Sydney Opera House
Producer Children Families & Creative Learning
An organisation where diversity of thought and experience is valued, supported and respected.
Job Status: Full Time, Temporary Parental Leave Cover (7.5 months)
Salary: Base salary of $105,772 per annum plus 12% superannuation
Applications Close: Sunday 17th August 11:55pm
Role Enquiries: at recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com
An organisation where diversity of thought and experience is valued, supported and respected.
THE HOUSE
The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. A globally recognised icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination, it’s one of the world’s busiest performing arts centres, the nation’s premier tourism destination and a World Heritage masterpiece that belongs to the people of NSW. Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera House’s future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community.
The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder – on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted, empowered and entertained. As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-26, our ambition is to be Everyone’s House. To make this real, we are focused on four themes that underpin our organisational values (Creativity, Courage, Inclusivity, Integrity, Collaboration and Care):
- Everyone feels welcome here.
- We better understand and connect with the community.
- We are future ready.
- We lead and inspire positive change.
For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to our website.
YOUR NEW ROLE
The Producer, Children, Families & Creative Learning (CFCL) is responsible for the effective producing management, delivery and presentation of all aspects of the Children, Families & Creative Learning performances and projects as part of the SOH Presents.
The role participates in the annual artistic planning and manages projects from inception to completion across performances and associated programs – in the theatres, across the venues and for the Centre for Creativity. This includes generating and managing annual performance budgets, liaising with production teams, negotiating deals and contracts, annual scheduling, artist liaison and management of internal and external stakeholders. The Producer works closely with artists and external producers from the commercial, small to medium and independent sector in Australia and internationally, across both works in development, performance seasons, and tours across a range of genres including theatre, music, dance, circus, installations, and artist workshops.
The Producer, CFCL is a project leadership and delivery position experienced in producing in venues or at festivals, and is supported by the Associate Producer Children, Families and Creative Learning in program delivery.
Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.
ARE YOU THE ONE?
You might be the right fit if you have:
- Demonstrable experience (7+ years) to an expert level in developing, producing and delivering performances within a venue or festival context
- Experience in business and producing management including scoping projects, developing and implementing project business cases, budget creation and management, revenue modelling and budget optimisation across both the commercial and subsidised programming space
- Experience negotiating and preparing contracts with artists, producers and arts organisations
- Experience in managing multiple projects, often with competing priorities, across a range of different teams or departments, with a solutions-focussed attitude
- Program management experience with children, families and young people’s projects
The Sydney Opera House gives you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:
- 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden
- Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
- Staff community groups like SOH Pride, First Nations Staff Network, Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (aka SEALs) and more.
- Fitness Passport and complimentary wellbeing programs including pilates, yoga, circuit classes, physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
- Working for an organisation with a 6 Star Green Star performance rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
- Working for an organisation committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the world’s first arts organisation to join the UN’s Global Compact, an international sustainability initiative designed to build a better future for us all.
- Complimentary tickets to shows.
- And many more!
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisation welcomes you for who you are – as you are. So if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact us at recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com to discuss. Even if you think you’d be a great fit, but don’t necessarily tick every box in the role description, please get in touch.
We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, recognising the value, unique skills and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders, people who are d/Deaf and/or with disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodiverse, refugees and the LGBTQIA+ community.
NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY?
We know flexibility means different things to different people, so let us know how we can support you to be your best.
SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW
Please submit your cover letter and CV via our online portal. In addition you will be prompted to answer the following targeted question in the online application platform.
- Describe a scenario where you have provided effective producing across a performance program with competing deadlines and tasks. How did you manage this process and what was the result of the project?
- Describe a situation where you have had to solve a work problem, and the strategies and techniques you used to ensure a solution-orientated outcome?
To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job, it remains strictly confidential and applicants will be informed of the result.
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy and Plan
Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies
