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Director of Production - Orchestra VictoriaAdd expected salary to your profile for insightsOrchestra Victoria is one of only two specialist opera and ballet orchestras in Australia and is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Australian Ballet. The Director of Production is a full-time position and is the lead role of the companys Production Department. Supervising a team of contract and casual staff this position is diverse and requires in-depth orchestral production skills and management experience. The position is based in Melbourne and may require travel within Australia.To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter addressing the preferred skills & experience.Salary Range: $95,000 - $115,000 AUDIf you have any questions about the role, you may contact Jacinta Ewers, Chief Executive Officer.Applications open on Wednesday 25 Juneand close on Friday 25 Julyat 5pm AESTPositionDescriptionOrchestra VictoriaOrchestra Victoria is one of two specialist opera and ballet orchestras in Australia. Established in 1969 as theElizabethan Melbourne Orchestra, Orchestra Victoria is the performance partner of The Australian Ballet, OperaAustralia and Victorian Opera. The Company performs regularly in the State Theatre and other professionalvenues in Melbourne, Victoria, and from time to time performs interstate with its national performance partners.Beyond its activities in the theatre pit, Orchestra Victoria also presents concerts, and education works DoPs inmetropolitan and regional Victoria. Orchestra Victoria has performed in partnership with The Australian Ballet forover 40 years. In 2014 Orchestra Victoria became a wholly owned subsidiary of The Australian Ballet.Orchestra Victorias administrative offices are located at 7 Blackwood Street, North MelbourneRole overviewThe Director of Production is responsible for leading, and ensuring best practice for, the operations, productionand planning functions of Orchestra Victoria, at the direction of the Orchestras Chief Executive Officer (CEO).The position supervises a team of staff, including the orchestras librarian.The position is based in Melbourne and may require travel within Australia. Hours of work are varied toaccommodate the performance schedule of the Company and may include some work on weekends and in theevenings.KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:Significant experience in the orchestral sector, extensive experience in arts management, preferablyorchestral operations and/or production.Relevant tertiary qualifications an advantage;Extensive operations, production or event management experience;Demonstrated experience in developing and managing budgets;Experience managing personnel, particularly technical and/or artistic staff;Demonstrated continuous-improvement and customer-focused approach in the delivery of services;Excellent time management skills, with an eye for detail, and IT competence, including advancedPREFERRED SKILLS/ATTRIBUTESProactive, problem-solving management approaches;Exceptional interpersonal and organisational skills;An ability to work collaboratively in a consultative environment;Integrity, diplomacy, and a sense of humour;Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as required.ORGANISATIONAL VALUES:Openness | Artistry | ImpactUnlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchTo help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsConverged Technology2d agoInstrumental Music TutorHume Anglican Grammar14d agoOffice AssistantVERY VERY COOL PTY LTD3d agoResearching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr