$60,000 – $65,000 + 11.5% superannuation
Why Join Us?
- Diverse Events: Work on a variety of events such as live music, comedy, opera, theatre, musical theatre, activations, and more across our 4 theatres and 9 hireable spaces.
- Professional Development: Access to professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and develop your career.
- Staff Benefits: Enjoy staff initiatives like complimentary tickets, and 10% discount on food and beverages at Tutti and Geelong Arts Centre bars.
- Cutting-Edge Equipment: Utilise state-of-the-art technical equipment, including a new front-loading counterweight fly system and XMove programmable automated fly system.
- Positive Culture: Join a growing technical team known for its positive culture and collaborative spirit.
About the role
Geelong Arts Centre Technicians contribute to the smooth delivery of high-quality technical production services across all of our venue and performance spaces.
This role performs the duties of a theatre technician, ensuring smooth operation and maintenance of equipment within our staging department.
Essential qualifications and experience
For appointment at Technician Level 1:
- Foundation-level knowledge and skills in one or more areas of sound, audio visual, lighting and/or staging – either in the performing arts industry or related industry.
- Demonstrated experience in developing, influencing and maintaining professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills to communicate and liaise with hirers, performers and contractors who may not have a technical background.
- Understanding of health and safety requirements in a theatre/performing arts or similar environment.
- The ability to work under pressure, to prioritise work and resolve problems quickly and efficiently.
For appointment at Technician Level 2:
- At least two years’ practical base of performing arts experience in a specialised field of either: sound, audio visual, lighting and/or staging.
Desirable qualifications and experience
- A relevant trade qualification, Diploma or higher at a recognised institution or equivalent experience working within the performing arts industry.
- Experience working autonomously to accurately set up and operate equipment, without supervision.
Sound like you? Then we want to hear from you!
To apply for this opportunity please click the Apply button and provide a cover letter including your ability to meet the key requirements outlined in the position description, and a current CV. To view a copy of the full position description, please visit the Careers page of our website: https://geelongartscentre.org.au/about-us/careers/
Please direct any queries to: employment@geelongartscentre.org.au
Applications close Midnight 18 October 2024
