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“Located on Wadawurrung Country in Djilang/Geelong, Platform Arts is a multi-artform organisation with a 28-year history in delivering bold, experimental works, programs, festivals, symposia and performances that are supported by residencies, creative developments, workshops, and mentorship. We have experienced significant growth in recent years, and have achieved incredible successes throughout some of our sector’s most challenging times. ”
work with us: ARTISTIC DIRECTOR & CO-CEO POSITION
Platform Arts is seeking applicants for the role of Artistic Director & Co-CEO
The Artistic Director & Co-CEO is a key leadership role at Platform Arts, responsible for driving the artistic direction for the organisation; initiating and delivering an annual artistic program of activities including: exhibitions, performances, public programs and artist development.
They will have the opportunity to lead a period of tremendous growth for the organisation, with the commencement of multi-year funding through Creative Australia in 2025 supporting organisational and program expansion. They will play a key role in industry collaborations, organisational strategy, and supporting the delivery of an engaging, diverse, and critically rigorous artistic program.
The Artistic Director & Co-CEO will steer the organisation in a collaborative leadership framework alongside the Executive Director & Co-CEO, championing creativity, experimentation, cultural advocacy, sustainability, access and leadership. Together they will lead and review the ongoing delivery of the organisation’s vision, strategy and activities—with the implementation of the 2025–2028 strategic plan, including the first opportunity for the new Artistic Director to guide the vision and strategy for Platform Arts. The role is based at Platform Arts on Wadawurrung Country, Geelong.
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TO APPLY
Please provide a CV (4 pg max) and Cover Letter (2 pg max) as one PDF document, outlining your experience and suitability for the role, and why you are interested in working for Platform Arts.
Applications can be sent to: board@platformarts.org.au.
Enquiries can be made to: tennille@platformarts.org.au
Recruitment Timeline:
Applications close: 11.59pm Monday 07 April
Interviews: Monday 14 – Thursday 18 April
Role commences: start date to be negotiated from Monday 05 May onwards
Image: Leiko Manalang.