Wesley Goatley

Wesley Goatley is a critical artist and researcher based in London, UK. His work critically interrogates the myths and manipulations of the AI industry and its relations to society, geopolitics, and the climate crisis, and how art practice can intervene.

About the role

Artist Commissions opportunity with Wesley Goatley. This commission invites artists to engage with themes of AI critique, societal impact, geopolitics, and the climate crisis through creative practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce original artistic work that critically examines the AI industry and its broader implications.
• Collaborate with Wesley Goatley to align the commissioned work with the project’s thematic focus.
• Deliver completed work in a format suitable for exhibition, performance, or publication (e.g., installations, performances, films).

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a practicing artist with a portfolio of relevant work.
• Background or strong interest in critical engagement with technology, AI, geopolitics, or climate issues.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within project parameters.

Skills

• Experimental or interdisciplinary artistic practice (e.g., installation, performance, film, sound).
• Critical research skills and ability to translate complex themes into artistic work.
• Experience exhibiting or presenting work in professional venues (e.g., galleries, festivals, museums).

Contact: braid@ed.ac.uk