Do you want to become a Arts Administrator? Here is some information to help point you in the right direction:
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Arts administrators provide administrative support for a wide range of artistic and cultural activities including theatre, opera, dance, film, literature, music, painting, sculpture, new media, crafts and design.
The work varies considerably depending on the type and size of the organisation. For example, in a small gallery or arts centre, the arts administrator may be responsible for the whole day-to-day running of the venue. In a large organisation they are more likely to specialise in one area, such as marketing or finance.
Salaries start on around £12,000 to £18,000, and can rise to £50,000 at senior levels.
Arts administrators need:
They can work for a large range of organisations such as theatres and theatre companies, opera and dance companies, concert halls, and arts centres and art galleries. There is a strong demand for people with the right skills, but fierce competition for entry-level jobs.
There are no specific entry requirements, but it is important to have relevant experience - for instance through voluntary work for a local arts centre, theatre, arts festival or gallery.
Many arts administrators are graduates. It is possible to do a first degree in arts management, or to study arts administration as an option in other degree courses. Degrees in music, drama, visual arts, history of art and business subjects are also relevant.
Some people start work in arts administration in a support role - for instance as secretaries or PAs - and work their way up. Relevant Apprenticeships may be available.
Adult entrants should demonstrate a keen interest in the arts (for instance, through involvement as a volunteer) and have relevant skills and experience.
Training is likely to take the form of short courses to learn or improve specific skills. It is possible to combine paid work in arts administration with part-time study for a postgraduate qualification in arts administration/management.
Arts administration has no set career pattern and promotion depends on being ready to seize opportunities as they arise. It may be necessary to move to a different area of the country to gain wider experience and more responsibility.
There are opportunities to move into general management with arts organisations, or to become a freelance consultant.
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