Dynamic Theatre Venue Manager: Operations, Sales & Events

Fitzroy St Theatre; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitzroy Street Theatre in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Venue Manager to lead day-to-day operations, drive bookings and ensure high standards across events, ticketing and customer service.

You will coordinate staff, liaise with producers and suppliers, manage budgets and safety, and deliver an outstanding experience for artists and audiences.

This hands-on role suits a commercially minded professional who thrives in a fast-paced live entertainment environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in venue management or live entertainment.
• Strong sales, negotiation and client relationship skills.
• Excellent organisational and leadership abilities.
• Comfort working evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of Fitzroy Street Theatre.
• Coordinate venue access, rehearsals, performances, events, bump-ins and bump-outs.
• Manage venue schedules, bookings and operational calendars.
• Liaise with hirers, producers, production teams, artists, contractors and suppliers.
• Oversee ticketing setup and management for venue events where required.
• Monitor sales performance and provide relevant reporting to management and producers.

Skills

Venue management

Sales

Negotiation

Staff management

Customer service

Tools

Ticketing systems

Event software

Job description

Fitzroy Street Theatre in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Venue Manager to lead day-to-day operations, drive bookings and ensure high standards across events, ticketing and customer service.

You will coordinate staff, liaise with producers and suppliers, manage budgets and safety, and deliver an outstanding experience for artists and audiences.

This hands-on role suits a commercially minded professional who thrives in a fast-paced live entertainment environment.