Performing arts play an important role in creativity, expression, and connection, a truth highlighted during recent global lockdowns. For organisations like Rātā Studios in Wellington, this meant adapting rapidly to evolving demands and expanding their offerings to keep creativity alive. In this blog, we take a look at how Rātā Studios embraced change, with Enrolmy supporting a smooth transition for both the organisation and its students.
A Creative Hub at Scots College
Situated on the picturesque grounds of Scots College in Wellington, Rātā Studios has become a beacon of creativity since its establishment in 2013. Complete with its own state-of-the-art equipment, Scots College created Rātā Studios to share this creative resource with the wider community.
Offering courses in music, performance, creative tech, visual arts, and acting for both stage and screen, Rātā Studios stands out due to its deep connections with industry professionals. Their tutors and course facilitators include jazz greats, successful actors, filmmakers, and professional voice coaches. Their strong connections with the industry help many students get cast in films and stage productions. They often go on to work in the film and music industry, both in front of the camera and in production roles.
Rātā Studios is dedicated to fostering creativity, adventure, equality, and diversity while unlocking creative potential across various mediums. Looking ahead, they have expanded their offerings to include a jazz programme for all jazz enthusiasts, short courses during holiday breaks, over a weekend, or through a couple of sessions, and additional online classes. These new programmes are designed to meet the increasing demand for more flexible and accessible learning opportunities.
How Rātā Studios Avoid Admin Hassles
Behind the scenes at Rātā Studios, one of their key administrators at the time had a strong dislike for administrative tasks. Before the start of term two in 2019, the team was searching for software that would reduce the admin burden and improve the enrolment process for their participants. This led them to try Enrolmy, gradually rolling it out, with the drama studios taking the lead. Just as they made this transition, they faced the challenge of moving to online learning. With such a big and sudden adjustment, Enrolmy’s automation quickly became invaluable, easing the administrative pressure during this significant shift.
The decision to implement Enrolmy improved enrolment management and streamlined payment tracking. Additionally, the creation of course contact lists became much easier, as these lists are now automatically generated whenever a booking is made, replacing the manual process that was previously required.
The ability to cap enrolments through Enrolmy's course directory has been particularly beneficial given the massive popularity of Rātā Studios’ courses. With the course directory, it’s clear for customers to see how many slots are available. Once bookings are made, the system automatically generates invoices, enabling them to receive payments anytime, anywhere.
Rātā Studios has made a mark in the creative arts industry in New Zealand by embracing change and using smart solutions to make things run smoothly. With their focus on fostering creativity and providing flexible learning, they’re setting a great example of how to maintain a competitive edge. We’re excited to see them keep inspiring future generations of artists and performers, and we look forward to watching them go from strength to strength.
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