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Artistic Director

Last modified: July 27, 2010, 01:51 PM

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This is an ideal career for a creative and visionary thinker. The Artistic Director provides overall artistic leadership of an arts company to ensure every production is of the highest artistic standard.

Salary p/a
40k - 150k

Qualifications
Post Graduate

Intensity
Standing

Demand
Stable

Travel
Medium

Conditions
Indoors & Outdoors

Weekly Hours
40-50

Pros

Freedom to be creative and inventive
Satisfaction and pride with the final production
Varied tasks and responsibilities

Cons

Very little job security
Stress and pressure to meet performance deadlines
Irregular and long working hours

The Bottom Line

Artistic directing is an occupation for the creative individual with high levels of responsibility. A passion for the arts and business knowledge are essential, as is the ability to direct others. The long and ever-changing working hours can be challenging.

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