Trade Union for Art and Culture Professionals TAKU advocates for a better working life!

Our mission is to develop working life in art and culture, make the fields more appreciated, and advocate for the good of the sector. We support our members at all stages of their working lives, provide services and bring experts together.

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Recipients of the Work Life Awards 2025 have been announced

28.11.2025

Welcome to TAKU’s annual autumn meeting on 28th November

5.11.2025

Dear member, answer to income survey!

30.10.2025

Recipients of the Work Life Awards 2025 have been announced

The recipients of the Working Life Awards have now been announced. In the jury’s reasoning, the importance of courage in advancing equality in the arts and culture sector is emphasized, as well as the power of collective effort within the field.

Dear member, answer to income survey!

TAKU collects income data in order to advocate the members and stand by their side.

Welcome to TAKU’s annual autumn meeting on 28th November

As a member you are warmly welcome to participate TAKU’s autumn meeting on 28th Nov. As a member it is also possible to stand for the election of TAKU’s board.

Dear member, answer to income survey!

TAKU collects income data in order to advocate the members and stand by their side.

The new workbook supports career planning and job search

Discover this free workbook which provides an excellent foundation for your job search and helps you plan your next career step!

Member services and benefits

TAKU provides support and professional counselling for its’ members in different situations – but also numerous member benefits, most of which are available to you as soon as you join.

Specialist in the art and culture sector: are you being paid at least the minimum TAKU-recommended salary?

See the TAKU’s salary recommendations for cultural producers (with degrees from a university of applied sciences) and holders of master’s and bachelor’s degrees in arts, history, literature and cultural subjects.

Recommendations and Guides

Check the art and culture sector minimum salary recommendations, employment term guides and other work contract related materials.

Employment contract checklist

An employment contract may be made orally, electronically or manually. A written employment contract is always recommended to prevent disputes later on.