Drew McManus on the Orchestra business | est. 2003

Giving A Boost To #ShowTheSalary

Wed, Aug 8, 2022
During my July break, an engaging discussion took place at my LinkedIn wall about Arts Admin Jobs and whether or not it would require employers to include salary or hourly rate figures. Regular readers already know that I’m a large proponent of salary transparency and including compensation figures in job listings. But some voices advocated

Looking For Unicorns On A Donkey Budget

Tue, Aug 8, 2022
The unicorn employee: someone with all the skills across a multitude of platforms, isn’t limited by job titles, and efficiently completes tasks at an awe-inspiring pace. They are willing, and even prefer, to wear different hats, inspire colleagues, and never lose empathy. Unicorns can make the difference between surviving and thriving and perhaps unsurprisingly, they

How Arts Marketing Can Avoid Khan’s Fate From Start Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan

Mon, Aug 8, 2022
Arguably, Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan is one of the best Trek films that managed to save the franchise. It relies on a solid foundation of cinematic storytelling that resonates with a diverse audience delivered through several timeless lessons. Case in point, during the starship battle toward the film’s climax, both ships are