Venue & Programming Lead

usyd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music at the University of Sydney invites applications for a Full-time Continuing Venue and Programming Manager. This role oversees daily administration of SCM rooms and performance venues, coordinating with staff, performers and external partners to deliver events and programs.

You will manage budgets, invoicing, and payments to contractors, build relationships with stakeholders, and ensure sound technical operations and WHS compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in venue management and event delivery.
• Degree in business administration or Arts, or equivalent arts administration experience.
• Experience designing and delivering artistic programs in a theatrical or concert environment.
• Ability to identify and develop relationships with potential users and hirers of the venue.
• Understanding of audiences and how to build repeat visitation and community presence.
• Experience developing event schedules, coordinating performers and managing technical aspects of events.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Experience in financial management including budgeting and invoicing.
• Understanding of sound systems, IT infrastructure and event technology.
• A driver's licence would be preferable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of daily administration activities and services, guiding colleagues and providing proactive administrative support to staff, students, clients and visitors.
• Develop opportunities with key stakeholders, arts organisations and performers to program activations and performances in the venue.
• Coordinate communication and liaison with University staff and external stakeholders such as performers and clients.
• Work with Conservatorium staff to program masterclasses, VIP events, recitals and community engagement in the space.
• Provide sound policy and procedural advice to stakeholders.
• Foster collaborations and resolve problems related to the work area.
• Collaborate with SCM Parramatta technical team and maintain user guides for venue systems.
• Identify opportunities for event marketing materials and digital signage.

Skills

Venue management

Event delivery

Stage management

Concert production

Technical theatre

WHS delivery

FOH management

Driver's license

Education

Tertiary qualification in business administration or Arts

Job description

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music at the University of Sydney invites applications for a Full-time Continuing Venue and Programming Manager. This role oversees daily administration of SCM rooms and performance venues, coordinating with staff, performers and external partners to deliver events and programs.

You will manage budgets, invoicing, and payments to contractors, build relationships with stakeholders, and ensure sound technical operations and WHS compliance.