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Community Arts Workers develop and implement arts programs and activities which can include photography, painting, sculpture, dance, music, drama, creative writing, and textile arts. They promote the value of arts and creative development in the community, and may work with targeted minority groups (eg, seniors, disabled persons, women, children, migrants) or in specific regions or rural zones.
As a Community Arts Worker you could be applying for government funding for an arts program for disabled children, collaborating with a group of writers to deliver a creative writing program, meeting with a community group to assess their interest in a cultural dance program, or developing marketing content to promote an upcoming arts program in a rural area.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Community Arts Worker.
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The Bachelor of Arts (Theatre Studies) provides a deep understanding of drama theory and modern theatre history. It blends theatrical theory with hands-on training, offering students the chance to showcase their work through public performances. Students cultivate communication skills beneficial both in theatre and everyday life. Graduates excel in collaborative teamwork, creative problem-solving, and public speaking. This foundation prepares them for careers in acting, theatre production, and education. .
Average duration: 3 years.
The Bachelor of Arts (Performing Arts) focuses on the intersection of performance, innovation, community engagement, and technology. It emphasizes the transformative role of the performing arts in society. Students hone their physical and creative abilities through hands-on learning, exploring historical and theoretical aspects while collaborating with digital technologies and other art forms. Core skills like acting, dance, dramaturgy, and choreography are cultivated, along with techniques for collaborative and site-specific performances..
Salaries for Community Arts Workers in Australia start at $61,500 per annum. Increase your earning capacity by gaining university qualifications in community development.
There are at least 500 Community Arts Workers employed in Australia right now. They work for local government Councils, regional galleries, and community arts organisations.
Community Arts Workers need qualifications (and a strong interest) in both the arts and the community services sector. The most likely pathway is to obtain a Bachelor of Arts (with a specialist major: dance, visual arts, creative writing etc) and a VET qualification from the community services training package. Examples include: Certificate IV in Community Development, Diploma of Community Services, and Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management.
Some Community Arts Workers specialise in First Nations art and culture so a Bachelor of Indigenous Studies or Graduate Certificate in Traditional Languages, Culture, and Heritage may also be helpful.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023
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