How to become an arts administrator
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- an apprenticeship
- volunteering
- applying directly
University
Many arts administrators are graduates but it's not essential. Most subjects are accepted though you may have an advantage with a degree in:
- arts management or arts administration
- events and entertainment management
- business studies
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
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Apprenticeship
You could get into this job through a general administration or events route, like an intermediate apprenticeship in administration or an events assistant intermediate apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
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Volunteering
Relevant skills and experience are valued by employers. You could get this through volunteering or temporary work like:
- helping with student or community drama productions or concerts
- working front of house or at box offices at arts centres, cinemas or theatres
- taking temporary jobs with arts festivals
Volunteering can help you to develop a network of contacts within the industry. Competition for jobs can be strong, so contacts may help you to find work.
Direct Application
You could apply for jobs if you've got experience or qualifications in office administration, fundraising or marketing. An interest in the arts would also be helpful.
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Further information
You can find more advice about working in the arts through Arts Council England, and Voluntary Arts.
You can also find out more about working in creative careers from Discover Creative Careers.