Virtual Aboriginal Arts Officer
The Virtual Aboriginal Arts Officer (VAAO) service is a professional dynamic, culturally responsive solution designed to support Regional Arts Boards in servicing their Aboriginal artists, cultural workers, and organisations across regional and remote Australia.
This innovative model provides a unique, affordable and solution based tailored support in professional development, business growth, cultural engagement, and funding assistance, ensuring sustainable creative careers and enterprises.
By operating virtually and in collaboration with local partners, VAAO removes barriers to access, providing strategic arts management, industry connections, and business guidance to artists and arts organisations in their communities.
Cost-effective – No need for a full-time salary & associated costs
Expert Guidance – Access to industry-leading First Nations arts expertise
Flexibility – Choose between ongoing support or on-demand consulting
Stronger Engagement – Build meaningful relationships with Aboriginal artists & communities
Proven Results – Backed by extensive experience in First Nations arts & cultural development
Why a VAAO?
Core Services
Strategic & Cultural Advisory
Embedding Aboriginal perspectives into arts programming
Cultural governance & best practices for arts boards
Stakeholder engagement with Aboriginal artists & communities
Program & Project Development
Assisting with the design & delivery of First Nations arts programs
Providing access to a network of Aboriginal artists & cultural practitioners
Facilitating partnerships between Regional Arts Boards & Aboriginal creatives
Funding & Grant Support
Identifying funding opportunities
Reviewing & assisting with grant applications
Supporting project reporting & acquittals
Workshops & Training
Online professional development workshops for artist and arts workers*
Best practices for engaging First Nations artists
Mentoring & capacity-building for Aboriginal artists