Professional Development

Landing lucrative corporate gigs as an artist
In the creative economy, opportunities for artists supposedly abound. But where? We find out how you can land a corporate…

Getting what you need in the arts
In this video discussion from Arts Access Australia’s Meeting Place 2016, panellists discuss advocacy in the arts and disability sector.

How to manage an artist's estate
Life is long, but art lives longer, and managing an artists' estate is just as important as guiding their living…

How your workplace is affecting your creativity
Standing desks? Plants ? Ping pong tables? Workplace design for creativity isn't quite that simple.

How winning a short film competition could change your life
The short film market has changed but competitions still provide valuable opportunities for emerging filmmakers.

Working alone without being lonely
A creative practice usually involves long hours spent by yourself, but being alone doesn’t have to lead to loneliness.

Virtual reality: The new frontier of storytelling
Virtual reality is built on cutting-edge technology, where the rules of storytelling are still being worked out.

5 things freelancers do to succeed
Nearly a third of Australians are now part-time or full-time freelancers. This is how the successful ones make it work.

10 day jobs to inspire your creativity
Some of the best day jobs to inspire artists have nothing to do with art.

Funding culture outside the art world
Art doesn’t just live in galleries and theatres. Community festivals offer many artists a pathway to professional growth.