AddressABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Since 2014, Tiwi Designs has established a successful cultural day tour ‘Tiwi by Design’ in partnership with SeaLink Ferries. The tour has become very popular and in 2020 Tiwi Designs built a 2 storey 10 room guest house to maximise opportunities in developing cultural tourism products.
The Tiwi Design Manager and Studio Coordinator will manage the day-to-day operations of the Art Centre. The team offers key support and liaison between the artists, employees, and the marketplace. This is a dynamic role and requires the full commitment from a highly motivated, experienced, and resourceful couple. A demonstrated commitment toward empowerment and facilitating cultural and economic development is essential.
Throughout the year up to 40 artists use the facilities of Tiwi Design with a regular daily stream of around 15 - 20 artists.
ABOUT YOU
This role requires a versatile and grounded couple who are patient and respectful about building relationships within an indigenous community with a goal to a longer term commitment in working with Tiwi people.
You’ll ideally have experience in cultural tourism and have management skills commensurate with the operating of a successful Indigenous Art Centre.
You’ll know about Art centre governance, infrastructure and logistics and have great project management skills; as well as a sound understanding of business and revenue generating models.
Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in a cross cultural or community arts setting are high on the list, and given the location, experience in four-wheel-driving will be a bonus!
