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OSCA 2024 · 231431 · Skill level 1

Artistic Director: OSCA 231431

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Artistic Director is OSCA 2024 code 231431. It corresponds to ANZSCO 212111 Artistic Director, which is on the CSOL and MLTSSL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 231431

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

  • ANZSCO 212111

    Artistic Director

    On the Core Skills Occupation List, Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List.

    Visas for ANZSCO 212111

The job

What an artistic director does

Determines and oversees implementation of artistic policies for a performing arts organisation such as a theatre company, dance company, music ensemble, festival or venue.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Develops and implements artistic vision for performing arts organisations
  • Selects and approves artistic programs and productions
  • Collaborates with artists and designers on artistic concepts
  • Oversees planning and scheduling of artistic events
  • Manages artistic budgets and resources
  • Evaluates artistic programs and performances
  • Engages and negotiates with artists and performers
  • Promotes artistic programs to attract audiences
  • Ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Questions

OSCA 231431: common questions

What is the OSCA code for artistic director?
The OSCA 2024 code is 231431 (Artistic Director), skill level 1. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 231431?
ANZSCO 212111 Artistic Director. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Artistic Director on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 212111 Artistic Director is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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