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Working together to improve local arts
Working together to improve local arts
How the Plymouth Visual Arts Consortium is developing the arts sector in the southwest.
From maker to manager
From maker to manager
Why running a craft fair can be more fulfilling than making, and advice for new makers.
Becoming a creative social entrepreneur
Becoming a creative social entrepreneur
How the Devon School for Social Entrepreneurs is helping creative businesses.
A career in carnival
A career in carnival
Carnival artists and teachers on learning varied skills
My music business mentor
My music business mentor
Two performing artists talk about their mentoring relationship.

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Job profiles

  • Job profile: management record label

    Record labels need managers and administration staff to carry out a range of tasks that support the label to run.

  • Job profile: fundraiser

    Charities and other organisations such as museums, galleries, National Trust and English Heritage need to raise money to maintain their work.

  • Job profile: camera operator (PSC TV)

    Camera Operator is a senior role within television camera departments, but precise responsibilities vary greatly depending on the type of production. On high budget television dramas or commercials, the Camera Operator's main role is to support the Director of Photography (DoP or DP), and the Director, by accurately carrying out their instructions regarding shot composition and development. Camera Operators also cover other drama productions, documentaries, current affairs and news, operating Portable Single Cameras (PSC) and shooting on various tape or digital formats.

  • Job profile: technical illustrator

    Technical illustrators, who may also be known as scientific illustrators, prepare detailed drawings to help people understand often complex scientific or technical information.

  • Job profile: blacksmith

    Blacksmiths create ornamental and functional objects by hot forging a wide range of metals.

  • Job profile: manager - arts centre

    All cultural activities and organisations need accounting and administrative support to take care of their business activity.

  • Job profile: wood worker

    Wood workers are involved in designing and making objects from a range of woods for a range of different uses and purposes.

  • Job profile: cartoonist

    A cartoonist draws pictures and cartoons to amuse, educate and influence people.

  • Job profile: arts administrator

    Administrators are responsible for areas such as accountancy, fundraising, publicity, organising exhibitions, customer care and management of people and buildings.

  • Job profile: producer, live events

    Producers of live events are responsible for ensuring the smooth running and success of a live event.

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