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Offer: Creative Producer:Job description:Job detailsOrganisation New Zealand Comedy Trust Closes 13 Jul 2022 Posted on 22 Jun 2022 Region Auckland Work type Full time employment, Fixed Term Work classification Management & Admin, Performing Arts ShareThe New Zealand Comedy Trust was established in 1995 to manage the NZ International Comedy Festival and foster the growth of comedy as a performing art and professional career in New Zealand.A celebration of comedy, the annual NZ International Comedy Festivalhas grown into one of the most lovedevents of its type in the world. A major event on the nationwide calendar, Information technology is held simultaneously over three weeks acrossAucklandand Wellington during May,with a total attendance of up to90,000 each year. As the Creative Producer, you will be part of a busy team responsible for the smooth running of the 2023 Comedy Festival.You will lead on the collaborative programming ofthe Festival and Trust events, ensuring a representative range of local, national and international quality live performance that challenges the spectrum of comedy - with the aim of presenting a Comedy Festival with a unique Aotearoa identity and world-class status. A key part of the functionis toproduce a range of shows for the NZ Comedy Trustwithin the Festival, including the Best Foods Comedy Gala, our flagship event, alongside everything from large commercial shows, to intimate late night gigs, and kids' shows. You will work closely with our broadcast partner to bring some of these live shows to audiences on TV and online.You will bring a creative approach to look at ways to showcase comedy and artists across live and digital environments. Responsibilities include programming, budgeting, relationship management, industry development, ticketing, scheduling and logistics, reporting,and production administration. You will also steer and deliver a range of artist and industry development initiatives, both within the Festival and all over the year. Directly reporting to the General Manager,the function works collaboratively alongside the Operations Manager in general delivery of the Festival and Trust initiatives, and with the Marketing & Partnerships Manager to bring things to life. To succeed in the function you will have: » Previous practice in arts or event management, including producing live shows. » Effective budgeting, scheduling and administration expertise. » Excellent communication, relationship management and interpersonal expertise. » The capability to work to tight deadlines and to work effectively under pressure. » A collaborative approach with ahigh level of initiative, self-motivation and enthusiasm. » A passion for comedy and live performance. This is an exciting opportunity for an practiced Producer to join a small team in making a vital contribution to the comedy industry in Aotearoa. The NZ Comedy Trust aims to elevate New Zealand comedy as a celebrated and integral feature of the arts sector. We create opportunities to develop, promote and grow a sustainable and representative comedy industry in Aotearoa. At all levels of programming and within our team, the New Zealand Comedy Trust champions the values of representation, contributing to a culture of inclusion and celebration. This is a fixed term position running from August 2022 to August2023, but we are open to looking at a permanent position for the right person. Links & Contact info: NZ International Comedy FestivalNew Zealand Comedy Trust How to submit the application: Please email a CV and cover letter outlining your suitcapability for the function to Kirsty Hardwicke at producer@comedyfestival.co.nz by Wednesday 13 July. Please include the reference Producer in the subject line. For more information or a full position description, Contact Us by producer@comedyfestival.co.nz. Weare currently recruiting for several senior functions at the NZ Comedy Trust, and there is a degree of flexibility and crossover possible within some of the functions. If you have any questions, or you'reinterested in more than one position, we're very happy to talk that through with you.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We understand that female or non-binary candidates don't always apply for functions they don't feel 100% qualified for, so we encourage anyone who is interested to get in touch. Skills:
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