The field of cultural engineering encompasses several careers. To better understand this sector, here is everything you need to know:

What Is Cultural Engineering?

Cultural engineering brings together the various tools and techniques needed for the smooth running of an artistic and cultural project. It relies mainly on the coordination, planning and organization of a cultural project. The main goal of cultural engineering is to bring a project to life while respecting technical, budgetary and administrative constraints and providing the best answers (developing a cultural program, determining the budget needed for a project…) to the various players and partners in the sector.

A professional working in the field of cultural engineering works mainly in museums, foundations, art centers and cultural institutions… They can also offer their services on a freelance basis for consulting and short-term assignments. Cultural engineering professions have become indispensable in the conduct of cultural policies and artistic productions. The working method used often leads to a concrete solution akin to consulting. However, it is not limited to simple consulting. It also makes it possible to bring one or more ideas to life.

Cultural engineering professions

Careers in cultural engineering

To work in the field of cultural engineering, several skills are needed. The person will in particular need good general knowledge, rigor and a good sense of organization. They will need in-depth knowledge of art and culture, which is why training at a specialized institution like IESA is necessary. Good foundations in communication, law and management are also recommended. Here are the possible career choices:

The programs needed to work in cultural engineering

To train in cultural engineering, students must continue their studies at a specialized school such as IESA and thus acquire a solid grounding in art and culture. The school offers several specific programs that lead to a position of responsibility in this field.

First, the Master Cultural Heritage and Tourism. This program lasts 2 years and offers a work-study option. It is open to holders of a bac+3. During the first year, the student carries out a group project. In the second year, they must lead a personal project under the supervision of a coach. During the Master Cultural Heritage and Tourism program, the student will learn several things at once:

  • Defining a development strategy for a cultural site
  • Cultural policy design
  • Carrying out cultural projects and economic impact studies
  • Management of activity programming projects
  • Etc.

The ICC Bachelor in Cultural and Creative Industries (years 1&2) is also a program that facilitates access to cultural engineering careers. Otherwise, it is possible to choose the Bachelor in Arts Management program. These programs last 3 years and offer a work-study option in the 2nd and 3rd years. To pursue a specialization path, the Masters in Cultural Production and Financing are recommended. At IESA, there are three of them.

To join these various programs, the applicant must register for an admissions session. To do so, they simply need to complete the application file, then send it by mail or by email. If their application is accepted, a manager will contact them to set up an appointment. They will then take a written test followed by an individual interview. For further information on our professional programs, students are invited to contact us directly by phone or to visit our premises at 1, Cité Griset - 75011 Paris