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TBI Feature: In two parts Mark Amery looks at Creative New Zealand’s review of recurrent funding - how, why and ultimately who gets funded by our arts council. Part one looks at what the review proposes.

TBI Q&A: Kiwi Expat Association (Kea) chairman Sir Stephen Tindall talks about how the Pass It On website aims to promote a bigger picture of New Zealand, including our creative talent, in the lead-up to the Rugby World Cup 2011.

“In a country as small and as young as New Zealand imagination and creativity is a cultural asset, not a creative indulgence. Designers, artists, film makers, musicians and dancers play a powerful role in telling the New Zealand story to the world.”

Right Brained Web: Simon Young says when you take all the best advice about how to succeed in today's marketing environment, it boils down to just this: be yourself.

Inside: Work – this week we highlight administrative jobs in the creative sector.



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  • Esme Towns, 1943

    The exhibition “From Grandma to Grandson with love” coincides with the opening of Artstation’s new lift, installed recently as part of a project to make the community facility more accessible.

  • The Fortune Theatres' production of Wuthering Heights is a contemporary stage adaptation by English playwright, Jane Thornton.

  • Wade Kernot and Emma Pearson in Southern Opera’s production of The Magic Flute in 2009.

    In a case of Life imitating Art, real-life couple Wade Kernot and Emma Pearson take to the stage in the roles of the put-upon valet Figaro and his irresistible fiancée Susanna in The NBR New Zealand Opera’s forthcoming production of The Marriage of Figaro.

  • A crowd favourite and an established performance season, 2010 Made in New Zealand celebrates NZ Music Month with new works by New Zealand choreographers Sarah Foster (i changed) and Malia Johnston (Purlieu) to new music by Andrew Foster and Eden Mulholland.

  • In two parts Mark Amery looks at Creative New Zealand’s review of recurrent funding - how, why and ultimately who gets funded by our arts council. Part one looks at what the review proposes.

  • Mixed media artist Helen Schamroth will represent New Zealand at the 13th International Triennial of Tapestry in Lodz, Poland this year.

  • Anna Muirhead - Polytears.

    This month the Blue Oyster is pleased to present the exhibitions Simon Kaan: The Asian, Anna Muirhead: Polytears and Bryce Galloway: Same Same (Incredibly Hot Sex with Hideous People) and a new public artwork by James Voller: Displacement.

  • A series of animated films by one of the leading film artists of the 20th century screens at Auckland Film Society from 19 April.

  • Vessels are not ordinary functional objects in Cheryl Lucas's ceramic practice. They become instead conceptual containers through which she comments on topical subjects.

  • The Six Dollar Fifty Man tells the story of a gutsy 8-year-old boy who retreats into a make believe world to deal with playground bullying.

    The Six Dollar Fifty Man has won Best Drama at the Aspen Shortsfest, USA.

  • Altmusic is an ongoing series of audio events, regularly bringing a vital injection of contemporary and experimental music from around the world to New Zealand. This year, the programme continues with each city curating its own event and touring this around NZ.

  • An Unsettled History is an exhibition which brings together contemporary art works and objects from Russell Museum's collection. 

  • Pietari Inkinen and Vesa-Matti Leppanen. Photo by Russ Flatt.

    The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra’s Auckland and Wellington Audi Tour Grandeur concerts will be presented in aid of the Chilean Earthquake Humanitarian Relief Fund.

  • Some people cruise through life not having to worry about getting food on their eyebrows, not having to question why their Mother’s name is Trevalyn (true story), and not having to wonder why they still wear a grinding plate to bed at age 29. Felicity does. She’s a Textbook Idiot.

  • Welcome to Arts Promotion Trust's brand new fortnightly newsletter with creative events, news, jobs & opportunities and development resources from Northland.

TBI Q&A

  • Sir Stephen Tindall

    Kiwi Expat Association (Kea) chairman Sir Stephen Tindall talks about how the Pass It On website aims to promote a bigger picture of New Zealand, including our creative talent, in the lead-up to the Rugby World Cup 2011.

    “In a country as small and as young as New Zealand imagination and creativity is a cultural asset, not a creative indulgence."

Blogs

  • "Be yourself". It sound easy. It sounds like letting yourself off the hook. But being yourself is the work of a lifetime.

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TBI TV

  • Poetry, satire and music were the mainstays of Gary McCormick’s life, before he took his unique world view to television.

    Poetry, satire and music were the mainstays of Gary McCormick’s life, before he took his unique world view to television. His onscreen career began with the award-winning documentary Raglan by the Sea, on which he collaborated with filmmaker Bruce Morrison.

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    Inside: Work – this week the focus is on administrative roles in the creative sector.

