The Council is seeking expressions of interest from curators, artists, and creatives to join the Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term starting from August 2023. They are looking for five new committee members who have expertise in public art, visual art, art collections, exhibitions, or public programming, and one of these positions is dedicated to a First Nations creative. The committee meets quarterly to provide specialist advice to the Council and enable community participation in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Arts and Culture. Locally based people or those with a strong connection to the Shire are encouraged to apply, and the Council strongly encourages applications from diverse groups and emerging artists. Nominations close on 23 June 2023.
Are you passionate about arts and culture? Do you want to make a difference in your local community? If so, Nillumbik Council wants to hear from you. The Council is seeking expressions of interest from curators, arts professionals, artists, and creatives to join their Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee for a two-year term from August 2023 to June 2025.
The Council is looking for five new committee members with expertise in public art, visual art, art collections, exhibitions, or public programming. One of these positions is dedicated to a First Nations creative. The committee meets quarterly to provide specialist advice to the Council and enable community participation in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Arts and Culture.
If you are locally based (live/work/study/play in Nillumbik) or have a strong connection to the Shire, you are encouraged to apply. The Council wants you to keep them informed of the artistic and cultural needs of the community, provide feedback and advice regarding key issues relating to arts and culture.
The Council strongly encourages applications from First Nations Peoples, people living with a disability, culturally or linguistically diverse groups, and LGBTQIA+ community, as well as emerging contemporary artists and curators. Please contact them about your access requirements for this application.
If you want to apply, the nominations close on 23 June 2023. Before applying, please read the committee Terms of Reference(PDF, 301KB). If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Council.
If you are selected to join the committee, you will have the opportunity to help shape arts and culture in Nillumbik. You will be able to use your expertise and knowledge to make a positive impact on the community. You will also be able to network with other arts professionals and creatives, and gain valuable experience in the field.
So, if you want to make a difference in your local community and help shape arts and culture in Nillumbik, apply to join the Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee today. The Council is looking forward to hearing from you.
