ARTS MANAGEMENT AMERICAN UNIVERSITY

In a panel expertly moderated by Prof. Andrew Taylor, alumni Sunny Widmann (2011), Steven Dawson (2013), Rick Hammerly, Erin F. Mitchell (2014), Sarah Goffinet Durkee (2014) and JR Nexus Russ (2010) talked about what it means to be an arts manager in DC. Here are some insights, courtesy of Prof. Anne L'Ecuyer:

 

Free events are a great way to get the lay of the land - say no to nothing! Take advantage of pre- and post- events to meet people and join the conversation. Don't get stuck behind your computer with schoolwork, instead tie the events you attend to assignments and make it relevant to class discussion. Attend events that are unusual for you and look for things at the margins - do something new! Connect with alumni to get a behind-the-scenes tour. It's ok, we're all busy - you can help us get out of our own box. We're a big family - ask who else you should meet. Go out alone, pretend you're not shy. Whatever you do, just show up!