Richard Watts is a writer, broadcaster and critic, and the host of 3RRR’s flagship arts program, SmartArts. Richard has many years experience working in the arts industry, including five years as the Artistic Director of the youth arts organisation Express Media, and seven years on the Board of Melbourne Fringe (including three years as Chair). He has helped program a range of festivals including Next Wave, the National Young Writers' Festival, and the Melbourne Queer Film Festival. Currently he pays the rent by working as the National Reviews Editor at www.artshub.com.au.