The Production Manager role is part of a team charged with delivering production services to presenters and hirers at Geelong Arts Centre to the highest of standards. This role supports the delivery of an annual portfolio of activities in conjunction with offsite events produced by the Geelong Arts Centre.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Technical Operations and working closely with the Senior Manager, Presenter Services and Events Account Managers, the incumbent manages the ‘back of house production’ aspects of a diverse range of events and includes the administrative planning of all production and technical requirements, accurate collection of show specific information, the coordination of technical and stage door staff requirements and seamless delivery of production support.
Representing both Technical Operations and Presenter Services during event mode, this role will ensure that all back of Production Staff have been fully briefed on the event details. Focussed on building excellent stakeholder relationships, this role will be the main point of contact for all venue hirers and visiting companies for production related matters. The Production Manager leads and coordinates the Stage Door team, including day to day communication, supervision, rostering and training and development.
Essential qualifications and experience
To be successful in this position, you will have:
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in production management or stage management role.
• Ability to deliver a high level of customer service with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Experience with building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of production related elements such as budgeting, scheduling, lighting, audio, and staging.
• Demonstrated organisational skills with strong emphasis on time management and attention to detail across administrative focused tasks.
• Good level of computer literacy and experience in using database scheduling, spreadsheets, and word processing software packages.
• Previous experience using venue or event management software
Desirable qualifications and experience
• Possess a relevant trade qualification, Diploma or higher at a recognised institution or equivalent extensive experience working within the entertainment industry.
Special requirements
• Flexibility in working hours to support daytime, evening, and some weekend work will be required as part of the normal hours of duty for this position.
• The following checks, licences and certifications are required for this role:
o Current and valid Working with Children’s Check (employee)
o Current Victorian driver’s licence (advising any qualifications, conditions or restrictions)
The employee must provide evidence that they hold current certifications prior to commencing employment with Geelong Arts Centre. The employee must maintain currency of these checks, licences and certifications for the duration of their employment with Geelong Arts Centre.
Applications close Midnight Sunday 18 January 2026
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