Emma Broad
Bachelor of Dance Studies (Honours) graduate Emma Broad is drawing on the diverse skills from her studies to launch her career in the arts.
How did your study prepare you for your career?
"I loved the variety of the degree and the ability to tailor assignments based on my interests and skills. We also learned practical professional skills such as writing funding applications, advocating for ourselves and networking. It provided a great basis to jump into the 'real world'.
"There were plenty of opportunities outside our classes, like workshops, internships and intensives where we worked closely with people in the industry and learned how to manage our time and commitments.”
Can you tell us about one of your favourite projects?
"I recently produced my own work, Cityscapes, performed by eight dancers on the Auckland Waterfront. I love presenting dance work in non-conventional spaces, sharing and making dance accessible to the public and watching their reactions. It was such a joyous project.”
What did you enjoy most about the degree?
Dance Studies is a whānau. The connections you make with your lecturers and classmates become essential in your career, and you'll make friendships that will last for years. Many of the people I work with in the industry studied with me.
What advice would you give to future students?
"Go for it! Dance can be a catalyst for anything you want to pursue in life."
Emma is Development Manager at NZ Opera and a freelance contemporary dancer and choreographer.