Senior Producer, Exhibitions

Museums of History NSW is seeking an experienced Senior Producer to lead the development, design, production & installation of temporary exhibitions.

Senior Producer, Exhibitions

Museums of History NSW is seeking an experienced Senior Producer to lead the development, design, production, and installation of temporary exhibitions, interpretation projects, and activations. You’ll ensure each project meets objectives  and is delivered on time and within budget—helping shape engaging experiences that connect people with history.

 What the opportunity is:

• Employment  with Museums of History NSW
• Clerk Grade 7/8. Remuneration package includes salary ($113,574 to $125,720), employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
• Temporary full-time employment until June 2026.
• The role will work across Sydney.

What we doMuseums of History NSW brings together a portfolio of iconic museums, rich collections and heritage sites, the nation’s oldest archive collection, vital recordkeeping services and expert staff.

We bring history to life by sharing the stories of our places and collections. Through the State Archives Collection, we manage NSW’s official documentary heritage, supporting government transparency and the public’s right to access information.

These two roles do not just sit side by side – they inform and enrich each other. By preserving and making accessible our places, collections and archives, we create opportunities for people to explore the past and better understand their own place in the world. By supporting lifelong learning and inviting people to come together, we promote civic literacy, empathy, wellbeing and belonging.

We believe that history belongs to everyone. This is the promise and the purpose of MHNSW.

Museums of History NSW is a state cultural institution, established under the Museums of History NSW Act 2022. It is an agency of the NSW Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport (DCITHS).

What you’ll do with us: 

Lead the end-to-end delivery of dynamic exhibitions and interpretation projects—from planning and budgeting to creative development and installation—ensuring they meet best practice standards, engage diverse audiences, and are delivered on time and within budget. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, leverage media and technology, and drive innovative storytelling that brings NSW’s history to life.

For more information on the role you are welcome to contact Bob Whight, Head of Exhibitions and Interpretation, via 0430 708 413 or bob.whight@mhnsw.au.

Click here for the role description including the capabilities required for this role.

What you need to do to applyTo apply you will need to submit the following:

• A one to two page cover letter outlining how your skills and experiences meet the essential requirements for this role.
• A current resume listing two referees, and
• Respond to the 2 targeted questions (no more than 300 words per answer). Your responses to the targeted questions should be submitted online during your application and not included in the covering letter.

What you need to tell us – Targeted questions: 1.   Provide an example of a successful exhibition or interpretation project where you were responsible for the development and delivery within a museum, gallery or cultural institution. Please outline how you led the team to develop a shared vision with clear audience outcomes. What processes, tools and strategies did you use to manage the project development and implementation? How did you measure success?2.   Demonstrate how you are able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including internal staff of all levels, and external partners including community, other creative agencies, government and cultural organisations.

Essential requirements of the role:

• A minimum of five years relevant experience working on the development, management, production and installation of complex projects, including multi-disciplinary exhibitions and a background in Australian history, cultural history, museum studies or an arts related field.
• NSW Drivers Licence
• Willingness to work across and ability to travel to multiple work locations.  

Also note:

• For additional resources to help prepare your application and understanding of the process please refer to Applying for a job.
• To be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.
• All successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check with NSW Police.
• A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

Submit your application before the closing date: 10am Wednesday 23 July 2025.Diversity and Flexible WorkingWe are expert keepers and tellers of history, and its many stories, peoples, and cultures.  We want to create a team and workplace that reflects this diversity as well as the diversity in the communities we serve. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better, more inclusive results and connects our people to our communities, to our history, and to each other.

Our vision is to support and empower First Nations people, communities and culture, and across the sites that we care for, we are committed to shifting perspectives, truth telling and delivering honest reflections on history.We understand that flexibility means different things to different people and are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where and when possible.

If you are a First Nations applicant who would like to have a yarn about the role, or require additional support, please contact Hayden Walsh our Senior Advisor First Nations Employment & Engagement on 02 8239 2281 or via hayden.walsh@mhnsw.au.

Our team can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks. 

If you are a person who requires adjustment and would like to request assistance, please contact Liz Akerboom on 02 8239 2355 or via MHNSWrecruitment@mhnsw.au. 

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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.