Special Projects and Regional Touring Manager

• Nurture relationships with presenters including managing day-to-day liaison, program planning, tour arrangements, marketing, concert and artist requirements, and acquittals.  

• Administer the regional touring commitments.  

• In conjunction with the Director of Concerts and Communities and MVA Artistic Director, establish the annual regional touring roster of Featured Artists.  

• Liaise with artists regarding programs for regional concerts and future plans.  

• With the Marketing team, develop materials which can be issued to external presenters.  

• Develop entrepreneurial ideas for special tours and other projects, including digital, in conjunction with the Artistic Director, the Director of Concerts and Communities and other departments particularly through:  

• Seeking new presenting partners in new and existing regional touring areas;  

• Devising or consolidating diverse music offerings utilising artists from across Musica Viva Australia’s programs; and  

• Establishing new touring and funding partners.  

• Respond to requests for one-off concerts or projects in NSW including issuing contracts and itineraries.   

• With the Director of External Affairs, develop collaborations and partnerships with other cultural organisations, musicians and artists, as well as the corporate, community and government sectors, to reach new audiences.  

• Provide leadership and support to interstate teams in the planning and implementation of regional touring and special projects, as required.  

• Oversee the strategic planning, day-to-day management and ongoing development of the Janette Hamilton Studio as a high-quality rehearsal, performance and creative development space.  

• Manage the studio booking process, including internal and external enquiries, scheduling, stakeholder liaison, usage agreements and access requirements.  

• Supervise the effective operation of the studio, including presentation standards, equipment use, maintenance needs (including piano tuning) and liaison with relevant staff, contractors and service providers.  

• Ensure the studio operates in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements, including risk management, safe use of facilities and compliance with relevant organisational policies and procedures.  

• Monitor studio usage, identify opportunities for improved systems or revenue generation, and contribute to strategic planning for the space’s long-term sustainability and impact.  

General

• Maintain healthy work relationships with volunteers and other staff members.  

• Attend meetings as required.  

• Contribute to regular and ongoing quality improvement.  

• Participate in professional and performance development activities and remain up-to-date on current knowledge and skills related to the position.  

• Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and for the health and safety of anyone else who may be affected by their acts or omissions at the workplace.  

• Hold a valid Working with Children Check. Musica Viva Australia will cover the cost of obtaining or renewing the check.  

• Maintain the highest ethical standards, confidentiality and cultural awareness when dealing with others.  

• Adhere to workplace policies, procedures and systems, as amended from time to time, in particular those that address workplace health and safety, anti-discrimination, bullying and harassment and privacy.  

• Contribute to the overall well-being of the organisation and avoid participation in any activity that might be harmful to the good operation, health, or reputation of the organisation.  

• In addition to the duties outlined above, the position holder is also required to perform such other duties as may be directed, provided these are within his/her competency or training from time to time.