Creative Producer

This dynamic role will work to develop, produce and deliver innovative artistic content at The Pavilion and Sutherland Arts Theatre.

This role plays a key part in activating all venue spaces, programming high-quality performances and community events that complement contracted hires and support broader cultural engagement.

The Creative Producer manages the creative and logistical delivery of in-house programming, while supporting artist relationships, production operations, and audience development. Through creative leadership and strategic planning, this role contributes significantly to The Pavilion’s artistic identity, financial sustainability, and community impact.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Creative Programming and Production

• Curate and produce a diverse program of performances, events, and creative activations aligned with The Pavilion’s strategic vision and community focus.
• Identify, commission, and support artists and companies to present original works and collaborative projects.
• Activate underutilised venue spaces through pop-up, site-responsive, or non-traditional programming.
• Ensure creative projects meet audience needs, venue objectives, and align with cultural trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams and technical staff to ensure smooth delivery of all creative outputs.

Project Management and Delivery

• Oversee the end-to-end production process for in-house events and programs, including timelines, budgets, contracts, and operational requirements.
• Coordinate communication between artists, contractors, internal staff and stakeholders to ensure aligned expectations and smooth collaboration.
• Troubleshoot production or event issues and adjust plans to maintain artistic and operational outcomes.
• Manage risk assessments, artist briefings, and project evaluations to ensure safe, high-quality delivery.

Audience Engagement and Marketing Support

• Collaborate with the Marketing team to develop promotional strategies that build interest and attendance for programs.
• Contribute to audience development initiatives including outreach activities, community engagement projects, and education partnerships.
• Champion access, inclusion and diversity across programming to broaden audience reach.
• Support brand identity by ensuring programs reflect the values and creative ambition of The Pavilion.

Budgeting and Financial Accountability

• Plan and manage production budgets, ensuring effective use of resources while delivering strong artistic value.
• Negotiate contracts with artists, companies, and suppliers in alignment with financial guidelines.
• Monitor project expenditure and deliver post-event financial reporting to support accountability and planning.
• Identify opportunities for cost-sharing, grant funding, or co-productions that enhance creative capacity.

Partnership Development and Sector Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with artists, arts organisations, cultural venues, and local government partners.
• Work to establish joint ventures and program partnerships that increase audience development and resource efficiency.
• Support the venue’s positioning as a leading regional cultural destination.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Artistic programming and curation
• Project and production management
• Stakeholder and artist collaboration
• Audience development
• Financial and contract management

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Experience in venue-based or festival production within a performing arts or live events context.
• Experience working with not-for-profits, local government or community arts initiatives.
• Skills in grant writing, co-productions, or philanthropic partnership development.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information, download the full position description here. For any enquiries, please email: recruitment@thepavilionarts.au

TO APPLY

To apply, please supply your current resume or CV and include a one-page cover letter that addresses the role requirements, as well as your skills and attributes that make you a strong fit for the position. In addition, we encourage you to highlight notable achievements from similar roles.