Professional Development
The art of balancing study and work
There are many benefits to gaining relevant industry experience while you’re still studying. Current and past students tell us why.
Sector self-sabotage: hiring the wrong people
Arts organisations are prioritising commercial and business skills in new employees instead of innovation and creativity, research shows.
Career Spotlight: Publisher
The publisher is the acquisitor, decision maker, planner – from nurturing a writer's very first ideas to ensuring the smooth…
The first 90 seconds of your job interview
Did you know that a potential employer will make the decision to hire you in the first 90 seconds of…
Career Spotlight: General Manager
Do you have a head for grant writing and acquittals, budgeting for a not-for-profit, overseeing day to day operations and…
Why art in the regions is like an inflatable pool toy
Opportunity is key to the success of regional arts. A new annual festival picks up on the momentum generated by…
How to get your hands on that scholarship money
Looking for a boost in your study funds? A scholarship is a great cash infusion for your education and looks…
A five point action plan for the arts
In this time of Trump and Brexit, when the far right are on the rise and arts funding is more…
Why self-care needs to come from the top
We've collected self-care tips that aren’t about instructing an individual to go for a walk or take a bath, but…
On the move: the latest appointments and resignations
Global search brings Aussie home to SSO, Belvoir's new Executive Director, an AD for Melbourne Writers Festival, & MTC announce…