Address- Full-time, permanent contract (152 hours per four-week cycle)
- Salary Range: $76,281.40 - $88,003.24 per annum, plus Superannuation
- Darebin Arts Centre, 401 Bell St, Preston, VIC, 3072
About the Role
The Production Supervisor position is a core role of the Operations and Technical Team that is responsible for all operational and production support for the Arts Precincts activities, including performances and events. The Technical team is responsible for ensuring all production aspects of the venue and equipment is maintained and improved in line with procurement policies and industry standards, and to facilitate all production-related operational duties for events at the highest professional standards.
Duties
• Responsible for the pre-production coordination and delivery of all production services at a high-volume event-days performing arts venue
• Oversee and maintain continuous improvement documentation of technical and OHS processes, with assistance from the Venue Technician, where required
• Responsible for coordinating scheduled periodic and ad-hoc equipment maintenance and upgrades, and associated rostering and training of staff
• Develop proficiency in venue management system (Ungerboeck) as the key source for recording all production-related event information (for which training will be provided)
Skills & Experience
• Competence and working knowledge in all production discipline areas of the live performance industry
• Excellent time-management skills, ability to multitask, and meet set deadlines
• Excellent client and artist liaison communication and administration skills, with a broader understanding of the industry sector
• Excellent innovative and creative problem-solving skills
• Be a proactive, flexible and motivated team member
Benefits
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the day-to-day operations in a new era of transformation of Darebin Arts Centre
• Work for a local government that is committed to its creative community
• Contribute to shaping the vision of asset renewal improvements at DAC to maintain its competitiveness as a leading metropolitan performing arts venue
• Be part of a progressive and dynamic local government authority which is internationally recognised for its forward thinking in sustainability, asylum seekers, First Nations’ rights and equity for all regardless of physical special needs, sexuality, gender, race or religion
• Accessibly positioned venue, 100m from Bell Street Station, St Georges Rd arterial cycle path, ample car parks available, and positioned alongside several bus routes
• Venue is adjacent to leafy and spacious Ray Bramham Gardens
Culture
The City of Darebin makes a significant investment in the arts and creative sector operating two iconic arts and cultural facilities, Darebin Arts Centre and Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre, as its Arts Precincts Unit. Both venues are known for delivering strong and high-profile arts programs. The Creative Culture and Events Department plays a vital role in the local arts arena to offer platforms and support for a wide range of local artists to make and present work. Its continuous-improvement strategies are some of the most innovative in Australia responding to the critical needs of the community as they grow and change.
How to Apply
Start your application by clicking ‘Begin’ below. Candidates must provide a resumé and must address the eight (8) Key Selection Criteria detailed in the . Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Contact Chloe Gestier, Head of Operations, on 0448 125 *** for a confidential discussion.
Applications close on Sunday, 19 May 2024 at 11.30pm.
The City of Darebin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organisation, or other non-merit factors. Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.
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