Sydney Theatre Company (STC) has been a major force in the Australian cultural landscape since its establishment in 1978. It is Australia’s largest theatre company in terms of audiences and amount of work presented each year, the state theatre company of NSW, and is recognised as one of the world’s most exciting and original theatre companies.
Job Overview
The Production Manager will work alongside other Production Managers and the Director, Technical and Production to manage an allocation of STC’s productions and co-productions
The Production Manager will work with creative teams to achieve their artistic vision and production values to the highest possible standards within the parameters set by the company. The Production Manager will have responsibility for the realisation of all the technical and design elements of a production and will ensure the most effective utilisation of people, resources and systems within the agreed budget, schedule and parameters.
Hours of Work
The position is full time. The usual hours of work are 9am-5pm Monday to Friday. However, the job requires a willingness to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and touring.
The position is currently based at The Wharf, Sydney Theatre Company, Pier 4 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay.
Salary and Entitlements
- Salary is dependent on skills and experience
- 4 weeks annual leave
- Complimentary tickets to STC productions (subject to availability)
- 10.5% superannuation
Application
In order to make your application for this position, please forward your resume and a cover letter briefly demonstrating how your experience is applicable to this position as outlined in the criteria below. Please note, applications which to do not address the selection criteria will not be accepted.
Selection Criteria
- Minimum of seven years relevant industry experience, preferably within a producing theatre company.
- Excellent leadership skills with a proven ability to lead teams and manage people.
- Excellent negotiation skills with a creative approach to problem solving.
- Excellent project management skills with a logical and analytical approach to planning and the allocation of resources.
- The ability to remain calm, professional and positive under pressure.
- A sympathetic approach to theatre design and aesthetics.
- A good eye for detail and quality control to ensure that all elements of a production are produced to the highest standards.
- Excellent knowledge and practical experience of set design and construction.
- Good knowledge of rigging, stage automation, lighting, sound and projection.
- Good knowledge of theatrical costume and props.
- Strong financial management skills with a proven ability to manage and control large budgets.
- A high level of understanding of Workplace 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.
- Strong computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD.
Please forward your application to recruitment@sydneytheatre.com.au
For a complete Job Pack please visit http://www.sydneytheatre.com.au/about/careers
Applications close 10am Monday 29th January 2018
