Production Manager

Griffin is seeking a skilled and dedicated Production Manager to drive the planning, budgeting, and execution of Griffin’s Main Season productions.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Production Manager

Reporting to: General Manager

Base Salary: $80,000-$85,000 per annum plus superannuation. Relocation allowance considered for successful candidate.

WHO WE ARE

Griffin Theatre Company is Australia’s only theatre company solely dedicated to developing and staging Australian plays. Founded in 1979, we are one of the great engine rooms of Australian theatre. We have shaped and platformed the narratives that help us know who we are as a nation, where we’ve been and who we want to become.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Working closely with the Production and Technical Coordinator and General Manager, Griffin’s Production Manager is responsible for delivering the production requirements of all Griffin’s Main Season productions and development projects, supporting independent/external producers and jointly overseeing the operations and maintenance requirements of the company’s venues. This is a unique opportunity to develop and grow skills working on outstanding new Australian plays in both a leadership and hands-on role.

KEY DUTIES

• Manage the planning, manufacture and delivery of all Griffin’s production requirements.
• Manage the production budgets in liaison with the General Manager and Executive Director.
• Participate as part of a team, specifically performing a leadership role in the delivery of all Griffin productions.
• Provide production support and guidance to independent and external producers and artists, as directed.
• Contribute to making Griffin activities and operations more environmentally sustainable.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Demonstrated experience in production management for a performing arts company or venue.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects involving multiple deadlines, budgets and stakeholders, and an ability to prioritise and to remain calm under pressure.
• An empathy and understanding of the artistic process together with the ability to work with creatives to realise their vision.
• Proven high level communication skills (written and verbal), in particular excellent attention to detail, strong negotiation and relationship building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, support and manage staff and service providers.
• Knowledge of CAD/Vectorworks, QLab, Microsoft Office and other software essential to the delivery of staged works.
• Knowledge of and commitment to Workplace Health and Safety in an arts environment.
• A current Australian driver license.

TO APPLY

Applicants are strongly encouraged to read the full position description and job pack available at griffintheatre.com.au

Applicants should submit the following:

• A written application (no more than 3 pages) or video (no more than 5 minutes) addressing the Selection Criteria
• A current CV and contact details of 3 referees.

Applications should be emailed with PRODUCTION MANAGER in the subject line by 5pm on Monday 10 March to jobs@griffintheatre.com.au

If you would like to discuss the position in more detail, please contact Khym Scott, General Manager by email on khym@griffintheatre.com.au