Assistant Producer, Tarnanthi

Department of the Premier and Cabinet; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA) invites applications for the Assistant Producer, Tarnanthi. The role focuses on coordinating event logistics for the Tarnanthi Art Fair, building relationships with First Nations artists and communities, and supporting the Producer to ensure successful festival delivery.

AGSA acknowledges Kaurna land. Some interstate travel and after-hours work may be required, and a National Criminal History check will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent is a requirement.
• National Criminal History check is required.
• Class C driver's license is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event logistics for Tarnanthi Art Fair and related activities.
• Support the Producer in planning and delivering the Tarnanthi Festival.

Job description

About the Business - Art Gallery of South Australia

The Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA) was founded in 1881 and its vision is to be the most inspiring art destination in Australia. Its purpose is to serve the community by transforming the lives of artist and audiences, achieving this through its worldrenowned art collection, gallery building, exhibitions, festivals and events, for current and future generations. AGSA presents a dynamic program of temporary exhibitions, pillar exhibitions of international and Australian art and three flagship offerings being the Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art, Tarnanthi Festival of Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, and the Ramsay Art Prize. The AGSA collection comprises more than 48,000 works of art spanning two millennia and embracing all art forms. The collection exists for our audiences to comprehend the past, to navigate the present, and as a potent avenue to imagine the future. Placing art, artists and audiences at the very heart of who we are guides AGSAs artistic and public programs. AGSA contributes positively to cultural cohesion, social wellbeing, creativity, engaged citizenship and the economic life in South Australia.

Role Highlights

• Lead the delivery of the Tarnanthi Art Fair
• Build partnerships with First Nations artists and communities
• Contribute to impactful cultural experiences

Role Details

Tarnanthi Festival of Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art (Tarnanthi) is Australia's leading contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art festival, celebrating the strength, creativity and cultural leadership of First Nations artists from across the country. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person to coordinate event logistics for the biennial Tarnanthi Art Fair as part of Tarnanthi. The Assistant Producer, Tarnanthi will work closely with artists, art centres and communities across Australia, building meaningful relationships and creating lasting engagements. The Assistant Producer, Tarnanthi will also provide support to the Producer, Tarnanthi in the lead up to the successful delivery of the Festival.

AGSA Kaurna yartangka yuwanthi. AGSA stands on Kaurna land.

Special Conditions

• In accordance with Section 52(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA), applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
• Some interstate travel involving overnight absences may be required.
• This role requires a National Criminal History check.
• Class C driver's license is desirable.

Classification

ASO5 - Administrative Services Officer

Salary Range

$92,122 - $102,456 p.a.

Duration

Up to 24 months

Enquiries

Enquiries to Tansy Curtin Phone: [phone] Email: [emailprotected]