Talent Manager

ABOUT FLIPTEASE

Fliptease is a Western Australian live performance company. We provide corporate, spectacle, aerial and family entertainment. Established in 2006, Fliptease has earned a reputation amongst its clients and industry peers for providing imaginative, enterprising and bold entertainment solutions.

Fliptease consists of a small office team and a contractor pool of 120+ performers, makers, back of house personnel and administrative staff. We are an in-house creative company using a hybrid casting model. This means we make our own creative works as well as engaging with independent artists.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Talent Manager will work closely with the Creative Director and Operations Manager to help realise the creative vision of each project and ensure that the performer management is of the highest standard, meets or exceeds client expectations and continues to build Fliptease’s outstanding reputation in the delivery of high-quality experiences.

The primary responsibility of the Talent Manager is the casting of both performance and production roles (stage managers, event assistants etc.) and ensuring the right person is allocated to the right job.  The Talent Manager is also responsible for performer recruitment, onboarding, training, supervision and ensuring performers are provided with ongoing guidance and support.

You will be part of a small, highly productive and engaged team that operates in a fast-paced environment. You will thrive on working on a range of tasks at once and be agile whilst tapping into your initiative, creative thinking and people management experience. Everyday is different and adaptability is key.

This is a full-time hybrid role (1 FTE) on a 12-month contract with the possibility to extend for the right candidate.  The successful candidate would need to come into our Fremantle office for a minimum of three days per week with time spent at other locations in and around Perth on weekends or evenings as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Performer Management and Development

• Cast performers and nominate production staff for corporate and family entertainment programs and events as part of the annual Fliptease program.
• Provide guidance for performers on Fliptease aesthetics, codes of conduct, performance requirements and company policies.
• Foster a positive and collaborative environment conducive to creativity, productivity, safety and wellbeing within the office, training spaces and on events. 
• Supervise and support performers to ensure their professional development through the organisation of master classes, training sessions, rehearsals and workshops.
• Utilise and uphold Fliptease’s systems, procedures and training materials to ensure the sharing of institutional knowledge among team members.
• Maintain regular contact with performers and resolve escalated issues as necessary.

Program Development and Delivery

• Support the development of the Fliptease Annual Program.
• Develop and deliver event-specific briefings for performers and crew.
• Provide input and assist with scheduling for large performance programs and projects.
• Assist with the development of both in-house and individual stage acts and shows where required including strategic input on aesthetics, music and performance.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with artists, venues, back of house support and the wider arts industry sector.
• Manage performance expenses within each project and ensure budgets are adhered to.
• Provide additional support to the Wardrobe department,  including but not limited to costume and back of house preparations for events.
• Participate in regular team meetings, briefings and debriefs to review performer and project progress, address challenges and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Create tech sheets for in-house stage shows and corporate events.
• Prepare supporting client decks for performance and costume electives where required. 

General

• Be proactive in your approach to creative and artistic problem solving and have a ‘can-do’ attitude towards all client requests and requirements. 
• Act as a brand ambassador for Fliptease and represent the company at corporate and key industry events as and when appropriate.
• Uphold Fliptease’s environmental values, ensuring every opportunity is taken to reduce, reuse, repair and recycle in day to day operations.

Health and Safety

• Ensure working practices, performance practices and operational delivery is always safe and conforms to the applicable legislative requirements.
• Participate in the health and safety of all team members, identify hazards, assess risks and make changes where necessary.
• Work with the Operations Manager to ensure that all artists or companies are correctly insured prior to live performance and respond and mitigate any additional unforeseen risks throughout their performance season. 
• Notify the Creative Director of any Health or Safety issues that arise and assist in ensuring that responsive remedial works are carried out. 
• Ensure compliance with OHS legislation, policies, procedures, and work practices and participate in risk assessments as required.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience working as a Producer, Artist Manager, Program Manager (or similar role) in events, media or the arts, or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Proven experience in casting and/or programming performers, stage shows and entertainment programs.
• Experience in writing and preparing technical sheets for stage performance.
• Demonstrated experience of working in a complex and fast-moving environment, and working with a wide variety of stakeholders and colleagues to deliver successful events and projects.
• High-level organisation, communication and people management skills. 
• A passion for genuine collaboration, as well as the capacity to use initiative and work autonomously.
• A working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and project management tools.
• An extensive industry network and desire to contribute towards the development of Arts and Culture in Western Australia.

Desirable

• Corporate performance experience.
• Understanding of health and safety within a performing arts and circus context.
• Experience in costume styling and sourcing.
• Knowledge or experience in circus arts, including aerial performance. 
• Pre-existing networks in the circus industry.

APPLICATION PROCESS

In your application, please provide:

• A cover letter (max 2 pages) that addresses the Skills and Experience required for the role; and

• A current resume with contact details of two professional referees.

Application closing date: 10:00pm AWST Wednesday 26 June 2024.

To apply for the position, email your application to Renee Wingfield, Creative Director, at *******@fliptease.com.au with Fliptease Talent Manager in the subject heading before the application closing date.

Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.

Applications can only be sent via email as PDF files with a total size of no more than 2MB. Do not attach ZIP or password protected files.