survey 2024. #artistsunionengland #artworkiswork #fairpayforartists

We need studio space. We need stable housing. We need rent controls. We need the government, employers, landlords, everyone to recognise that the spiralling cost of housing and workspace is having a devastating impact. Become a member of AUE now: www.artistsunionengland.org.uk

We urge the government to ensure the fair application of AI across all industries – including pay for the artists who originate work used to train AI.

If you’re an artist facing issues at work due to the implication of AI, get in touch. Join AUE now: www.artistsunionengland.org.uk

The arts are in dire need of urgent investment. We join the organisations calling on the government to act now. Become a member of AUE and join the movement: www.artistsunionengland.org.uk

#artistsunionengland #artseducation. Headline taken from The Art Newspaper.

If you’re having trouble getting your invoice paid on time, we are here to support you. We can advise you on your rights, and remind your employer of their legal obligations to pay their freelancers in a timely manner. Join AUE now for just £48 per year: www.artistsunionengland.org.uk

By standing in solidarity as artists, we gain a powerful voice that is capable of change. Join AUE now for just £48 per year. Divided we beg. United we bargain.
www.artistsunionengland.org.uk

ZONE31 CIC has joined the AUE Good Practice Charter!

As an arts organisation, it is your responsibility to ensure safe and fair working conditions for the artists you engage. Find out how your organisation can join our Good Practice Charter: www.artistsunionengland.org.uk/good-practic...

The arts make us who we are. They create communities. It is vital that children from all backgrounds can participate.

Sign the open letter to the Secretary of State for Education calling for better access to the arts: actionnetwork.org/forms/open-l...

As a union led by artists, we understand that it can be a challenge to find a spare £48 all in one go. That’s why we’ve introduced the option to pay by card monthly, to help spread the cost to just £4 per month. Join now: www.artistsunionengland.org.uk

Artists’ Union England stands with members who uphold the boycott of Israel - Artists' Union England England’s trade union for visual, applied and socially engaged artists

Please read our full statement and download the apartheid free zone graphics, to add to your email signatures, websites and other associated platforms, here: www.artistsunionengland.org.uk/artists-unio... #BDS #FreePalestine #ArtistsUnionEngland

Our visual declarations are available for members to download and share on artists’ websites and social media, for those who wish to publicly state that their creative practice is an Apartheid-Free Zone.

As the genocide reaches new and horrific extremes, our moral responsibility is clear: we must recommit to the established and effective strategy of BDS and take every opportunity to work to end the genocide from below.

At the AUE Annual General Meeting in June, our membership overwhelmingly voted for the union to continue to use its position at the Trades Union Congress, and as part of the broader labour movement, to continue to push for the freedom and dignity of the Palestinian people.