Introduction Training and progression Jobs Recruitment Helpful tips What people say
A guide created by a collective of leading arts organisations to help you develop a career in the arts if you are not a performerspacer

“The best bit is that
I actually get paid for
something I enjoy
and believe in!”


opportunities

 
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Stage Technician
“My job requires me to think on my feet and solve problems quickly – plus a good grasp of technology. My job is great as you never know what weird and wonderful things you will find yourself doing each day!”

Assistant Producer
“I previously worked as a lawyer and it’s been great to see how transferable those skills are to arts management. To get here I went part time at my legal job and volunteered one day a week. Don’t be afraid to ask someone out to lunch or coffee to quiz them for advice.”

Sponsorship and Finance Officer
“For some reason I had never thought about exploring a personal interest and seeing where that took me. A 10-week placement gave me a taste for everything and now I actually get paid for something I enjoy and believe in.”