Producer, Development Events

Support VIP, donor and partner events at Carriageworks, coordinating seamless delivery and exceptional guest experiences across the Winter program.

ABOUT CARRIAGEWORKS   

Carriageworks is a thriving cultural centre located on Gadigal Land in Redfern, Sydney. Built within the spectacular Eveleigh Railway Workshops, it hosts vibrant arts events and a thriving creative industries program. As well as popular events such as the weekly Farmers Market, Sydney Writers’ Festival, Australian Fashion Week, and Sydney Contemporary, Carriageworks presents its own compelling programme of music, theatre, dance, and visual arts. With recent renewal at both executive and board levels, Carriageworks is poised for a transformative phase in its history, promising significant growth and impact in the years ahead. 

CARRIAGEWORKS VALUES     

• Respect Each Other: Everyone is welcome. Everyone’s voice is important. We learn from each other by listening with empathy and care.     

• Share The Journey: Support others to be their best. We act with integrity and trust. We are collectively responsible.     

• Be Adventurous: Embrace creativity. We search for courageous ideas and new opportunities.      

• Take A Long View: Respect country, prioritise sustainability and nurture new ways of thinking out of old. We lay foundations for generations to come.    

OPPORTUNITY 

This 3 month contract role supports the delivery of Development events as part of the Carriageworks Winter program, including opening nights, VIP and donor events, partner activations, private functions, and associated food and beverage operations. 

Working closely with the Sponsorships Manager and wider Events, Production, FOH, and Box Office teams, you will help ensure seamless event delivery and exceptional experiences for VIP guests, donors, partners, and stakeholders. 

What you’ll be doing 

• Support planning and coordination of Development events, including VIP functions, opening nights, and private hosting 

• Assist with preparation of event briefs, run sheets, and operational requirements across production, FOH, and technical teams 

• Coordinate guest lists, invitations, RSVPs, and VIP communications with internal teams 

• Support food and beverage planning and delivery, including supplier liaison, orders, invoicing, and on-site operations 

• Assist in the delivery of partner activations, including coordination of bump-in/bump-out and on-ground support 

• Provide hands-on event support including set-up, pack-down, guest welcome, and real-time troubleshooting 

• Ensure smooth, professional delivery of all Development events 

About you 

• Experience in events, hospitality, venue operations, or arts/cultural programming 

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities 

• Confident working with stakeholders including VIPs, partners, and suppliers 

• Calm, solutions-focused approach in live event environments 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on operational tasks 

• Available to work evenings and weekends as required 

APPLY: Please submit your cover letter and your resume to [email protected], outlining your experience against the role responsibility areas. Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. 

Please go to the Carriageworks Jobs page for a full job description. https://carriageworks.com.au/vacancies/ 

Application closing date: Tuesday 12th May 2026 

DIVERSITY 

At Carriageworks, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that mirrors the creativity and dynamism of the arts we champion. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disability, the LGBTIQ+ communities, from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.