Producer, Artistic Planning

Working at the Sydney Symphony Orchestra means you are part of an organisation that has presented music in Sydney and around the world for 90 years. We tour with some of the greatest names in classical music, and present unique on-stage collaborations with performers from across the world of music in our home city. 

Our priority is to support live music, our staff and musicians and our loyal customers who demonstrate their rock-solid support every day. 

Primary Purpose of the Role:  

The Producer plays a vital role in the support and delivery of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s Special Projects programming portfolio. The role works closely and effectively with several teams across the organisation as well as regularly engaging with presenting partners and other external stakeholders. The Producer also works in support of the Executive Producer in the delivery of strategic, commercial, and artistic advice, contract negotiation and administration, technical and production requirements, and stakeholder engagement, for all Sydney Symphony special projects. 

This role works under the direction of the Associate Director, Concerts and Programming and closely with the Executive Producer and will undertake a range of tasks requiring the use of acquired skills and knowledge in a specialised field. This role will perform tasks consistent with defined procedures and standards set by SSO, with scope to work outside these parameters and make decisions with consultation and approval from the Associate Director and relevant stakeholders.    

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Project conception  

• Support and assist the Associate Director – Concerts and Programming and Executive Producer on the conception and programming of concerts and projects.   
• Assist with the development of artistic and operational business cases and budgets for projects with artistic and commercial potential.  

Project delivery 

• Attend all Special Project rehearsal and concerts and provide decision making within defined parameters in consultation with key personnel. 
• Work with the Orchestra Management and Operations Team to provide advice of technical and production requirements for all special projects. 
• Be the key point of contact for artists, including conductors, solo artists, bands and external producers and venue contacts.  
• Manage the creation and execution of stage presentation elements.
• Ensure that budget expenditure is met within the approved budget. 
• Liaise with key musician bodies including Management Committee and Artistic Committee as well as principal musicians as required.  
• Artist Liaison as required. 

Project Administration 

• Work with Artistic team on creation of contracts with third parties. 
• Liaise with artist’s agents or management as required. 
• Processing of all invoices as required. 
• Ensure up-to-date information is effectively filed and communicated across all relevant stakeholders in a timely manner, including adoption of project management tools. 

Occupational Health and Safety 

• Work with management, team members and musician committees to ensure that all occupational health and safety risks are minimised through awareness, compliance with policy and procedure, and application of safe working practices. 

Team member 

• Participate in team activities and meetings demonstrating respect and consideration for individual experience and expertise. 
• Engage in continuous learning and contribute positively to a collaborative and respectful working environment aligned with the culture and values of SSO. 
• Familiarise self with and enact processes relating to the musicians Artistic Committee and Management Committee.   

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 

Essential 

• At least 2 years’ experience in a Producing, Administration or Production role in the arts and entertainment industry. 
• Experience of producing in line with brand standards and house style guidelines. 
• Excellent project management and organisational skills. 
• Excellent attention to detail. 
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to work to deadlines. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities. 
• Demonstrated ability to operate under pressure; and  
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and under direction as required. 

Desirable 

• Previous experience working for a professional orchestral environment.   
• Experience in the management, delivery or oversight of technical personnel including sound, lighting, staging, costuming and/or props.  
• Knowledge of and/or a passion for, orchestral and contemporary music.  
• Experience and knowledge with orchestral management/ Artistic Planning software. 

This role requires the ability to 

• Sit or stand for long periods, as well as regular bending, crouching, and reaching.  
• Use an appropriate lifting technique to manually handle office files and items. 
• Operate a computer accommodating reasonable adjustments. 
• React to a display (computer screen) throughout the workday. 
• Use a telephone within reasonable adjustments (including use of headset). 
• Regular work required outside of business hours including evenings and weekend. 

For a full Position Description please visit https://www.sydneysymphony.com/about-us/work-with-us

To apply please send a CV and Cover Letter to ***********@sydneysymphony.com by Sunday 21 April 2024.

Please note that applications without a Cover Letter will not be considered.