Write for ArtsProfessional
ArtsProfessional provides a unique platform for those actually involved in arts management and practice to share their views, ideas and experiences with fellow arts professionals. Their contributions mean that the content of the magazine is always stimulating, relevant and provocative, ensuring that ArtsProfessional stays in touch with the everyday issues affecting the sector.
ArtsProfessional does not only seek out writers with many years’ experience in the sector (though their contributions are always welcome). We are also very keen to commission articles from those who are just stepping out in their careers, or are involved in the delivery of a ground-breaking projects or successful management initiatives.
Does the thought of writing for us appeal to you? Then don’t be overly concerned about your writing skills and how polished you can make your contribution. If you have ideas and experiences to share with others, we are interested in hearing from you. For our part, we have editors who can work with you and your words, and help you mould them into a suitable style for our readers.
If you are interested in contributing to any of the features listed below in the editorial plan, or indeed, have suggestions for other features not listed, then send us a very brief email with your ideas (the features in red have already been finalised, but if you have ideas related to these, we would be happy to include them in our planning for later in the year). We are interested in case studies relating to the feature themes, as well as keynote articles from those able to give an overview of the issues that relate to the theme.
The dates listed on the editorial plan are publication dates: writers' deadlines are usually a few weeks earlier. Don't worry if it's a long while before the feature is due for publication – still drop us a line with your suggestions. We like to plan ahead! In addition, we are always on the look out for contributors to our regular columns: Sounding Board, Spotlight, My Gurus, Job Ladder and Top 5 Websites.
So, if you would like to write for ArtsProfessional, or suggest a topic for inclusion in the future – even if you aren't in a position to write yourself – we would love to hear from you. Simply contact the Editor (editors@artsprofessional.co.uk) with your ideas, and we’ll take it from there!
ArtsProfessional Editorial Plan To August 2008
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Issue 166 - 24 March 2008
TEEN THEMES – Arts projects that address young people’s issues
STAGE MANAGEMENT – Running an effective operation
Issue 167 - 07 April 2008
ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES – Overcoming disability with technology
OLYMPIAN AMBITIONS – Preparations for the Cultural Olympiad
Issue 168 - 21 April 2008
CULTURAL TOURISM – Attracting the national and international visitor
WORKING WITH CONSULTANTS – The secret of effective partnerships
Issue 169 – 05 May 2008
DIGITAL ARTS – art on screen
CONSULTATION – letting others have their say
Issue 170 - 19 May 2008
WORKING WITH LIBRARIES – developing common interests
MAKING ARTS BUILDINGS PAY – the benefits and disadvantages of non-arts income streams
Issue 171 - 2 June 2008
ARTS AND HUMOUR – more than just comedy
Museums and Galleries Month
Issue 172 - 16 June 2008
WORKSHOPS – delivering them effectively
INVESTORS IN PEOPLE – showing staff that they matter
Issue 173 - 30 June 2008
BUYING ART – who buys and how do they buy?
FOCUS ON PERFORMANCE POETRY – an artform for everyone
Issue 174 - 14 July 2008
VIRAL MARKETING – getting the message around
Issue 175 - 28 July 2008
ARTS AND MENTAL HEALTH – partners in community well-being
STAYING AFLOAT – what happens when funding ends…
Issue 176 – 25 AUGUST 2008
TACKLING BULLYING – at school and in the workplace
PRESS AND PR – uncomfortable bedfellows?
Please note:
Sorry, but we aren't in a position to pay our contributors. But don’t let this put you off! Our writers invariably find that there is real value in raising the profile of their work to the national and international arts sector, and benefit tremendously from wider recognition.
We occasionally have to make changes, additions and deletions to our editorial plans without notice, and we often have to re-schedule publication dates for specific articles. From time-to-time, we also add additional topics to our editorial plan, particularly if they are of a timely or newsworthy nature.