Join our Performing Arts team to manage programs and venues seamlessly. Be a pivotal player in creativity.
1. Lead the charge in managing programs and venues in our Performing Arts Department.
2. Engage with diverse stakeholders to ensure exceptional program and venue management contributing to a dynamic campus environment.
3. UOM 6 - $92,749 - $100,397 p.a.17% super, and benefits.
About the Role
As part of the University of Melbourne's newly formed Performing Arts Department under the Global Culture and Engagement Portfolio, you'll be instrumental in ensuring seamless program and venue management. Reporting to the Manager, Performing Arts Programs, you'll collaborate with various stakeholders – from University faculties to external partners – to facilitate a diverse lineup of events and activities at Market Hall and the Amphitheatre. Your responsibilities also extend to providing crucial administrative support to the Director of the Performing Arts Department. Be at the heart of an exciting journey in the arts and academia.
Your responsibilities will include:
4. Driving daily operations, bookings and and programs within Market Hall,and the Amphitheatre with a focus on continuous improvement
5. Managing venue inquiries, coordinating event schedules and bookings
6. Offering guidance and training as needed for student and external events, ensuring compliance with venue hiring terms, safety protocols, and occupational health and safety guidelines.
7. Developing and maintaining reporting and data relating to Market Hall and Amphitheatre usage.
Who We Are Looking For
Bring your expertise in scheduling, event coordination, and operations management to a dynamic environment with diverse stakeholders. Leverage your exceptional organisational and time management talents to thrive under pressure, master task prioritisation, and navigate competing demands seamlessly. Your advanced communication skills, both written and verbal, coupled with your proactive approach, will empower you to take ownership and excel in your designated responsibilities independently.
You will also have:
8. Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combinationof relevant experience and education/training.
9. Proven expertise in fast-paced customer service, especially within a university student experience setting, preferred.
10. Advanced proficiency in keyboard skills and standard computer applications, with a focus on Microsoft 365 suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint).
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – Performing Arts Department
The University of Melbourne has endorsed a vision to strengthen and position its performing arts activities under the umbrella of the Cultural Commons strategy to enhance the student experience and its reputation as a foundational leader in arts and culture locally, nationally, and internationally. The Performing Arts Department is a newly created department to oversee the management and programming of the recently opened Arts and Culture building. housing the Union Theatre (398-seat proscenium arch theatre), Guild Theatre (102-seat ‘black box’ theatre, the repurposed event/performance space Market Hall and the outdoor amphitheatre for up to 1000 people.
What We Offer You! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out page!
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
11. Resume
12. Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact the Professional Talent Acquisition Team via email at, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
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