EMERGING CREATIVE PRODUCER
at Northern Rivers Performing Arts Inc (NORPA) - Regional NSW
NORPA is a vital and active regional theatre company based in Lismore, Northern NSW. Through a new Australia Council initiative ‘Opportunities for Young Artists’ (OYEA) we are seeking an Emerging Creative Producer for a two year contract. The Emerging Creative Producer will: * provide event management and administrative support for creative development residencies and projects through NORPA Generator * facilitate the provision of educational and creative opportunities for local artists of diverse backgrounds to further develop their work * develop and maintain industry and community connections and maximise effective use of local resources and * create their own event / performance work as part of the NORPA Artistic Program
This unique new position, available to applicants under 30, is suitable for artists who want to develop their own work in their chosen field or producers who want to support and develop exciting new projects in theatre/dance/visual or new media artforms.
NORPA’s Emerging Creative Producer will develop strong industry links within Australia and have the opportunity to travel overseas to further develop your professional practice.
Applications should show that you have: * Experience in: – event management, project management and/or stage management experience within the performing arts or related discipline – lighting, sound and multimedia design and/or operation – production experience with a desire to learn more about producing – creating your own work / event
* Ability to: – liaise effectively with stakeholders and artists from a broad range of backgrounds – listen to artists needs and create the right working conditions for all participants – understand and maintain budgeting and financial control mechanisms – lead a small team in the delivery of specified projects * Effective resource planning and co-ordinaton skills * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * High level computer skillsPlease provide a statement that describes your vision for your particular art form or field of interest.
Obtain a copy of the position description from manager@norpa.org.au before submitting your application.
Applications must arrive by 5pm on Thursday 9 April 2009.