Producer

Help lead the delivery of events within Brisbane Festival’s artistic program!

About Us

Queensland’s premier arts festival, Brisbane Festival lights up the city each September with extraordinary art, installations, and live performances from home and across the world. We are Boldy Brisbane – we reflect the diversity and unique voice of our river city. Our people make the impossible possible through passion, hard work, and care.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Program Director and in service of the artistic vision set by the Artistic Director, the Producer leads the delivery of delegated events within Brisbane Festival’s artistic program.

The role is responsible for end-to-end project delivery, including stakeholder engagement, contracting, budget management and financial reporting, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within approved budgets. The Producer oversees Associate Producers and event staff, providing clear leadership, guidance and support across planning and delivery phases. Working closely with internal Festival teams across Programming, Technical, Marketing and Development, and external partners, the Producer ensures seamless cross-functional collaboration, rigorous governance and high-quality outcomes, contributing to ambitious, accessible and impactful public events that reflect Brisbane Festival’s values and commitment to artistic excellence and public engagement. This is a full-time fixed term contract commencing in June and ending in early October.

Roles and Responsibilities

Project Development and Delivery

• Manage the planning and delivery of assigned projects within the organisation’s program, ensuring alignment with artistic, strategic and operational objectives.
• Manage projects through to delivery, including scheduling, logistics, and stakeholder coordination.
• Oversee project timelines, ensuring milestones are met and outcomes are delivered to a high standard.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of production schedules, project plans and supporting documentation in collaboration with technical and production teams.

Stakeholder and Artist Engagement

• Act as a primary point of contact for artists and collaborators, supporting clear communication and positive working relationships.
• Coordinate artist logistics including contracting, travel, accommodation and project requirements.
• Support partnership and sponsorship outcomes, ensuring alignment with project goals and artistic vision.

Contracting, Budgeting and Governance

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring accurate tracking, forecasting and reporting.
• Oversee contracting processes for artists, presenters and suppliers, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and relevant regulations.
• Identify and manage risks, including licensing, insurance and compliance requirements.
• Monitor financial and operational performance against agreed project objectives.
• Reconcile project budgets on a weekly basis.
• Provide a final financial reconciliation for delegated projects post-festival.

Team Leadership and Collaboration

• Supervise and support Associate Producers, project staff and contractors as required.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive working environment across teams.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings to ensure effective communication and alignment.
• Work closely with programming, production, marketing, development and operations teams to deliver integrated outcomes.

Production and Delivery Oversight

• Oversee the delivery of projects, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality presentation.
• Liaise with technical and production teams to coordinate resources, logistics and infrastructure.
• Maintain close communication with creative teams throughout development and delivery phases.
• Ensure a positive experience for artists, audiences and stakeholders.

Administration, Reporting and Professional Practice

• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, reports and correspondence.
• Provide timely and accurate information to relevant internal departments.
• Maintain strong industry relationships with artists, companies, venues and sector organisations.
• Uphold high standards of administrative accuracy, organisation and digital proficiency.
• Complete a final report per project post-festival.
• Undertake other duties as reasonably directed.

Systems

• Utilise organisation-wide systems in accordance with policies and procedures provided.

WHS

• Take an active role in effectively implementing Brisbane Festival’s WHS policy.
• Support safe work practices during planning, rehearsal, installation, and live delivery phases.

Relevant Experience

Essential

Desirable

Apply Now

Visit brisbanefestival.com.au/jobs to download the Position Description and submit your application.

Applications will remain open until 5:00PM ON WEDNESDAY 29 APRIL 2026, unless the positions are filled prior. 

Early applications are encouraged. Applications are strictly confidential.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalised folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We would love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

Brisbane Festival is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Our vision is to have a team which reflects the breadth and diversity of Brisbane’s population. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, LGBTQIA+, culturally and linguistically diverse applicants and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.