About NAISDA

In 2026 we are celebrating our 50th year, marking five decades of shaping Strong Lives, Vibrant Communities and Creative Futures through dance and performing arts education.

We are a national organisation with students training on campus from communities across Australia. Our unique curriculum delivers exceptional results. Our graduates are recognised nationally and internationally for their artistic excellence, cultural leadership and professional achievement.

NAISDA is one of eight national arts training organisations, and plays a critical role in shaping world-class Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, talent and innovation.

The Role

Will deliver the recent Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services and inspire the next generation of industry professionals. As a Senior Trainer Production, you will play a pivotal role in bringing this dynamic course to life; combining your industry expertise with your passion for developing emerging talent.

What You’ll Bring

- Demonstrated understanding of the contemporary issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the impact these issues have on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, societies and culture

- Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

- Significant experience working in a range of live production departments in the creative arts industry

- Advanced production,



stage and technical skills for a range of live production departments

- Proven training expertise in a production environment

- Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Ability to take initiative and meet deadlines

- Eligibility to work in Australia on a permanent basis

- Current NSW Drivers licence

- Intermediate MS Office skills

- Willingness to work outside of standard work hours when required

- Eligibility to work in Australia on a permanent basis

Why You Should Join NAISDA

- Purpose-led work contributing to First Nations self-determination

- Culturally safe and creative workplace with staff health and wellbeing program

- Flexible workplace with paid parental leave, extra annual and cultural leave

- Formalised professional and cultural development and training

- Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families

First Nations peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.

At NAISDA, we work together to shape Strong Lives, Vibrant Communities and Creative Futures, grounded in culture, connection and care. Every voice contributes to carrying our vision, purpose and values forward.

Apply Now

If you would like to contribute to our work, don’t miss out, submit your application including a cover letter through the button above.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.

This role will require a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.

📌 Senior Trainer Production (Kariong)
🏢 NAISDA Dance College
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