The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status.
The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) is Australia’s premier training ground for future leaders and practitioners in the performing arts. Located at Kensington in Sydney, it is a centre of excellence in education and training. NIDA is unique in the world for its conservatoire training in the range that it offers which includes Acting, Design, Costume, Properties and Objects, Technical Theatre and Stage Management, Scenic Construction, Writing for Performance, Directing and Cultural Leadership.
The Opportunity
The Seasonal Production Manager will provide leadership to NIDA in every aspect of technical and theatre production operations. Working within a collaborative environment with academic and creative teams across the organisation, the manager will be playing a key role in theatre, technical, people and production activities coordinated year-round.
About You
Minimum 7 years of demonstrated experience and understanding of the Australian performing arts sector or relevant industry.
Strong knowledge of set design, construction, rigging, stage automation, lighting, sound, audiovisual, digital & streaming requirements, theatrical costumes, and props.
Knowledge of unique production opportunities and challenges along with requirements needed for live theatre designs and implementation.
Excellent leadership, project management and interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Solid experience with creative processes and concepts.
Experience developing, maintaining, and controlling financial budgets
A high-level understanding and knowledge of Work Health and Safety legislation and procedures
Qualifications/licences for Safe Work at Heights, EWP, First Aid and drivers’ licence (desirable)
Ability to work with high attention to detail and in an efficient manner
Ability to problem-solve and remain professional and calm within a busy environment.
Demonstrated willingness to embrace organisational change including use of modern technology and an ability to analyse and problem-solve in the context of change and continuous improvement.
Position Profile
Please download the position profile for more information about this role.
Salary (TRP)
$89,128.37 inclusive of 9.5% Superannuation.
Benefits of Working for NIDA
Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
Novated Car Leases
Workplace Banking
A short bus ride from Central Station and Sydney CBD
Discounted Health Club & Aquatic Membership at UNSW
Access to the UNSW Library
Complimentary tickets to NIDA student productions
Continuing Professional Development Opportunities
Discounts from NIDA bars during events
50% discount for immediate family members to attend the NIDA Open programs
What we’re looking for
Essential components of your application
A brief cover letter that demonstrates your understanding of and capacity to undertake the role.
Your C.V. including two references who can comment on your professional experience
A separate document that addresses each of the selection criteria listed in the Position Profile individually.
Closing date
11pm, 28 March 2021
Only applicants who are shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Considerations
Applications that do not address the selection criteria listed in the Position Profile will not be considered.
You are required to have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this role. This role is not suited to a working holiday visa holder.
A valid Working With Children Check for NSW is essential. Having one or being willing to get one and to support and implement NIDA’s Child Safe Strategies is necessary to undertake this role.
Contact
For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Diane Misirdjieff <Diane.Misirdjieff@nida.edu.au>, Producer.
