Producer

$85,000 PRO RATA | FULL-TIME, FIXED TERM UNTIL 30 JUNE 2025

About the Role  

We are looking for 2x Producers to join the RISING team within the Creative department’s Producing team, reporting to the Head of Creative Program.

The Producer is the direct link between the Artistic Directors creative vision, the artistic intent, the festival’s ambition for the performance program, ancillary events programming and the successful delivery of RISING projects.

RISING’s producers provide a vital function as the planning and delivery lead for performance program. The program of local, national and international work is often complex, immersive, site-specific and may be presented outside of a traditional context or venue.

Working closely with the Head of Creative Program, Artistic Directors and Executive Producer, the role contributes to the scoping, planning, producing and delivery of the performance program across various city venues and non-traditional spaces. The role engages with local, national and international industry stakeholders including artists, producer, agents, venues, and other broad presentation and curatorial partners. Producers is a creative leader and plays a key role in managing relationships and deals, and delivering the projects through to delivery, settlement and post-event reporting. This position uses astute judgement in managing issues and balancing conflicting demands of internal and external stakeholders.

The role will also work collaboratively with RISING’s Brand and Commercial department on the marketing, publicity and partnerships associated with the performance program.

About RISING 

RISING is a festival new art, music and performance in the heart of Naarm (Melbourne, Australia). A major cultural event for the Asia Pacific Region, the festival is created by a diverse team of local, national and international artists and curators. RISING’s purpose is to reflect Melbourne’s identity and amplify its art and artists.   The festival returns in 2025. View the 2024 RISING program.          

We are nestled right on Lonsdale Street, in the heart of the CBD. Our culture is a key part of what makes working here special. Whether it’s doing a crossword around the lunch table, experiencing Melbourne’s arts and culture from within, or simply the everyday interactions, you’ll feel part of something vibrant. 

Benefits of working at RISING 

• RISING offers flexible working arrangements and hybrid office/work from home 
• Leave policies that support you including five weeks of annual leave, paid parental leave, wellness leave, gender affirmation leave and more 
• The option to choose to transfer Australian public holidays that may not align with your cultural, religious or personal values with another day 
• Bring your pet to work! We are a pet-friendly workspace and run a roster so there’s always a furry friend nearby
• Complimentary tickets to RISING events  
• Opportunities to attend exclusive events and experiences within the arts industry 
• Free access to Uprise, our Employee Assistance Program including coaching and counselling sessions.  
• Learning and Development Opportunities  
• Access to a network of creatives and professionals that will allow you to learn and grow in your career 

How to apply 

• Submit your application and see the full position description at our website: https://rising.melbourne/jobs#producer
• The closing date for applications is 5pm Friday 29 November 2024.   Please note: Close date is subject to change, as RISING is keen to interview early and may fill the position if we find the right candidate. We recommend submitting ASAP
• Please include your resume and 1-page cover letter addressing the key selection criteria in your application
• If you have access requirements that will cause difficulty applying online and you need assistance, please call 03 9662 4242, Monday to Friday, between 9AM–5PM. We are only able to respond to accessibility enquiries at this number, for all other queries please email jobs@rising.melbourne

RISING is a festival aspiring to be a cultural leader in inclusion and accessibility. We want our organisation and program to be a true reflection of our city, representing people with a variety of skillsets and life experiences, cultures and backgrounds. We encourage applications from First Nations people, those who are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who are LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent people, people who have a disability and/or who are d/Deaf