Position Number: 0058348
Location: Southbank
Role type: Full-time (1.0 FTE); Continuing
Faculty: Fine Arts & Music
Departmentl: Programs and Operations
Salary: UOM 6 – $96,459 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
Only current Continuing, Fixed-Term, and Casual staff are eligible to apply.
About the Role
The Production Coordinator will provide leadership to the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music in every aspect of technical, theatre and music production operations. Working in a collaborative environment with professional, academic, and creative teams, the Production Coordinator will coordinate end-to-end production processes for specifically assigned performances, concerts and events across the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music (the home of Victorian College of the Arts and Melbourne Conservatorium of Music).
The Production Coordinator, alongside other Coordinators, is part of the Artistic Operations team, which sits within Programs & Operations (P&O), in the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music (FAM). This role reports directly to the Artistic Operations Manager and will see the incumbent working in close collaboration with other Artistic Operations and P&O Staff; Academic Heads and Subject Coordinators; and Students.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking candidates that demonstrate:
- Relevant industry experience, preferably within a producing theatre company, enabling the role to be performed effectively, including solid experience in creative processes and concepts.
- Strong knowledge of theatrical design and aesthetics, set design, construction, rigging, stage automation, lighting, sound, audio visual, digital & streaming requirements, theatrical costumes, and props.
- Capacity to negotiate, with sensitivity and patience, a creative approach to problem solving, and the ability to remain calm in a busy environment.
- Strong project management skills with logical and analytical approach to planning and allocation of resources, including a demonstrated capacity to meet deadlines and manage large teams.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. The ability to work collaboratively as well as independently with the initiative to take on tasks.
- Strong financial management skills, with a proven ability to manage and control large budgets.
- Extensive knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and procedures as related to the theatre and entertainment industries with proven experience of implementing these requirements in a sympathetic manner.
- Experience of touring productions either domestically or internationally.
- Tertiary qualifications (or progress towards) or equivalent with relevant industry experience or equivalent combination.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
The Team - Programs and Operations
The Programs and Operations (P&O) team within the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music is a dynamic work area, delivering services, support and technical expertise to academics, students, professional staff and stakeholders. The team operates predominantly at the Southbank Campus within Melbourne’s Arts Precinct, as well as the University’s Parkville Campus.
The team oversees program planning, delivery, and operational functions across the following areas: production and technical; event coordination; film and recording studios; asset, equipment and resource management; facilities maintenance and support; capital works and building projects; Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), technical infrastructure; management of workshops, performance spaces, studios and galleries. The Programs and Operations team collectively ensures the effective planning and delivery of the Faculty's performance, creative and visual arts program, aligned with teaching & learning, research, and engagement priorities.
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience*
*A response to each of the Selection Criteria is not required, however you may make a brief statement as to how your skills and experience make you a good fit for the role.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please reach out to the contact person on the Position Description or the Portfolio Manager if you have any questions, require reasonable adjustments or wish to discuss the roles in further detail.
If you require any assistance with the application process or experience any issues with the application portal, please reach out to Talent Partner, Ana Gencic at ana.gencic@unimelb.edu.au
Applications close: Sunday 24th November 2024, 11:55PM AEDT
Position Description: 0058348_Production Coordinator_PD.pdf
This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
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