Creative Australia announces new Creative Futures Fund Director

Creative Australia appointed  Wendy Martin as the Director, Creative Futures Fund. The Creative Futures Fund is an initiative of the Australian Government’s National Cultural Policy – Revive: a place for every story, a story for every place, referenced in the Policy as “Works of Scale”.

Martin joins Creative Australia with over 20 years distinguished leadership in the performing arts, including serving as Artistic Director of Perth Festival between 2016 and 2019 and, prior to that, leading Performance and Dance programming at the Southbank Centre in London and the Sydney Opera House.

Executive Director Arts Investment Alice Nash shared “Wendy Martin has a long and important record of developing, showcasing, and supporting stories in Australia and globally.

“We are delighted that she will lead the Creative Futures Fund, to support investment in artistic works that build partnerships, drive engagement, and attract other sources of revenue and investment.”

More recently, as Chief Executive of the Community Arts Network in Western Australia, Martin led teams in creating impactful projects that promote inclusion and community capacity.

Martin enthused “I am thrilled to join Creative Australia and take on the role of managing this exciting, newly established fund. Few experiences are more exhilarating than seeing the creative visions of artists come to life. I eagerly anticipate the vital task of forging partnerships, championing innovative Australian storytelling and captivating and inspiring audiences.”

Martin has consulted on diverse arts projects worldwide, served on the boards of numerous international arts organisations, and currently holds Non-Executive Director positions at Chunky Move Contemporary Dance Company in Melbourne and Fuel Theatre in London.

Creative Australia looks forward to welcoming Martin on 5th August 2024.