Clerk Grade 3/4

$87,199 - $95,482 + Superannuation and leave loading

Fixed Term Full time (up to 4 years)

The Rights & Permissions Officer will support copyright research, permissions and licensing activities across a diverse range of programs and projects. This role combines research, problem-solving and relationship management.

You will support copyright research and clearance activities across exhibitions, publications, digital platforms and other Powerhouse projects.

Our ideal candidate will be curious about culture, the arts, and how creative and cultural material is shared with audiences. You will appreciate copyright and legal rights in a cultural institution and be comfortable working with the legal and ethical considerations involved in cultural collections and creative material.

About Powerhouse

Powerhouse Museum is located at the intersection of arts, design, science, and technology and plays a critical role in engaging communities with contemporary ideas and issues.



It is the custodian of more than half a million objects of national and international significance and is considered one of the finest and most diverse collections in Australia. We are undertaking a landmark $1.3 billion infrastructure renewal program, led by the creation of Powerhouse Parramatta; expanded research and public facilities at Powerhouse Castle Hill; the heritage revitalisation of the iconic Powerhouse Ultimo; and the ongoing operation of Sydney Observatory.

Role Description

Candidate Guide

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBT+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and veterans.

📌 Rights and Permissions Officer (Sydney)
🏢 Powerhouse
📍 Sydney