The Art of Short-listing Job Applications

This week, I've been thinking about how you go about short-listing candidates for roles in the arts. I've been responsible for recruiting a number of roles in the past, most recently in the area of producing and production management. The number of applications I've received for some positions has been overwhelming, so I've found it essential to have a short-listing system and stick to it.

A great tip for getting your foot in the door in the arts

I'm trying to ease myself in gently with this blog, so lets start with the basics! The arts industry often has a glamorous reputation. Exciting shows, star performers, big venues, bigger parties. The fact is, like a lot of other things, it is also hard work.

Many people working in arts management have found their way to the top by starting at the bottom, but there seems to be an increasing number of arts management university graduates who are hoping their qualifications will fast track them into plum roles in the industry.