Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) and Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) have welcomed Julia Robinson into the newly created role of head of policy and advocacy.
Robinson, who was formerly the managing director of the Australian Festival Association, has long been an advocate for State and Federal Government support of the Australian live music sector, working across a particularly impressive range of initiatives during the pandemic-induced interruption to touring and recovery.
ARIA and PPCA CEO, Annabelle Herd, said: “I am thrilled to welcome someone as experienced, talented and undeniably passionate about the Australian music industry as Julia. Right now is a critical time to ensure the stories of Australian artists and industry professionals are heard loud and clear.
“I look forward to working with Julia as we continue to advocate the true economic, cultural and social value of Australian music, and the positive impact that forward-thinking policy and support can have in creating more opportunities for it to be heard,” Herd added.
Robinson said of her new role: “I’m delighted at the opportunity to join the team at such a pivotal time for Australian music.
“The live sector has been my home for a long time, but it is time to get a new perspective and I look forward to working with courageous and inspiring leaders like Annabelle and Vanessa towards a better future for our industry.”
Robinson will commence her new role Monday, 5 September.
Back in June, ARIA and PPCA welcomed the appointment of Vanessa Picken as chair and chief executive officer of Sony Music Entertainment Australia and New Zealand.
CEO Herd said: “On behalf of everyone at ARIA and PPCA, I am thrilled to welcome Vanessa back home to Australia and into this incredible role. I am excited to work with her as she leads Sony into its next transformative chapter, and look forward to what this will mean for the future of Australian music.”
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Top image: Julia Robinson