Expression of Interest - Production roles

Work with Queensland Theatre Company in 2027.

We are looking for experienced theatre professionals with skills in a range of disciplines to build our production talent pool for 2027.

• Bring your skills to varied, fulfilling work
• Work alongside some of the finest performing artists
• Be part of a collaborative team where everyone belongs

We’re looking for experienced theatre professionals with skills across a range of disciplines – to build our production talent pool for Season 2027.  Expression of interest applications are open now for production roles in 2027.

About Queensland Theatre Company

Queensland Theatre Company is Queensland’s state theatre company.  Each year, we present an artistically rich and varied repertoire of Australian, classic, contemporary and international work – and we bring together our people, artists and audiences to share and tell stories through the distinctive, transformative power of extraordinary theatre.  At the heart of it all is a team driven by a passion for the work and a positive spirit.

Interested in working with us in 2027?

We invite Expressions of Interest from experienced theatre professionals and arts workers who are interested in working with us in 2027 on a short fixed-term or casual basis.  If you have experience and skills in the planning, making or running of live theatre productions, we would like to hear from you. 

What we are looking for

We are looking for workers with qualifications and experience in any of the following:

• Staging and production coordination: mounting and staging theatrical productions, including bump in, technical rehearsals, maintenance and bump out.
• Technical production and coordination: skills and qualifications in technical elements and systems such as lighting, sound, audio-visual, automation, special effects etc.
• Set and scenery construction: general construction (carpentry, framework/formwork, finishing or metalwork), ideally with experience in scenery construction, materials, methods and techniques.
• Costume: costume making and garment construction, costume preparation and costume assistance.
• Scenic art and props: scenic artwork, and the making and setting of props for theatrical sets.
• Production and stage management: production management or stage management.

And, whatever your craft, you’ll bring:

• Strong communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset and a positive approach in a busy, fast-moving environment.
• The ability to deliver to critical timelines and parameters.
• An ability to work flexible hours as operational demands may require.
• Knowledge of and a commitment to work health and safety requirements and practices to ensure safe work practice in the workplace.
• Genuine enthusiasm for theatre making and the arts.

You are also someone who is highly motivated and is able to manage the requirements of a diverse operational environment.  

Register your interest so we can review your profile and identify relevant projects as soon as they open up.

How to register interest

Complete our online Expression of Interest form and tell us about your background, skills and experience. We’ll keep your details on file and will be in touch when a project vacancy matching your skills opens up.

Register here:  Queensland Theatre Co. Expression of Interest Form

For any enquiries, please email:  [email protected]

Queensland Theatre Company is committed to fostering a work environment where all differences are valued and respected.  We promote a culture of opportunity and encourage people from a range of cultural backgrounds to apply for our roles.