Unit 1 in detail - Get involved in the arts world

Unit 1 is about personal arts development

Part B: get involved in the arts world

  • Find out about opportunities to develop your arts skills and think about what you want to do in the future.
  • Take part in training or volunteer at an arts organisation. Aim for at least 5 days volunteering / work placement or 2 days training.

Read about Kate who volunteered and shadowed practitioners at lots of music projects and hear from Jess...

PLAN THIS PART BY ASKING YOURSELF

  • Where can I find information and advice? There's loads on Voice – check our series!
  • What relevant careers or occupations are there in the arts? Take a look at Creative Choices
  • What kind of training or development do I need?
  • How can I get involved?
  • Are there any professional organisations that can help?

RECORD IN YOUR PORTFOLIO

  • Show your research into opportunities and give your thoughts on what you've found out
  • Describe how you got involved in volunteering, training or a placement and reflect on how it supported your arts development
  • Include feedback from people you worked for/with

Resources

Any resources and tools to help you with this part of your Arts Award...

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