Jobs & Opportunities - paid

Submit your jobs and other career opportunities here. Find out about making them bold or being Job Of The Week here.
  • Toi Whakaari is looking for a Marketing Managent responsible for student recruitment, marketing of all public performances and events and all public communitcations.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington | Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Thursday, 15 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 23 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School
  • If you would like a challenging position where your contribution can make a difference, we would like to hear from you.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington | Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Thursday, 15 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Monday, 26 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Wellington City Council
  • Experienced journalist or researcher wanted to work on consumer television series. Must have at least 3 years experience, preferably in tv, but other media journalism backrounds considered.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Thursday, 15 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 23 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Razor TV
  • Documentary Producer for Musicircus: a John Cage happening
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington | Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Thursday, 15 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Saturday, 15 May 2010
    Organisation:
    Mr Pipa Productions
  • A very exciting and fulfilling opportunity to tutor & choreograph young people with disabilities in dancing 1.5 hrs per week in Otahuhu on Monday evenings.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Wednesday, 21 April 2010
    Organisation:
    StarJam
  • ROAR! gallery is looking for a new Gallery Manager. ROAR! gallery is New Zealand’s premier gallery supporting Outsider Art. We are looking for a highly creative, motivated and organised person.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 30 April 2010
    Organisation:
    ROAR! gallery
  • Fresh Gallery Otara is calling for exhibition proposals for July - December 2010!
    Category:
    Call for Proposals/Entries
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Manukau
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Saturday, 24 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Fresh Gallery Otara | Manukau City Council
  • Goldrush 150th Celebrations
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Otago
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 16 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Clutha District Council
  • The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is seeking to appoint a Collection Manager Botany within its Natural Environment team.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Monday, 10 May 2010
    Organisation:
    Te Papa Tongarewa
  • We are seeking a full time Night Custodian to work as part of our Museum Security team.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Monday, 19 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Auckland War Memorial Museum
  • NZ's leading school of 3D animation, lifeway college , is looking for quality lecturers for its cutting-edge diploma in advanced 3D.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    New Zealand
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 30 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Lifeway College
  • DNA is seeking an outstanding leader in digital design with a hunger for producing and delivering leading-edge world-class solutions for the web.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Wednesday, 21 April 2010
    Organisation:
    DNA
  • Specifically, we are looking for an experienced and professional digital PM to guide our online, mobile & digital signage projects
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Wednesday, 21 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Satellite Interactive
  • Experienced designer needed to join a dynamic team working on such leading publications as New Zealand Geographic and national newspaper Rural News.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Wednesday, 21 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Rural News Group
  • We are seeking an Intermediate to Senior Graphic Designer with 3-4+ years experience to join our busy and committed team in our Newmarket Support Office.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Wednesday, 21 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Overland Footwear
  • Great eye for detail - looking for a challenge - able to produce retail and corporate - diverse - we are looking for you
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Wednesday, 21 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Astra Print
  • One of New Zealand's top advertising agencies is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join their Studio team as a Mac-Operator/Designer.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 16 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Ogilvy
  • Leadership and coordination of the music department, both in terms of curriculum delivery and the extracurricular life of the department.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Christchurch | Canterbury
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 7 May 2010
    Organisation:
    Burnside High School
  • Leadership and coordination in the arts curriculum learning area and associated extracurricular life of the school.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Christchurch | Canterbury
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 7 May 2010
    Organisation:
    Burnside High School
  • Musical Director - Idolise the '80s!
    Category:
    Looking for Cast and Crew
    Location:
    Auckland Region
    Submitted:
    Tuesday, 13 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Saturday, 22 May 2010
    Organisation:
    Pukekohe Light Opera Club
  • The Kaitiaki Taonga Maori is a full time limited term (12 months) position responsible for the care of and access to the Taonga Maori collections held at the Hawke’s Bay Museum & Art Gallery.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Hawke's Bay | Napier
    Submitted:
    Tuesday, 13 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 30 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Hawke's Bay Museum & Art Gallery - Napier City Council
  • Singing Tutor
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Waikato
    Submitted:
    Monday, 12 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Sunday, 30 May 2010
    Organisation:
    Te Aroha Centre
  • Producer to work with Indian Ink Theatre Company
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    New Zealand
    Submitted:
    Monday, 12 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Wednesday, 28 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Indian Ink Theatre Company
  • Central city, dynamic small team. Experienced and inspiring web developer required to provide innovative solutions for our varied projects.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Monday, 12 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 30 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Gravitate Limited
  • . We welcome applications for the position of Lifelong Learning Manager who will lead the development of learning and leisure programmes based on special exhibitions and Museum collections
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region
    Submitted:
    Monday, 12 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Monday, 10 May 2010
    Organisation:
    Auckland War Memorial Museum
  • the role of Maori Engagement Manager supports the Regional Steering Group to ensure that Auckland Maori are engaged in the Tournament in Auckland.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region
    Submitted:
    Monday, 12 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Sunday, 18 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Auckland Regional
  • Contemporary Dancers / Chorographer to Collaborate with Screen Director on Music Video
    Category:
    Looking for Cast and Crew
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Sunday, 21 March 2010
    Organisation:
    Julian Pellizzaro
  • This is a fantastic chance to take on a role with unlimited opportunity for personal and career growth within a fashion dedicated PR Company.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Auckland Region
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 16 April 2010
    Organisation:
    PROCESS Fashion PR
  • In this senior role within a small Communications team, you will be responsible for writing and editing material for a range of publications
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Thursday, 15 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Meat & Wool New Zealand
  • An opportunity for an intelligent and organised communicator to get valuable experience in a unique Ministry passionate about Pacific peoples’ success
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington | Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 23 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs
  • The Performing Arts (Management) and Entertainment Technology Department is looking for a Production Coordinator to manage Toi Whakaari’s Production Unit which supports a wide range of production proj
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington | Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Monday, 12 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School
  • Wellington Convention Centre
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Wellington | Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 16 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Wellington City Council
  • Development Executive
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Northland | New Zealand | Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Monday, 19 April 2010
    Organisation:
    NZ Film Commission, Wellington
  • Development Coordinator
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Northland | New Zealand | Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Monday, 19 April 2010
    Organisation:
    NZ Film Commission, Wellington
  • Visible City
    Visible City is the keynote project of the 2010 Melbourne Fringe Festival. We are looking for twelve artists from around Australia and New Zealand to participate in this exciting collaborative event.
    Category:
    Call for Proposals/Entries
    Location:
    Australia | Melbourne | Pacific Region
    Submitted:
    Thursday, 08 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 7 May 2010
    Organisation:
    Melbourne Fringe
  • The Learning Connexion is a tertiary school of Art and Creativity based in the Hutt Valley, Wellington. We need a talented designer who wants to work in an adventurous and non-corporate environment.
    Category:
    Employment Opportunity
    Location:
    Lower Hutt | Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Thursday, 08 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 23 April 2010
    Organisation:
    The Learning Connexion (TLC)

