Address Job no: 493621
Work type: Full time ongoing
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Categories: Communications
Play an integral role in leading a passionate and creative team of Communications experts, connecting stakeholders to the power and joy of the performing arts.
Lead the development and implementation of Communications strategies and plans that speak to our vision, purpose, reach and impact - on our stages and off.
Join a team of talented storytellers under Melbourne’s iconic Spire, keeping internal and external audiences connected to who we are and what we do.
About Arts Centre Melbourne
The land on which Sidney Myer Music Bowl and Arts Centre Melbourne sits has long been a place of gathering, storytelling, song, ceremony, celebration and commemoration for First Nations people.
The People of the Kulin Nations have gathered on the site for thousands of years and continue to do so today. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging.
Beneath our iconic Spire, in Hamer Hall and at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, we showcase the best of Australian and international performing arts.
Together with our own program of performances, events and activities we offer a diversity of audiences a distinctly multidimensional approach to participation, education and entertainment.
We are now focused on Reimagining Arts Centre Melbourne as part of the Victorian Government’s commitment to transforming the Melbourne Arts Precinct into a thriving, connected creative and civic space over the coming years.
For a glimpse into working at Arts Centre Melbourne click here.
The Pillar
The Customer Experience Pillar is all about delivering the ultimate performing arts experience. We take pride in our destination and deliver memorable experiences through remarkable Service, Innovation, Engagement, Growth and Communications.
Communications team
The Communications team is responsible for telling the story.
Through compelling storytelling: we build awareness and sentiment toward our brand; elevate understanding of who we are and what we do; build a network of supporters and advocates; and influence decision makers to see the value we bring to our sector and community by delivering on our vision and mission.
Full-time ongoing, salary band 5.2 $129,826.00 per annum plus 11% superannuation.
About the Role
As a pivotal leadership role in the Strategic Communications team, you’ll:
Play a critical role in crafting and delivering the messages for our Executive and Leadership teams, helping to shape their narrative and build their communication capabilities, ensuring alignment with our corporate vision and values.
Develop and lead strategic media strategies and engagement to positively elevate the profile, awareness and sentiment of our brand and our subject matter experts and voices of authority.
Lead communication and stakeholder engagement strategies to build a network of advocates and strategic alliances across artists, industry and civic leaders in support of business objectives while mitigating reputational risk.
Mentor and inspire a team of storytelling experts in the creation and curation of content that will engage and motivate Arts Centre Melbourne’s friends, supporters, audiences and collaborators, while helping them to understand our core objectives.
Partner with our People team to ensure alignment and a consistent approach with organisational design and change objectives.
Deputise for the Director, Communications, and manage the crisis communications approach as required, utilising technologies, systems and protocols that enable us to effectively respond to a major threat to our business or reputation.
Enjoy Team Member Benefits
As a valued member of our ensemble, you will enjoy:
Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Complimentary tickets
Discounts at food & beverage outlets
Discounted commuter benefits and onsite parking
Access to wellbeing activities and learning and development programs, and the Smiling Mind app.
Free access to Employee Assistance Programs which includes specific support to our First Nations team members and providing specific counsellors for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and People of Colour.
Apply Now!
Arts Centre Melbourne welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, Disabled and Deaf people, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people of all ages.
We seek to provide workplace adjustments at all relevant stages of the recruitment process such as alternative formats or other access supports. You can specify in the application form if you require any adjustments or please ask us at any stage. If you need to contact us about making workplace adjustments during the recruitment process, please send an email to peopleassist@artscentremelbourne.com.au
Please submit your resume together with a cover letter by 11:55pm Thursday 8 February 2024. Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be invited to attend an interview prior to the closing date.
Employment at Arts Centre Melbourne is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a National Police Check and Psychometric Assessment.
Applications are open to those with full working rights in Australia. Arts Centre Melbourne is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Advertised: 24 Jan 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 08 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
