Work with us
Work with us
Our aim is ‘to promote through the media of portraits the appreciation of the men and women who have made and are making British history and culture, and ... to promote the appreciation and understanding of portraiture in all media’. Explore our current opportunities.
Job Vacancies
The Gallery is committed to equality and is a member of the Employers' Forum on Disability, Race for Opportunity and the Equality Exchange.
Working at the National Portrait Gallery
Volunteering and Work Experience
We offer volunteer opportunities in a variety of departments, as well as a work experience programme for secondary school students.
Get Creative
Develop your art skills
Discover our BP Next Generation short films made by artists. Follow step by step guides in drawing and painting techniques.
Hold Still photography workshop
Reflect on your own experiences of lockdown through this easy-to-do from home, photographic exercise.
Draw Like a Renaissance Master
Revisit The Encounter exhibition and learn about Renaissance and Baroque drawing methods and materials.