Premium Job

Job Summary: As the Support Specialist your focus will be: The provision of instruction and guidance to students in relation to theatre-based production equipment, techniques and protocols; Assisting students, staff and visiting professionals (directors, designers and production teams) with the realisation of the design for each of the major productions at the Hayman Theatre; Coordinating production elements (including production meetings, technical and dress rehearsals and the bump in and bump out of set); Supporting academic staff in ensuring risk management strategies (risk assessments) are created and followed for each production; Managing the annual Hayman Theatre production budget and effectively oversees running costs, liaising as necessary, with the Manager, CPSU; Ensuring that the theatre’s technical equipment and facilities are properly maintained and managed.

Job Details: You will bring to the role

Completion of a relevant diploma or degree qualification and relevant experience in a production or broadcasting environment; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Demonstrated current professional experience working in the theatre industry as a technician, production or stage manager, with experience in one or more areas of design (e.g. sound, lighting, set or costume).
Demonstrated ability to manage and monitor a production budget.
A sound understanding of current industry production processes/workflow and a demonstrated understanding of the interaction between production roles.
Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to work effectively in demanding situations.

What we offer you

Permanent, ongoing employment
A flexible work environment
Competitive salary & benefits

What we need from you

You are encouraged to respond to the selection criteria, specifically Criteria 1, 2 and 3, which can be found in the Position Description.

Applications close: 5 pm, Wednesday 24th October

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to the advertised close date.