Stage Production Coordinator

• Full time, Fixed-Term until 13/11/2025

• Opportunity to provide effective day to day support of the SCM’s rehearsal and performance programs, and to coordinate stage setups, technical elements for rehearsals and staged performance

• Required as per business needs to work evenings and weekends

• Base Salary HEO 6 $95,860 – $103,341 + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music (SCM) is one of the oldest and most prestigious music schools in Australia. It is a distinctive part of Sydney’s arts and educational nucleus. The SCM is renowned for its exceptional commitment to music, innovative programs and partnership programs with Australia’s major music organisations. Since its inception in 1915, the Conservatorium has played an important role in shaping Sydney’s cultural identity.

The Stage Production Coordinator is responsible for the management of a small supporting team within opera production and musical theatre, the day-to-day coordination of faculty led performances/ concerts, and production management for events both within opera and as allocated. Other aspects of this role requires relationship management across a broad range of stakeholders and is heavily reliant on time management abilities.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• provide specific event and opera production services within the SCM and other external venues

• coordinate day to day Faculty specific event production services, providing logisitical and technical support in opera productions and orchestral ensemble activities

• lead the delivery of daily administration activities and services, implementing modifications and streamline processes

• maintain record keeping, and financial/accounting support, including payment and invoice management

• ensure the SCM productions are compliant with Workplace Health and Safety requirements.

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field and/ or equivalent training or experience

• Significant experience in production management for staged musical productions such as opera

• significant experience providing stage management support for concerts, large-scale productions and events

• skilled in scheduling capability and cast management

• hold a current drivers license

• working knowledge of orchestral set ups and ability to draw orchestral diagrams

• strong problem solving skills and the ability to use initiative and competing priorities

• well developed computer skills and ability to use Microsoft office applications

• well-developed verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to apply theoretical knowledge and techniques.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Lena Jiang, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected] .

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Applications Close

Sunday 04 February 2024 11:59 PM