Professional Development
Five rules for an artist's budget
If you are not playing by these budgeting rules, don't expect the numbers to add up on an arts income.
Dos and Don'ts of working with boards
When running an arts organisation, the board of directors can be your inspiration or your bête noire.
Is originality over-rated?
In the age of the mash-up, adaptations, reappropriations and covers can provide a more viable stream of work than doing…
How to budget on a variable income
Stop using your erratic income as an excuse to avoid taking control of your finances
Optimism prevails despite uncertainty in the industry
Arts and media professionals are facing tumultuous times but most in the arts are optimistic about the impact of the…
Over-programming puts arts workers at risk of burnout
Doing too much can give you an adrenaline rush but it comes at a long term cost.
Utopia and how to get there
Dreaming of a vital arts sector can be empowering but it can also be depressing.
Seven steps to building your confidence
More than most fields, success in the arts depends on having the confidence to choose your own path and stick…
A job fair focused on female success
Young creatives have an opportunity to seek advice from feminist role models about pursuing and navigating a career of your…
Why we need to nurture young cultural leaders
It’s time to embrace a more collaborative approach to cultural leadership.