$71,136 – $79,040 per year
The Production Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the operational and logistical success of NAFA 2025. This role is production-heavy and requires extensive experience in large-scale event and festival production, with a deep understanding of live performance technical requirements, logistics coordination, and site operations. The Production Manager will be responsible for delivering complex, multi-site productions and working closely with artists, production teams, and stakeholders to deliver a seamless festival experience.
About NAFA:
The North Australian Festival of Arts (NAFA) is an annual celebration of arts, culture, inclusion, and community. With world-class programming each year, NAFA not only enriches the local community but also strengthens Townsville’s standing as a destination for artistic excellence.
Attracting over 60,000 visitors annually and featuring more than 100 performances, the festival offers a dynamic range of shows, experiences, and venues that showcase the diverse art scene of North Queensland. NAFA supports local talent, nurtures emerging artists, and champions Indigenous-led arts initiatives, promoting greater cultural diversity and inclusion across the city and region.
Key Responsibilities:
· Oversee and manage all aspects of festival production, including logistics, scheduling, and site operations.
· Coordinate technical requirements for performances, installations, and events.
· Work closely with production teams, suppliers, and venue staff to ensure smooth delivery.
· Manage bump-in/bump-out schedules and venue allocations.
· Oversee the use of production equipment, including audio, lighting, and staging (note: maintenance handled by external contractors or technical staff).
· Ensure compliance with safety and risk management protocols.
· Liaise with artists, producers, and key stakeholders to facilitate technical requirements.
· Recruit, supervise, and manage production crew, including casual and front-of-house (FOH) staff.
· Troubleshoot technical and logistical issues as they arise.
· Maintain oversight of production budgets and logistics costs.
· Assist with festival wrap-up, reporting, and evaluation.
· Undertake on-site festival tasks as required.
· Oversee bump-in and bump-out processes and book in contractors, food trucks, and other necessary suppliers.
Skills and Qualifications
Required
· Proven experience as a Production Manager or in a similar large-scale event production role.
· Proven experience delivering large-scale productions across multiple sites and venues.
· Strong knowledge of live performance production equipment, including lighting, audio, and staging.
· Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
· Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
· Understanding of workplace health and safety (WHS) standards in event production, with a commitment to following all safety protocols and procedures.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
· Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
· A team player who is proactive and detail oriented.
· Open driver’s license.
· Willingness to undergo a police check and obtain a Blue Card (Working with Children Check).
Desirable:
· Experience working in regional or outdoor festival environments.
· Familiarity with production scheduling tools and event management software.
· Knowledge of accessibility and sustainability practices in festival production.
· Additional driving certifications such as a forklift license or other relevant tickets.
Closes April 17th 5pm AEST
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