Facilitator - SAMAG

Katrina Liberiou

Administrator — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 22:04:54 +0000

As assistant curator for the University Art Collection, Katrina Liberiou assists with programming, acquisitions, research and exhibitions. Previously, she worked at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia in its exhibitions team from 1998–2004 and from 2004–09 at the Biennale of Sydney as exhibition manager. Katrina’s research interests include international and Australian contemporary art with a particular interest in photography, performance and installation. Since 2017, Katrina has been researching the life and work of artist Lily […]

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Kalanjay Dhir

Administrator — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 06:29:39 +0000

Kalanjay Dhir is an artist and musician based in Sydney on unceded Dharug land. His sculpture and video work draws on popular culture, sci-fi and myth. From 2017-2020, he worked from Parramatta Artists’ Studios and in 2019 this led to co-founding Pari, an independent artist-run space supported by CreateNSW, and co-directed with local peers. Alongside Kilimi and DJ Atro, he hosted Wednesday Sunset on FBi Radio for 3 years, spotlighting emerging musical acts from west […]

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Annette Madden

Administrator — Tue, 21 Jun 2022 08:28:42 +0000

Annette Madden is a senior arts leader, creative producer and programmer. She is currently Head of Theatre at the Australia Council for the Arts. Previous roles include Executive Producer of Perth International Arts Festival where she oversaw programming and managed theatre, circus, dance and large-scale events programs; Downstairs Theatre Director at Belvoir where she curated the B Sharp program; and a member of the National Artistic Team at Queensland Theatre. She has also worked in arts management roles with organisations […]

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Michelle Tabet

Administrator — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 03:16:26 +0000

Michelle has married her passion for cities with her appreciation of culture to create Left Bank Co., a vehicle to create meaning and connection in urban places. Driven by the understanding that cities are so much more than meets the eye, Michelle has invested the past 10 years of her career in decoding urban systems and decision-making so that she can leave a lasting positive impact on the cities and projects she works on. Michelle’s […]

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Kevin du Preez

Administrator — Sun, 11 Jul 2021 10:58:58 +0000

Kevin is an arts executive, strategist and facilitator with experience working in a range of industries including government, arts, film and media. His impact areas focus on leadership development, innovation, organisational sustainability and partnerships. With a career spanning over 22 years, Kevin has pioneered and led internationally recognised programs that are an integral part of transforming creative leadership, knowledge and skills in the Australian arts and cultural industry. In August 2021, Kevin will be joining […]

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Cara Kirkwood

Administrator — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 08:58:34 +0000

Cara Kirkwood is a national advocate and influencer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, art, culture and creative industries. Having worked across diverse geographical and industry contexts Cara has honed her skills as a cultural strategist. Currently the Head of Combined Arts with the Australia Council, Cara has previously worked with the Department of Parliamentary Services, National Gallery of Australia, AGSA’s Tarnanthi Festival and Desart in Mparntwe (Alice Springs). Cara is a diplomat and […]

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Jackie Bailey

Administrator — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:26:20 +0000

Jackie is the founder and Principal of BYP Group and has 20 years of experience in the Australian government and non-profit sectors. Jackie is passionate about diversity, equity and creative democracy and is a leading expert in both creative industries trends and social impact in the arts. Jackie has a Ph.D. (UNSW), University Medal, BA (First Class Honours) (UQ), Masters of Theology (TNS) and a PG Dip in Digital Media (University of Melbourne). Jackie’s company, […]

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Ann Mossop

Administrator — Tue, 05 May 2020 00:17:56 +0000

Ann Mossop is the Director of the Centre for Ideas at UNSW Sydney, a new program designed to contribute to public conversations about important ideas and issues. Previously, as Head of Talks and Ideas at the Sydney Opera House from 2010-2017, she established the Opera House’s extensive talks and ideas program and lead key projects like the Festival of Dangerous Ideas and All about Women. Throughout her career she has been involved with important initiatives […]

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Anne Maria Nicholson

Administrator — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 16:18:41 +0000

Anne Maria Nicholson is a prominent journalist, author and company director who has worked for many of Australia’s major media organisations, as well as internationally. For 20 years, Anne Maria was the National Arts Reporter for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and a current affairs journalist for Foreign Correspondent, Lateline and 730. Anne Maria is also a novelist and has written three books including two volcano thrillers published by HarperCollins. She is a board member of […]

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Jeff Khan

Administrator — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 03:10:31 +0000

Jeff Khan is Artistic Director & CEO of Performance Space, Sydney. Originally from Western Australia, Jeff is a curator and writer working across performance, dance and the visual arts with a particular interest in interdisciplinary projects and experimental practices. At Performance Space, Jeff oversees the development and delivery of the annual Liveworks Festival of Experimental Art, as well as a range of residencies, laboratories and artist development programs. Performance Space’s programs situate Australian practice in […]

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