Performing Arts Road Manager Career in South Africa
Explore the official OFO occupation, common tasks, specialisations and approved South African qualification pathways.
Occupation overview
Administers a schedule of appearances of an artist, or group of artists at a sequence of venues (a concert tour).
What does a Performing Arts Road Manager do?
A Performing Arts Road Manager organises an artist’s or group’s appearances across a concert tour, coordinating the schedule and sequence of venues so that the tour can operate in an orderly way. The role suits someone who enjoys planning, communication and keeping moving parts aligned around live performances.
How to become a Performing Arts Road Manager in South Africa
- Build strong organisational, scheduling and communication skills for coordinating touring performances.
- Consider a Further Education and Training Certificate: Performing Arts or a Higher Certificate in Performing Arts.
- You could also consider a Higher Certificate in Performing Arts Technology, particularly if you are interested in the technical side of performances.
- Diploma options include the Diploma in Performing Arts in Dance and the Diploma in Performing Arts in Musical Theatre.
- Confirm current qualification, provider, admission and assessment details with SAQA or the relevant accredited provider before enrolling.
Edupstairs Preparation Guidance
Performing arts education can provide a useful foundation for understanding artists, productions and performance environments. When comparing study options, consider whether your interests are in dance, musical theatre, general performing arts or performing arts technology. Develop practical ability in planning schedules, coordinating venues, communicating clearly and managing changing arrangements.
Useful school subjects
- English
- Business Studies
- Computer Applications Technology
Skills that may help
- Scheduling and coordination
- Organisation and attention to detail
- Communication
- Venue and itinerary planning
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Working with artists and performance teams