Join a progressive Council that has a reputation for dynamic award-winning events

Be Part of Something Special Burwood has a vibrant community, and a dynamic arts and cultural scene supported by a thriving business and retail centre with a strong and exciting future. Our events bring people together and create unique, memorable experiences.

As Sydney’ s cultural playground, our rich community enjoys well designed public spaces, inclusive and vibrant cultural events, intriguing laneways, impressive public art and an enviable restaurant and cafe scene.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a qualified and experienced arts and cultural professional to join our innovative Community and Culture team.

If you are passionate about public art, creating memorable cultural experiences, building community and want to help shape Burwood’s future, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Position: As the Arts and Cultural Producer, you will be responsible to help drive Council's vibrant arts, cultural and events program, contributing to the successful delivery of creative projects and events that strengthen community connection, cultural participation, vibrant places and destination outcomes for the city

Working alongside a passionate team of creative producers, you will bring to life a diverse range of arts and cultural projects, exhibitions, public programs, and activations that strengthen community connection, cultural participation, and cement Burwood as a premier cultural destination. To perform this role effectively, the successful applicant must have:

Tertiary qualifications in Arts Administration, Event Management,



Project Management or a related discipline, and/or equivalent demonstrated work experience in a similar role

Proven experience in planning, coordinating and delivering community events, festivals, or arts and cultural programs, preferably in a local government context

Expertise in the coordination and engagement of artists, creative practitioners, or key arts and cultural partners for events, festivals, and arts and cultural programming

Hands on experience in event/arts and cultural programming production operations, including logistics, site planning, contractor coordination, onsite event delivery

Exceptional organisational, project management skills with an ability to communicate and negotiate at all levels of management, with internal and external stakeholders, contractors, and staff

Availability to work out of hours and on weekends as required.

Key Requirements:

Willingness to complete a National Police History Check

Willingness to complete a pre-employment health assessment

Current NSW Driver's Licence

Current Working with Children Check

Access to flexible working arrangements

Health & Wellbeing initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, access to fitness passport)

Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

At Burwood Council we celebrate diversity, value inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We are committed to creating an environment where every member of our team feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute their unique skills and talents for a better Burwood.

In serving our community, we are also proud to be a child protected organisation.

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