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.

Most recent TAKU news

Events

29oct17:0018:30LinkedIn i jobbsökandet

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Calendar

Welcome to TAKU’s annual autumn meeting on 24th November

21.10.2026

A Union Could Be the Best Decision of Your Twenties

13.10.2026

Suggest a professional or an action of the arts and culture industries 2026

1.10.2026

A Union Could Be the Best Decision of Your Twenties

Finnish trade unions are an institution dating back over a hundred years. But why should someone in their twenties be interested in something that’s a hundred years old?

Suggest a professional or an action of the arts and culture industries 2026

Who or what do you consider to be the most distinguished person or an action in the industry 2026? Send us your suggestion!

New salary recommendations and terms of employment in the art and culture sector 2025-2027

Those with a degree in cultural production or a master’s/ bachelor’s degree in history, literature and cultural studies can apply our (private sectors) salary recommendations. Updated employment terms for art and culture sector are also available. New recommendations are valid from June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2027.

Welcome to TAKU’s annual autumn meeting on 24th November

As a member you are warmly welcome to participate TAKU’s autumn meeting on 24th Nov. As a member it is also possible to stand for the election of TAKU’s board.

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.