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Working at ArtEZ

Employee stories

What’s it like to work at ArtEZ? In these stories, our lecturers, researchers and support staff share their experiences — from practical matters like commuting and flexible work hours to what it’s like to be surrounded by passionate students and colleagues.

Mara Joustra: An affinity with this generation is essential for any role at ArtEZ

Luke Christoffel, project assistant Conservatorium

Lucas Verweij Head of programme

René Karomi, Art & Design Zwolle

Margriet van Maaren-de Groot, receptionist

Koen de Graaf, Art & Design Zwolle

Jan-Wolter Smit, teacher Conservatorium

Margreet Koopman, managementassistent Theater & Dans

Joost Clement: HR-consultant

Lecturer and researcher Jesse van Oosten: "Learning as interaction and room to fail"

Professor of Fashion Daniëlle Bruggeman: “The fashion industry operates as a capitalist system”

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