Job Status: Full Time, Temporary (7 Months) OR Talent Pool for Future Full Time, Ongoing Opportunities

Salary: Base salary of $105,855 per annum plus 12% Superannuation Contributions

Applications Close:Tuesday 25th August 2026 at 11:55pm

Role Enquires: ***********@sydneyoperahouse.com

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An organisation where diversity of thought and experience is valued, supported and respected.

THE HOUSE

The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. A globally recognised icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination, it’s one of the world’s busiest performing arts centres, the nation’s premier tourism destination and a World Heritage masterpiece that belongs to the people of NSW. Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera House’s future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community.

The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder – on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted, empowered and entertained. As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-2026, our ambition is to be Everyone’s House. To make this real, we are focused on four themes that underpin our organisational values (Creativity, Courage, Inclusivity, Integrity, Collaboration and Care):

- Everyone feels welcome here.
- We better understand and connect with the community.
- We are future ready.
- We lead and inspire positive change.

For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to our website.

The Producer, Contemporary Performance is responsible for the effective management and presentation of projects that are part of the Contemporary Performance Program. Working to the direction of the Head of Contemporary Performance, the producer will manage projects through to their successful completion including generating business cases, budgets, modelling revenue options,



negotiating financial arrangements and contracts and working in close collaboration with the array of internal and external stakeholders involved.

Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description

ARE YOU THE ONE?

To be successful in this role you will have:

A minimum of 5 years of experience in delivering or collaborating to a high-level on a program of arts projects.

Sound knowledge of the contemporary performance and broader arts programming space, including but not limited to relevant artists, companies, genres, trends, arts festivals, venues, arts centres, arts companies and artists, both nationally and internationally

Proven ability to successfully lead multi‑layered projects in a complex stakeholder environment

Proven ability and experience in developing and implementing project business cases and project budgets including modelling and optimising revenue

Experience working collaboratively with marketing and publicity staff to achieve successful artistic and commercial outcomes

THE PERKS

The Sydney Opera House give you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:

- 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden.
- 5 weeks’ annual leave for all ongoing and temporary staff.
- Access to salary packaging and discounted health insurance.
- Access to a range of career development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
- Staff community groups like SOH Pride, First Nations Staff Network, Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (SEALs) and more.
- Fitness Passport and complimentary wellbeing programs including pilates, yoga, circuit classes,



physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
- Working for an organisation with a 6 Star Green Star performance rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
- Working for an organisation committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the world’s first arts organisation to join the UN’s Global Compact, an international sustainability initiative designed to build a better future for us all.
- Complimentary tickets to shows.
- And many more!

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisation welcomes you for who you are – as you are. So if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact us as ***********@sydneyoperahouse.com to discuss. Even if you think you’d be a great fit, but don’t necessarily tick every box in the role description, please get in touch.

NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY?

We know flexibility means different things to different people, so let us know how we can support you to be your best.

To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job, it remains strictly confidential and applicants will be informed of the result.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy and Plan.

Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.

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📌 Producer Contemporary Performance (New South Wales)
🏢 Sydney Opera House
📍 New South Wales