- Join the UMSU Union House Theatre team
- Help facilitate the smooth running of performing arts programs in a new location in the Student Precinct
- Contribute to enriching the student experience at UMSU
- A full-time, 5 month fixed term contract
ABOUT US
With a living history that extends over 130 years, at the University of Melbourne Student Union (UMSU) we are committed to providing quality experiences on campus that create a community for students, staff and visitors from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
As a non-profit organisation run by students, for students, we keep the arts, representation, advocacy, live music and cultural services alive on campus and improve students’ time at the University.
UMSU is about enabling students to get more out of their time at the University. We provide the platforms for students to immerse themselves in a wealth of cultural facilities and events, whilst having access to quality support services. It’s about making sure that students have advocacy and representation on campus. It’s all about the battle to keep student voices in the big picture whilst making students’ time at the University fun and enjoyable.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Production Coordinator at Union House Theatre is responsible for providing production and event support for student theatre and the Union House Theatre program.
The Production Coordinator for the student theatre season is a member of a collaborative working environment within Union House Theatre and operates under the broad direction of the Artistic Director/Theatre Coordinator. As part of the production team, the Production Coordinator works with the Head Technician and Stage Carpenter/Mechanist to support a positive student theatre experience. The incumbent will work closely with students in the delivery of performances, ensure that a safe work environment is maintained, and will also maintain UHT’s risk management systems on behalf of UHT staff and students.
Some of your Key Accountabilities will include:
- Oversee production coordination of activities within the performing arts venues
- Convening production meetings with student theatre groups, while ensuring OHS compliance
- Share responsibility of production planning, resourcing, and scheduling while also actively advising and working with students
- Support administrative functions of the production team.
Full details can be found in the Position Description at https://umsu.unimelb.edu.au/about/get-a-job/current-jobs/production-coordinator-student-theatre/
ABOUT YOU
To succeed in this position, you will possess relevant Technical Theatre qualifications (e.g. lighting, audio or stage management) equivalent to a trades certificate or Certificate III, coupled with significant experience in a related field, or a relevant combination of skills knowledge and/or training. A valid Working with Children Check and first aid accreditation will also be required.
Essential to your success will be your proven track record in the provision of stellar stage maintenance and set-up services, including a demonstrated ability to supervise less-experienced students.
In addition, your extensive experience in relevant industry and stage/production management and ability to work with diverse groups and people will see you successfully pass on your knowledge and provide great support to the back of house and front of house operations at the University’s performing arts venues to foster an artistic and entertaining environment on campus.
In return we offer:
- An eclectic workplace culture and flexible approach to our work;
- True life/work balance – check out our benefits which include, 5 weeks leave, leave loading 17.5% and 12% superannuation (pro rata); and
- Access to professional development opportunities tailored to you and your career path
This is a full time (35 hours per week), fixed term 5-month position with a starting base salary of $82,449 plus superannuation.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for this position close 9am Monday 13th June 2022.
Applications should include:
- a covering letter (addressing the selection criteria)
- curriculum vitae
- contact details of three (3) referees
All applicants require:
- a valid Employee Working with Children Check
- verification of unrestricted work rights in Australia, for example, citizenship, passport or birth certificate
- certified copies of qualifications
Apply HERE
UMSU reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.
