Assistant Programmer/Programmer (Community)

The Esplanade Co Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Esplanade Co Ltd in Singapore seeks an entry-level programmer to plan, present and support Malay cultural programmes. You will be exposed to all aspects of programming, learning on the job from senior teammates, and will handle planning, budgeting, artist liaison, and festival administration to support the centre’s national arts agenda.

Responsibilities include coordinating programmes, negotiating artist contracts, and collaborating with Marketing and Relations teams for publicity and

Qualifications

• Degree holder, or training from a recognised institution in arts management, stage management, theatre production or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Some form of training in the arts including Malay dance, theatre and music.
• At least 1-3 years’ working experience in or related to the arts or event management.
• Good organisational ability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of accounting, a high-level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and knowledge of the arts industry in general are assets.
• Able to work irregular working hours and "hands-on" work will be necessary.
• Entertaining and attendance at events.

Responsibilities

• With guidance, plan, implement and manage arts programmes and presentations including propose, manage and coordinate arts programmes.
• Assist in planning, proposing, tracking and managing respective budgets, as well as the return on expenditure and attendances.
• Negotiate with and contract artists, community groups and/or companies for the respective programmes.
• Work with Marketing and Relationship Management teams with regards to publicity, marketing and sponsorship plans and opportunities.
• Liaise with artists and relevant internal departments to ensure smooth implementation and execution of programmes.
• Assess and review impact of arts programmes implemented.
• Keep informed and abreast of developments and events in the local and international performing arts scenes.
• Support the department in event and festival administration for all free programmes and festivals as assigned including scheduling, managing central festival schedule for photographers and videographers, approvals for Contracts for Services and reporting to assist festival producers in compiling and analysing festival statistics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Excel proficiency

Arts management basics

Education

Arts management / theatre production degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Esplanade’s vision is to be a performing arts centre for everyone, and it seeks to enrich the lives of its community through the arts. You will plan, present and support the administration and presentation of programmes that reflect the needs and aspirations of our multicultural and multilingual communities with guidance from senior programmers/producers.

To have an in-depth understanding of Esplanade’s Programming Philosophy, which embraces all audience and arts communities, and ensure that the activities of the centre will become an integral part of Singapore’s arts and culture scene. You will have a key role to play to ensure that the planning and execution of each programme will be of the highest quality, befitting of a national arts centre in our community, social and arts development goals.

As an entry-level programmer, you will be fully exposed to all aspects of programming work, and you are expected to learn on the job the relevant programming skills from your teammates.

There is 1 position available for Malay cultural programmes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• With guidance, plan, implement and manage arts programmes and presentations including propose, manage and coordinate arts programmes.
• Assist in planning, proposing, tracking and managing respective budgets, as well as the return on expenditure and attendances.
• Negotiate with and contract artists, community groups and/or companies for the respective programmes.
• Work with Marketing and Relationship Management teams with regards to publicity, marketing and sponsorship plans and opportunities.
• Liaise with artists and relevant internal departments to ensure smooth implementation and execution of programmes.
• Assess and review impact of arts programmes implemented.
• Keep informed and abreast of developments and events in the local and international performing arts scenes.
• Support the department in event and festival administration for all free programmes and festivals as assigned including scheduling, managing central festival schedule for photographers and videographers, approvals for Contracts for Services and reporting to assist festival producers in compiling and analysing festival statistics.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Degree holder, or training from a recognised institution in arts management, stage management, theatre production or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Some form of training in the arts including Malay dance, theatre and music.
• At least 1-3 years’ working experience in or related to the arts or event management.
• Good organisational ability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of accounting, a high-level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and knowledge of the arts industry in general are assets.
• Able to work irregular working hours and "hands-on" work will be necessary.
• Entertaining and attendance at events.

We thank you for your interest in the Esplanade. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.