Teacher of Live Production

Tafe Nsw; Sydney; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

TAFE NSW in Sydney is seeking a Teacher of Live Production to deliver Technical Live Production training across campuses, including Nirimba, Ultimo, Eora and Enmore. The role requires advanced entertainment lighting skills and a Diploma in Live Production, with a teaching qualification for VET.

You will be based at Quakers Hill and participate in delivery at other metropolitan centres, supporting graduates and industry outcomes. WWCC checks apply.

Qualifications

• Diploma level or higher in Live Production from a recognised provider.
• Minimum five years post-qualification industry experience in relevant live production.
• Evidence of the required VET teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Technical Live Production training across multiple campuses.
• Based at Quakers Hill with regular delivery at Nirimba, Ultimo, Eora and Enmore campuses.
• Maintain industry currency and trainer/assessor competence.

Skills

Entertainment lighting

Lighting control systems

Lighting rigging

Networks and system configuration

Education

Diploma level or higher in Live Production

Job description

Teacher of Live Production

$111,798 – $132,585 salary package - includes base salary ($98,499 – $116,813), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading paid pro-rata

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish.

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer First, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and flexible working options.

About the role

TAFE NSW has developed the delivery of Technical Live Production training in recent years with delivery in the Sydney region at Nirimba (Quakers Hill), Ultimo, Eora (Redfern) and Enmore campuses. Growth in delivery of these products and favourable employment outcomes for graduates has resulted in the need to expand our pool of teachers with current and high-level entertainment industry, live production lighting skills that embrace theatre, rock and corporate environments. The successful applicant would be based at Quakers Hill campus but participate in delivery at the other metropolitan centres on a regular basis.

About You

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate advanced skills in entertainment lighting, including lighting control systems across multiple platforms, lighting rigging, networks and system configuration. You will also have sound knowledge of vision and audio systems, live production technologies and industry business practices, with experience working at a level consistent with professional live entertainment environments.

Lighting design experience is desirable but not essential.

We would love to hear from you if you can meet the following essential requirements:

• Hold a Diploma level or higher qualification in Live Production, from a recognised education provider.
• Have a minimum of five years post-qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
• Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
• Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

Additional Information

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries

Contact Kate Pickett, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at ************@tafensw.edu.au

Role-specific enquiries

Contact Andy Jenkinson, Head Teacher Media and Music via email at **************@tafensw.edu.au

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

Interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students but don’t yet hold a TAE qualification? Speak with your Talent Acquisition Advisor about pathways to teaching or register your interest here.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.