Council of Chaos
THE COUNCIL OF CHAOS IS RECRUITING
Behind every bookclub, social night, craft club, author event and questionable group chat decision is our Council of Chaos, the wonderful volunteers who help us make Fantasy Bookclub Scotland what it is.
And we're looking for our next crew!
The 2027 Council of Chaos will run for 12 months, bringing together bookclub hosts, social organisers, creatives and general agents of bookish mischief from across Scotland.
Whether you're passionate about bringing people together, creating content, taking photographs, organising adventures or simply want to help make FBS even more magical, there's probably a place for you here.
And yes, existing Council members are absolutely encouraged to apply again!
WHAT EXACTLY IS
THE COUNCIL OF CHAOS?
The Council is our volunteer team helping us run and grow FBS behind the scenes.
You'll be part of a lovely bunch of bookish humans who help create the events, content and community that happen across Scotland, while also getting to know the people behind the usernames and making plenty of new bookish besties along the way.
This is a volunteer role. We don't expect anyone to be available 24/7, and we know life happens. We're looking for people who are reliable, enthusiastic and excited to contribute to the community.
As a member of the Council, you will receive free access to all bookclubs, a 12-month Patreon membership and discounted tickets to our larger events! Some roles will have additional benefits listed in the job description!
BOOKCLUB HOSTS
GLASGOW CO-HOSTS
Held by: Becca & Amy
Our founders will continue to lead our Glasgow bookclubs and overall FBS community.
EDINBURGH CO-HOSTS
Help us bring the FBS magic to the East Coast!
Our Edinburgh Co-hosts help run monthly bookclub events, welcome new members, lead discussions and create the warm, chaotic atmosphere FBS is known for.
2 Co-host positions
Open to existing FBS members only.
ABERDEEN CO-HOSTS
Help us build our Aberdeen community from the ground up!
You'll help host bookclub events, welcome new members and create a new home for fantasy and romantasy readers in Aberdeen.
2 Co-host positions — one 12-month term + one 6-month term
Open to existing FBS members only.
DIGITAL REALM HOST
Bring the bookclub to the Internet!
We're looking for an Online Host to lead our monthly virtual bookclub and make sure our online readers get just as much chaos, conversation and community as everyone else.
You'll host approximately one online bookclub per month, usually around 3–4 hours including preparation and hosting.
You'll help guide the discussion, welcome members into the conversation and make sure nobody is left shouting their theories into the void.
1 Host position
Open to existing FBS members only.
CONTENT & CREATIVE TEAM
Our Content & Creative Team helps capture the magic of FBS and turn it into the content you see across our social channels.
The team will capture events, create content, and dream up new ways to help the internet understand just how unhinged our TBRs are.
COUNCIL PHOTOGRAPHER
We want someone who sees a good photo opportunity approximately three seconds before everyone else.
You'll help photograph FBS events, capture community moments, take portraits and create beautiful images we can use across our website and social channels.
You don't need to be a professional photographer, but you'll need your own camera/equipment and a good eye for capturing people and atmosphere.
1 position, 2-3 hours per month + Large Events (Fantasy Balls, Book Launches, etc)
Open to all
COUNCIL VIDEOGRAPHER
Turn our bookish chaos into something people want to watch.
You'll help capture video at FBS events and create Reels, TikToks and other short-form content alongside the wider Content Team.
We're looking for someone who enjoys filming, editing and experimenting with video.
1 position, 2-3 hours per month + Large Events (Fantasy Balls, Book Launches, etc)
Open to all
SOCIAL MEDIA & CONTENT ASSISTANT
This is the role for someone who permanently has TikTok/Instagram open.
Help us keep FBS's social channels fresh, fun and slightly feral.
You'll work closely with Becca to:
✨ Find TikTok/Instagram trends
✨ Help create Reels and TikToks
✨ Make Canva graphics
✨ Suggest content ideas
✨ Help with captions and posts
✨ Turn our events into content
✨ Keep an eye on what's working online
You don't need to know everything about social media already, we want someone creative, enthusiastic and willing to experiment.
1 position, 5-6 hours per month
Open to all
SOCIAL EVENTS TEAM
Because sometimes we need to leave the bookclub and touch grass.
Our Social Events Team will help organise bookish adventures across Scotland.
Think brunches, pub nights, cinema trips, bookshop visits, walks, day trips, Christmas socials, festivals and whatever other nonsense we can come up with.
You'll help us turn ideas into actual plans, finding venues, coordinating dates, helping promote events and making sure nobody gets left standing awkwardly in a corner wondering where everyone went.
Multiple positions available, 3-4 hours per month. Open to all!
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We're not looking for a particular type of person.
You don't need to be an influencer, professional event planner or seasoned bookclub host.
We're looking for people who are:
✨ Reliable
If you say you'll do something, we need to know we can count on you.
✨ Friendly & welcoming
FBS is about community. We want everyone to feel like they belong.
✨ Inclusive
We're proudly LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent-friendly and expect our Council to help us maintain that environment.
✨ Creative
We like people who have ideas — even the slightly ridiculous ones.
✨ Collaborative
Nobody is expected to do everything alone. The Council works as a team.
✨ Excited about FBS
You don't need to be our biggest fan. But you should genuinely want to help us make the community even better.
APPLY TO JOIN
THE COUNCIL OF CHAOS
The next term will run for 12 months.
Existing Council members are very welcome, and encouraged, to apply again.
Applications for the 2027 Council of Chaos will open on 21st October 2026 and are expected to start in January 2027.
Applications close on 15th November 2026 23:55.
Come for the books. Stay for the chaos.
THE COUNCIL OF CHAOS PACK
This document contains more detailed role descriptions and expectations for Council of Chaos positions and how to apply!
cover letters should be sent to hello@fantasybookclubscotland.com
see the Council of Chaos pack above for more details