Date: 11 Feb 2025
Location: Auckland Wide, NZ, 1010
Company: Auckland Council
Bring your love for live performance and events and your superb organisational skills together at Auckland Live as part of the team that creates and collaborate to deliver events and programmes to enrich the cultural life of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland
He angitūtanga: The opportunity:
Auckland Live are the trusted leaders in performing arts, culture, entertainment, and events, investing in and fostering the connections between our communities and creating memories that last a lifetime. Auckland Live is New Zealand's only major performing arts centre, underpinned by a commercial conventions business arm. We are a part of Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, New Zealand's largest producer of cultural, entertainment, sporting and wildlife experiences, whose work touches the lives of all Aucklanders and visitors to the region.
As custodian to some of the most iconic venues in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland including The Civic, Aotea Centre, Auckland Town Hall, Bruce Mason Centre, Queens Wharf, and Aotea Square, Auckland Live is the home of performing arts and entertainment in Auckland. We present the best of national and international performing arts and entertainment, as well as a range of community-focused programmes that contribute to Auckland being a culturally vibrant city for all.
As a Producer at Auckland Live you’ll be at the centre of the action, playing a key role in delivering a diverse range of performing arts events. You’ll work with artists, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure seamless event execution while supporting cultural diversity and business goals. If you are the kind of person who thrives on engaging with artists from both community and professional backgrounds, who enjoys the challenge of having multiple projects on the go and who can keep their cool under pressure, then we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Planning and delivery of events and programmes through a detailed event end to end process.
- Coordinating marketing, audience development, and publicity requirements of projects and events.
- Managing contracts, budgets, and financial reporting
- Providing manaakitanga and building strong relationships with artists, partners, and stakeholders
He kōrero mōu: About you
You’re an experienced arts Producer with strong project management skills who is passionate about turning ideas into reality and is a positive team player. You excel at juggling multiple tasks, fostering relationships, and navigating complex projects with a solutions-focused mindset. Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following;
- Strong knowledge of New Zealand’s creative and performing arts sector
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience managing contracts, budgets, and event logistics
- Flexible to work evenings and wBudeekends
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
You'll be joining a team of dedicated and respected experts working collaboratively across the region to contribute to Auckland's growth and development. We are committed to diversity and have a culture built on trust and valuing individual and collective contributions. In addition, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you'll gain access to many benefits and discounts, including discounted financial services and insurance, Auckland Art Gallery membership, entertainment, lifestyle discounts and more.
So, if you’re ready to make a difference and showcase and extend your creativity as part of your daily role then we’d love for you to apply with a CV and cover letter, stating what excites you about this role and what skills and experience you feel will allow you to succeed in this opportunity.
Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Tātaki Auckland Unlimited terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Tātaki Auckland Unlimited terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Unlimited terms and conditions.
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
