About Geelong Arts Centre
The position of Music Programmer has become available within our organization.
We are seeking an experienced professional to drive the growth and financial success of live music and other performance programming and hiring across all venues. This includes building relationships with artists, promoters, and commercial clients, while also supporting the development of emerging and local talent, particularly in live music.
This role will manage and oversee all aspects of venue operations and programming delivery from end to end. The successful candidate will have a strong focus on sales, partnerships, and venue utilisation, ensuring seamless coordination across bookings, contract negotiation, event planning, budget management, and event settlement.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drive the growth and financial success of live music and other performance programming
* Build relationships with artists, promoters, and commercial clients
* Manage and oversee venue operations and programming delivery
Requirements:
* Extensive experience (5+ years) in venue or event bookings, commercial producing, programming, and the live music industry
* Strong industry networks and established relationships with agents, promoters, and touring artists
* Art-form specialisation ideally in contemporary music, as well as a broad knowledge and understanding across the performing arts
Benefits:
* Flexibility in working hours to support daytime, evening, and weekend work
* A dynamic and inclusive work environment
* Ongoing professional development opportunities