Work with one of the world’s leading ballet companies
At The Australian Ballet we strive to maintain a stimulating working environment for our large and varied team of highly trained professionals, which includes dancers, musicians, several artistic teams, medical personnel and expert wardrobe and production staff. As well as our artistic operations, our corporate services teams include finance, human resources, marketing and fundraising teams.
We work together to achieve excellence on and off the stage. We share a common goal and measure of success – extraordinarily vibrant and successful performances that care for tradition but dare to be different.
Current opportunities
Positions Vacant
Head of Digital
We're on the look out for a digital marketing leader, who will bring their passion, drive and experience to evolve a world-class digital offering and grow the loyalty and engagement of The Australian Ballet's customer base.
Think this might be you, please view the position description.
Please submit you Cover Letter and Resume, along with your salary expectations at jointheteam@australianballet.com.au.
Head of Marketing Communications - Maternity Leave Cover
Our Head of Marketing Communications is responsible for developing and activating intergrated marketing campaigns that support our company in driving growth and engagement, attracting new audiences and achieving its commerical revenue goals.
This position is based in Melbourne and is for a 12 months fixed term contract.
If you're interested and which to learn more, please have a read of the position description.
If you're interested please submit your Cover Letter, Resume, along with your salary expectations by 30 April 2021 at jointheteam@australianballet.com.au.
Artistic Planning Coordinator - Maternity Leave Cover
We're looking for an experienced arts administrator to join our team on a 12 month Maternity Leave cover contract. The Artistic Planning Coordinator is responsible for the planning and scheduling of future seasons and assisting with artistic contract negotiations and preparations. This role is full time and based in Melbourne.
To learn more about the role view the postion description.
Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume, along with your salary expectations at jointheteam@australianballet.com.au.
Ticketing Operations Manager
A great opportunity has become available to join our Customer Experience and Ticketing team as the Ticketing Operations Manager with us. This role is responsible for the technical administration of box office functions in The Australian Ballet’s Ticketing & CRM system, including event building and maintenance, pricing administration, financial reconciliation, and database optimisation.
To learn more about the opportunity view the position description.
If this role sounds like your next move, please submit your Cover Letter and Resume with your application at jointheteam@australianballet.com.au.
Cleaner - 2 Positions Available - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
A great opportunity has become available for an experienced commercial cleaner to join our team on a 12 month contract. As a member of the Building Services team, you are responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of The Primrose Potter Australian Ballet Centre and our adjoining carpark. The role follows a daily cleaning schedule and includes an element of manual handling relating to floor cleaning equipment, chemical solutions and cleaning materials.
To apply, please click here. To learn more about the opportunity, you may view the Position Description.
First Nations Education Cadets
We are on the look out for two First Nation Education Cadets that are able to join us for a 12 week block from July. This is best suited to graduates who are keen to have a touring experience.
All costs for touring are covered, you will be well supported, given clear goals and mentored within the Education and Outreach team with access to practical support through our medical team.
These roles are for artists that are considering making a career, working in the community as a teaching artist, and the focus is very much on pedagogy, working in a diverse environment and practicing choreographic craft within community.
Applicants are not required to have advanced ballet technique but a strong dance training is advantageous as well as bringing a confident perspective to our work in embedding more inclusive Indigenous world views into our pedagogies.
We are happy to set up a zoom or call with anyone that is considering this opportunity.
Find out about the experience from last year’s Cadets here!
Applicants need to submit a short technical dance video of class and a performance (max 4 mins), a CV and a cover letter outlining why this experience would be valuable and what you can bring. Please submit this to katymc@australianballet.com.au
Casual Dance Educators
The Australian Ballet’s innovative dance education program is seeking expressions of interest for Casual Dance Educators. The Australian Ballet's Education and Outreach programs include workshops for primary and secondary students, creative residencies and performances in schools. The Education team also deliver Teacher Professional Development (designed for generalist and specialist teachers) across Australia.
We’re looking for dancers with a comprehensive background in a high standard of classical and contemporary technique, a high level of fitness, performance experience and an ability to work to a high standard representing Australia’s National Company.
You must have excellent communication skills, teaching experience and a strong desire to learn to teach the company education content. A full driving licence would be preferred.
Candidates should be based in Melbourne, touring may be required by negotiation.
What is TAB Education? See our programs in action here.
Click here for the job ad. To learn more about the opportunity read the position description.
For all enquiries about the position or your application please contact Katy McKeown at katymc@australianballet.com.au.
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Orchestra Victoria positions
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Work experience
Due to the impacts of Covid-19, all work experience placements will be put on hold until further notice.
