Senior Producer

Griffin is seeking a skilled and dedicated Senior Producer to lead the planning, programming, and delivery of Griffin’s Main Season productions.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Senior Producer (full time)

Reporting to: Executive Director

Manages: Associate Producer

Base Salary Range: $85,000 – $95,000 plus superannuation

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

Griffin’s Senior Producer is responsible for delivering Griffin’s Main Season productions, as well as shaping the creative direction of Griffin in collaboration with the Artistic and Executive Teams. The Senior Producer plays a crucial role in the planning, scheduling, programming, and artistic vision of Griffin’s annual season, and the pipeline of new work that feeds into it each year.

Griffin’s national profile is also an area of focus for the Senior Producer who will work with the Artistic Director and Executive Director on initiatives including but not limited to touring and strategic partnerships.

The Senior Producer reports to the Executive Director, and works closely with the Executive team (Artistic Director, Executive Director and General Manager). The Senior Producer also works with other heads of departments, and manages the Associate Producer.

KEY OBJECTIVES

• Develop and produce the artistic program of the Company as agreed with the Artistic Director and Executive Director, overseeing key aspects of delivery including planning, auditions, script development, budgeting, scheduling and delivery, and aspects of the program as it intersects with partnerships, marketing and fundraising
• In collaboration with the Artistic Team, provide leadership on best practice engagement of artists and creative processes in the development and production of new work – with relevant programs, protocols, and procedures developed as required
• Undertake specific operational and strategic projects as directed by the Executive Director, with a particular focus on Griffin’s national profile
• Participate as part of a team, specifically performing a leadership role to effectively plan and deliver sustainable seasons of the Company’s activities

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Minimum three years’ experience in a producing role in the arts or similar creative industry
• Demonstrated understanding of creative processes and ability to work with creatives in realising artistic vision
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex and/or high-stakes projects involving multiple deadlines, budgets and stakeholder relationships, and an ability to prioritise and to remain calm under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Exceptional administrative and organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to create and adhere to systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills for database use and maintenance, email, Microsoft Office suite

TO APPLY

Applicants are strongly encouraged to read the full position description 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 SENIOR PRODUCER in the subject line by midnight on Sunday 4 May 2025 to jobs@griffintheatre.com.au. 

If you would like to discuss the position in more detail, please contact Julieanne Campbell, Executive Director by email on julieanne@griffintheatre.com.au