Jobs & Opportunities - unpaid

Includes unpaid work e.g. voluntary, work experience or looking for cast & crew. There may be some great career development opportunities here and ways you can help other people develop their creative practice. Submit your jobs and other career opportunities here. Find out about making them bold or being Job Of The Week here.
  • STORYWRITER/ SCREENPLAY WRITER
    Category:
    Looking for Cast and Crew
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland | Waitakere | Manukau | North Shore
    Submitted:
    Thursday, 15 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Saturday, 15 May 2010
    Organisation:
    12reels
  • The Fannywaterman Collective is looking for a backup dancer for Scarlett Lashes to join her for some fun times. A one women band of electro clash mania.
    Category:
    Looking for Cast and Crew
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Thursday, 15 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Tuesday, 20 April 2010
    Organisation:
    The Fannywaterman Collective
  • Expressions of interest are sought for participation in an exhibition collaborating with scientists from the Center for Brain Research
    Category:
    Call for Proposals/Entries
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Wednesday, 14 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Saturday, 1 May 2010
    Organisation:
    The Busy Nice in association with the Center for Brain Research
  • Looking For Participants For TVNZ6 Consumer Show
    Category:
    Audition
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Tuesday, 13 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 30 July 2010
    Organisation:
    Use As Directed
  • Creative for invitation
    Category:
    Volunteer or Unpaid
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Tuesday, 13 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Friday, 16 April 2010
    Organisation:
    High profile charity organisation
  • Graphic/mixed media/illustration artwork for use in film production
    Category:
    Volunteer or Unpaid
    Location:
    New Zealand
    Submitted:
    Sunday, 11 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Tuesday, 20 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Monica at Pretty Brutal Productions
  • Wardrobe assistant required for 'Journey of a Story'
    Category:
    Volunteer or Unpaid
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Sunday, 11 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Tuesday, 31 August 2010
    Organisation:
    Earthwire Productions
  • Film
    Category:
    Looking for Cast and Crew
    Location:
    Wellington | Wellington Region
    Submitted:
    Saturday, 10 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Thursday, 1 July 2010
    Organisation:
    Ollie barnett
  • Art Department - Costume, Props
    Category:
    Looking for Cast and Crew
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Wednesday, 14 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Julian Pellizzaro
  • See description
    Category:
    Audition
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Monday, 19 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Tana Tu Productions
  • Asian gangsters extra 18 - 30
    Category:
    Volunteer or Unpaid
    Location:
    Auckland Region | Auckland
    Submitted:
    Friday, 09 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Sunday, 11 April 2010
    Organisation:
    Mofresh Productions
  • Interested in Extreme Sports? We are looking for cast and crew
    Category:
    Volunteer or Unpaid
    Location:
    Waikato | Hamilton
    Submitted:
    Thursday, 08 Apr 2010
    Applications Close:
    Tuesday, 1 June 2010
    Organisation:
    TheMediaCenter

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