Newington College is seeking to appoint a permanent, part-time Theatre Operations Manager. The role will work 32 hours per week for 48 weeks per year. The majority of the responsibilities will be performed during term time, however, oversight of venue hire will be a responsibility of this role that will fall during school holidays.
This role will work across many areas of Theatre within the College including;
- Technical oversight of productions and events
- Management of internal booking of Drama Theatre & Old Chapel bookings
- Oversight of WHS Compliance
- Student Training & Pathways
- Business development of increasing community engagement to promote external hire of The Drama Theatre & Old Chapel
- Oversight of the technical requirements of various venues and events in the School in addition to the Drama Theatre
Applicants are expected to be an industry professional with a commitment to producing quality theatre. A significant part of the role involves the nurture and development of students who are interested in theatre production. Applicants should be passionate about developing students’ interests in the area of theatre design and production.
The College recognises that different applicants will bring different skill sets to the role and expects the successful candidate to apply these skills in their role as Theatre Operations
Further details about this position can be obtained by contacting Mr Paul Eastway, Head of Drama: peastway@newington.nsw.edu.au or (02) 9568 9333.
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It would be expected that the successful candidate would;
- a minimum of 5 years industry experience
- NSW WHS certification
- the ability to collaborate effectively with staff members from all departments of the College
- a genuine appreciation and commitment to working with the boys
- a willingness to work towards attaining certification as identified by Newington College
- a Diploma of Education or equivalent (desirable but not necessary)
- a current NSW Driver’s License (desirable but not necessary)
About Newington College:
Newington College, a boys’ school with 2040 students and four vibrant campuses across Sydney, is committed to developing young men who learn with curiosity and rigor, who have open minds and who strive be their best in everything they do. Preparing boys for the complexities of the future is at the heart of the College’s vision: To provide an internationally respected education that encourages boys to become men of substance and resilience who make an active and positive contribution to society.
Newington was founded in 1863 and is a member of the GPS Association of NSW. We are associated with the Uniting Church and pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse community. We are a comprehensive school and offer the Higher School Certificate, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and VET pathways to boys in their senior years. Our prep schools at Lindfield and Stanmore are inspiring, energetic environments with programs designed to excite young minds.
Through its wholehearted commitment to the best in education for boys, the school is devoted to the pursuit of excellence in all that a boy does and achieves. Each boy is valued for his unique capacity to contribute to the life of the College. Newington’s tradition of individuality, excellence and community are trademarks of our boys; it is the cornerstone on which our College was built and the heritage for its future.
To Apply:
To apply for this position you must be eligible to work in Australia, e.g. hold an appropriate and current Australian work visa.
- Applications should be submitted in one attachment (PDF format preferred) of no more than 6 pages. This document will include your cover letter and CV.
- Applicants must apply electronically for their application to be considered. The online application form can be accessed at: https://www.newington.nsw.edu.au/about-newington/careers/
- Applications close Thursday 17th June 2021. Interviews may be conducted on receipt of applications of interest not following the closing date, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
