Structures for change: Recommendations for institutional reorganization based on the workplace interests of young arts professionals

Citation:

Clapp EP, Gregg A. Structures for change: Recommendations for institutional reorganization based on the workplace interests of young arts professionals. In: 20UNDER40: Re-inventing the arts and arts education for the 21st century . Bloomington, IN: Author House ; 2010. pp. 35–52.

Abstract:

In order to capitalize on the talents, skills, and unique generational perspectives of younger arts professionals, the authors make several recommendations for change in organizational practice, management, and culture. Based on findings from a 2007 pilot study investigating the current workplace experiences and future interests of young arts professionals, these recommendations include: valuing all individuals as leaders and agents of change; viewing individual leaders as instruments of greater, common purpose; fostering a polymathic approach to practice; addressing a need for omni-directional mentorship, and; investing in time for experimentation, exploration, and play.