FIRST NATIONS PRODUCER

Merrigong Theatre Company is looking for a First Nations Producer

Are you passionate about performing arts? Are you passionate about community and culture?

If you are, and you also have project management experience and are interested in developing your skills and experience as a Producer, then we would love to hear from you.

About Merrigong Theatre Company

Merrigong Theatre Company is a not-for-profit company and cultural leader putting artists and community at the centre of everything we do. From our venues in Wollongong, in the heart of Dharawal Country, we seed, develop, produce, present, and tour performances and programs that reflect our communities.   

With a proud commitment over many years to First Nations First, Merrigong Theatre Company has successfully presented contemporary self-determined productions, developed new audiences, and created pathways for local aspiring producers, directors, actors, playwrights, dancers and choreographers. We now seeking a First Nations Producer to further develop our First Nations Program.  

We are an organisation with strong company values around cultural safety, transparency and inclusion. We offer flexible work arrangements, complimentary tickets to shows, opportunities for development and a free Employee Assistance Program.  

About the role

The position of First Nations Producer is part-time (22.5 hours per week) and sits within Merrigong’s Artistic Development Team.

The central focus for the role is to support local First Nations artists in the development of their artistic practice, and in the creation and presentation of new locally made performing arts works.

Merrigong Theatre Company is committed to providing growth opportunities for the First Nations Producer and will provide a supported environment and a structured plan to develop skills, knowledge, and industry experience as required.

How to apply

Please download the position description HERE

All applications should include:

• A current resumé including contact details for two referees.
• A cover letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the Selection Criteria

Notes for addressing the selection criteria:   Please include a short paragraph describing how you meet each of the selection criteria (essential & desirable) listed in the position description. Please include details that highlight the experience, skills, knowledge, and qualifications that you would bring to the position.  

Being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position as described under Section 14(d) of the Anti-discrimination Act, 1977 (NSW) 

Additional information:

• Salary range: $66k – $75k pro-rata
• Applications for this position close at 5.00pm on Sunday 24 November 2024.
• Interviews will be held on Tuesday 4 December and Wednesday 5 December.

Applications should be emailed directly to:  recruitment@merrigong.com.au

For further information about the position and the Artistic Team please email Leland Kean, Artistic Development Manager: lkean@merrigong.com.au