1296-13 Artistic Director
Determines and oversees implementation of artistic policies for performing arts organisations such as theatre companies, dance companies, music ensembles, festivals and venues.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- formulates and develops the organisation's artistic policy
- selects and plans the organisation's artistic program, and selects and supervises artistic staff
- oversees, advises and assists with the implementation of the selected program
- ensures liaison between all parts of the organisation
- oversees and advises on the organisation's public image
- undertakes long-term planning for the organisation
- advises and reports to the organisation's governing board
- works closely with the organisation's General Manager
- may be creatively involved as an artist in the organisation's artistic output
- may function as the organisation's chief executive officer