The position description may vary throughout this period depending on stages of Circus Oz recovery in response to COVID-19.
Time commitment: 0.8 FTE. Some flexible working is available but there will be some requirement for in person office hours as well as work outside office hours.
Fixed Term role: August – October 2021
Salary: $60-65K (0.8 FTE)
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Circus Oz is embarking on its next exciting chapter. The pandemic has been the most dramatic of interruptions. It has flipped our long-standing company around. The Melbourne context has kept us suspended longer. But at Circus Oz we have embraced it as a rare gift to reflect. It has sparked us to question our direction. It has challenged us to explore what can circus uniquely contribute to our new world? Risk-taking, joy, innovation; the extraordinary out of the seemingly ordinary.
We are emerging from lockdowns with a refreshed our vision. We are embracing our leadership role to be a focal point for circus arts in Australia. The second half of 2021 will see Circus Oz pilot this vision in a new program, This is an Experiment. Working with and supporting artists, the program will test the boundaries of making and sharing creative moments. More info on the program can be found at https://experiment2021.circusoz.com.au/
ABOUT YOU
This position is suited to a person who is passionate about the creative presentation of Circus. A person who loves problem solving within safety constraints. A person who is invested in the future creativity of what can be done. Someone who is collaborative and forward thinking. A person who is passionate about the artist and audience experience. Most of all you need to be excited by working within the artistic space and the delivery of a great show to an audience.
OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Producer, Market & Engagement, this position is a key role in the day-to-day planning and running of a pop-up venue within Circus Oz. There is a requirement to work autonomously and as part of a team to establish what is needed and act accordingly. The Venue Production Manager will be responsible for leading the set-up of all production elements and overseeing the running of a venue within the Circus Oz building. Confidence in independent decision-making and execution is a must.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Producer – Market and Engagement, this position is artist-focused and responsive to the evolution of creative activity. Ensuring safety, compliance and operational effectiveness is paramount.
- Receive directives and priorities of tasks
- Identify emerging issues/risks and implications and propose solutions
- Design and plan pop-up venue within the current Circus Oz building
- Present open and transparent evaluation of results, providing frank and fearless advice on where changes and improvements required
- Work closely with the Operations & Safety Coordinator to ensure the safe practice of all circus activity
Key challenges
- As a responsive position, an inquisitive mind and attitude is required
- Balancing experimentation and safety boundaries
- Striving for best practice standards
- Working across multiple programs, with limited resources and balancing competing priorities
- Establishing and maintaining trusted working relationships with a number of different staff, performers and crew
- Working within budgetary and strategic constraints
Key Selection Criteria
Qualifications:
- Level 2 First Aid, Victorian Working with Children Check
- Higher Education or equivalent experience in production management
Experience in Production Management for physical performance and festival venues:
- An understanding of, and experience in, technical and production aspects of circus and or physical theatre
- Budget management
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work autonomously and liaise effectively with other departments, and artists
- Relevant industry experience
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of OH&S requirements
- Scheduling and management of staff
- Understanding of Covid health regulations and requirements
- Good working knowledge of CAD, Vectorworks or equivalent
- Experience in development of policies and procedures around public venue operation
Attributes
- Proven to maintain resolve, invoke strength and recover quickly in times of adversity.
- Driven to ensure absolute compliance, actively identify issues and opportunities for improvement.
- A true inquisitive mind and attitude towards the investigation of new and innovative ways of artistic practice.
- Confident communicator able to decipher and deliver technical information to a diverse range of people.
Desirable (not essential)
- Proven success in establishing and / or running a multiple-show festival venue
- Construction induction, Forklift license, Warden training
- Basic knowledge of lighting design
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must include, in one PDF document sent to jobs@circusoz.com.au
- A short cover letter outlining why you’d like to work with Circus Oz on the This is an Experiment program
- A short document (two pages max) directly addressing the key selection criteria
- A CV that includes contact details for 2 current referees.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 10:00PM Sunday 18 July
Interviews will take place via Zoom 22 & 23 July
Enquiries: jobs@circusoz.com.au
