Position No. T2
Temporary Full-time (up to 12 months)
Remuneration in accordance with National Training Award.
Undertake a Certificate in Arts and Culture Administration whilst gaining hands-on experience
Are you looking to pursue a career in the Arts & Entertainment industry?
The Wedge Performing Arts Centre, located in Sale, Victoria is an award-winning contemporary cultural hub for performing arts and entertainment, complete with a 390- seat theatre, 50-seat black box studio, café and dining facilities, function and rehearsal rooms. The Centre presents in excess of 150 events each year of very diverse local, professional and community programming, with attendance of over 50,000 annually.
We currently have an exciting opportunity available for an enthusiastic individual to undertake a temporary full-time traineeship at The Wedge Performing Arts Centre commencing in February 2023.
In this role, you will support a fast-paced and high-performing team while undertaking an array of duties and responsibilities including but not limited to:
- Assistance with event and theatre production logistics.
- Providing visitors with show information and front-of-house ticket sales.
- Providing assistance with production rehearsals for locally based shows.
- Assistance with social media, graphic design and marketing communication for The Wedge.
- General arts administration.
This traineeship offers invaluable industry experience in conjunction with undertaking a Certificate in Arts and Culture Administration qualification and is an ideal entry-level opportunity for individuals considering a career in the Arts industry.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate how they meet the key selection criteria below:
- A desire to gain experience in and exposure to the performing arts industry.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Computer savvy and proficient in using social media platforms.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with a diverse range of people.
- Reliable and have the demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team in a fast-changing environment.
Why Wellington?
Here at Wellington Shire Council, we have a strong commitment to create a workplace culture that is collaborative, provides work-life flexibility and encourages opportunities for growth and development. We take pride in providing a supportive workplace with great career opportunities for our employees.
Every person at Wellington Shire Council brings their own unique experiences, perspectives and talents to help contribute to our vision of “Happy people, healthy environment and thriving communities in the heart of Gippsland.” As one of the largest employers in the region we have a diverse workforce of more than 500 staff who are based throughout the municipality, and we all work together as a team to make a positive impact in our community.
We use award-winning technologies to seek and implement innovative improvements across the organisation. We work hard to position ourselves as a leader in local government, continuously improving our diverse range of services for the betterment of our community.
We offer a rewarding culture of innovation, flexibility and continued learning in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Wellington Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and associated legislative requirements.
Wellington Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to encourage applications from people of different backgrounds, abilities, ages, genders and/or sexual orientations and gender identities.
Wellington Shire Council takes climate change and sustainability seriously and is looking to respond proactively and positively to the challenges ahead.
Wellington Shire Council requires all new staff to provide evidence of their COVID-19 vaccination status
About Wellington
Wellington Shire Council is located in the Gippsland region of the state of Victoria, Australia and is approximately two hours east of Melbourne by road or rail. Many of us dream of a simpler lifestyle, with wide open spaces and no traffic jams. In The Middle of Everywhere, we live that enviable lifestyle every day.
In Wellington Shire you will find a wide range of beautiful environments to explore, with our pristine beaches, picturesque mountain ranges, temperate rainforests, wetlands and plenty of diverse, contrasting spaces to take your breath away.
Whether it’s a stroll along the iconic Ninety Mile Beach, a canoe down the Mitchell River or a bush walk through the Alpine National Park, there’s plenty to keep you busy in The Middle of Everywhere. Home to a range of tight-knit communities, you’ll quickly find yourself right at home with the wonderful people that make these towns so special.
From our lively restaurant and café culture to the very best in local produce, you’ll never be short of Sunday brunch ideas and places to try!
Visit https://themiddleofeverywhere.com.au/ to find out why the Wellington Shire is a great place to live and work.
How to Apply:
Applications must address the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in this advertisement and will be accepted no later than 11:59pm Sunday 15 January 2023.
A Position Description can be obtained from this link.
