Role Overview
This role works alongside TNA staff and the APAF Team to deliver the 2023 Australian Performing Arts Forum (APAF). In collaboration with the APAF Team, the Production Manager will be responsible for planning, delivery and evaluation of this three-day event.
Visit the TNA website for a detailed Position Description.
Other positions for APAF are also available and open for application.
About the Australian Performing Arts Forum (APAF)
APAF is a biennial gathering for the national performing arts sector, including organisations and independents from theatre, dance, circus, and other live art forms. Produced by Theatre Network Australia (TNA), APAF (formerly known as Australian Theatre Forum) has been taking place since 2009, hosting ~350 delegates from across Australia. Delegates can expect three days of insightful and relevant speakers and facilitated conversations, networking and socialising, and excellent catering. APAF prides itself on centring artists and responding to the current issues, needs and opportunities that are impacting our sector right now.
APAF 2023 will take place in Brisbane during the Brisbane Festival, September 13-15 at the Brisbane Powerhouse.
About TNA
Theatre Network Australia (TNA) is the leading national industry development organisation for the contemporary performing arts, with a focus on the small to medium and independent sectors. Our ten-year vision is for a safe, healthy, and relevant performing arts sector. We are highly regarded for our caring and flexible work culture, putting the needs of people first so that they feel inspired and energised at work.
Selection Criteria
Professional production management experience.
Experience organising, delivering, and evaluating events at Brisbane Powerhouse or venues of comparable scale.
Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.
A deep understanding of the need for the performing arts sector to be safe and inclusive for people from under-represented groups such as First Nations people, people of colour, Deaf/Disabled people, people from regional areas, and the LGBTIQA+ community.
Applications
Applications close Sunday 11 June, 2023. Written or video applications are welcome.
For more information on applying, visit the TNA website.
If you have any questions, please contact Steph: email steph@tna.org.au or call 03 9947 1016. If you need support in completing an application, please contact Steph ASAP.
