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JOB INFORMATION PACK | Head Technician

Since 1925 La Boite has represented the adventurous and alternative. There has always been a strong focus on the development of new work and artists, and today it is no different. The stories, ideas and voices of our city and country are many and varied and La Boite seeks to represent and engage in this beautiful and rich diversity; the diversity of form, of ideas, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality – of identity.

La Boite Theatre Company is seeking an experienced, dynamic and collaborative Head Technician to join the production team, and to provide high quality technical operations and support for La Boite productions, venue hirers and to manage the ongoing technical operations of the Roundhouse Theatre.

This position is an excellent opportunity for a motivated technician who thrives in a fast-paced and creative environment, who enjoys problem solving and working with artists to realise their vision.

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and Indigenous applicants, and those applicants with experience working with diverse artists and communities, will be highly regarded.

Work Hours/Breaks: Base Hours of work are 38 hours per week to be worked on a flexible roster as determined by the Production Manager.

Reporting relationships: The position reports directly to the Production Manager

Supervisory Relationships: The position supervises casual technical staff.

Goal

To ensure the highest quality technical operations and support for La Boite Theatre Company and Roundhouse Theatre activities, and to maintain and improve all technical aspects of the Roundhouse Theatre

Duties

1. To be responsible for the technical aspects of all La Boite productions and activities – in the Roundhouse Theatre, other local venues and on tour.

1. To provide technical advice and support to all events and activities in the Roundhouse Theatre, including all La Boite Productions and Outside Hires.
2. To oversee ongoing venue operations and maintenance, and manage the safe, effective installation, maintenance and use of technical equipment, (incl. lighting, sound, video, rigging and staging elements).
3. To provide board operation and fulfil Head LX duties for La Boite productions as required.

How to Apply

Download full job description here

Your application should include the following:

• A cover letter highlighting your key skills and experience
• A statement of no more than four A4 pages demonstrating how your skills and experience address each of the selection criteria
• A current resume, including contact details for two referees

Please email your application by 5pm on Thursday 27 July with Venue Technician in the subject line to: jobs@laboite.com.au

For more information contact Production Manager, Canada White on 07 3007 8600 or canada@laboite.com.au

La Boite is seeking an experienced, dynamic and collaborative Marketing & PR Manager to lead the marketing department, connect with artists and communities, maximise box office revenue, and design and deliver marketing strategy, promotions and digital engagement goals for this nationally recognised theatre company

This position is an excellent opportunity for a motivated arts marketer who thrives in a fast-paced and creative environment. The successful candidate will work in close partnership with the Artistic Director and General Manager and is responsible for all marketing and engagement objectives including the development and implementation of the annual marketing plan.

Key to the position will be a passion to develop new audiences in alignment with the company programming, to connect authentically with our artists, and in turn with our existing and new audiences.

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and Indigenous applicants, and those applicants with experience working with diverse artists and communities, will be highly regarded.

Goal

To build La Boite’s profile and audience, and maximise box office revenue, by ensuring high-quality marketing, advertising, publicity and promotional activities of the company.

Duties

Provide Leadership to the Marketing Department including developing and implementing whole of organisation and project/production specific marketing plans

Take overall responsibility for the marketing and promotion of all La Boite activities

Develop and implement strategies to support La Boite’s Strategic Plan, specifically the goal to build and retain diverse audiences

Develop and coordinate strategies which promote La Boite locally and globally

Be responsible for providing a high level of customer service

How to Apply

Download full job description here

Your application should include the following:

• A cover letter highlighting your key skills and experience
• A statement of no more than four A4 pages demonstrating how your skills and experience address each of the selection criteria
• A current resume, including contact details for two referees

Please email your application by 5pm on Monday 10 July with Marketing Manager in the subject line to: jobs@laboite.com.au

For more information contact General Manager, Katherine Hoepper on 07 3007 8602 or katherine@laboite.com.au

La Boite holds an iconic place in the hearts and minds of artists and audiences in Brisbane. For the past nine decades La Boite has represented the adventurous and alternative. There has always been a strong focus on the development of new work and artists, and today it is no different. The stories, ideas and voices of our city and country are many and varied and La Boite seeks to represent and engage in this beautiful and rich diversity; the diversity of form, of ideas, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality – of identity.

Vision

A locally, nationally and internationally impactful theatre company known for its daring, passion and connectedness.

Mission

To create exhilarating theatre that embraces audiences and elevates artists through its engagement with its community.

We Value

Artistic Process

At the core of La Boite are the artists and their process. We believe in long term investment in development. We believe in discipline, patience and flexibility in our creative interactions.

Respect

We embed diversity in all we do. We acknowledge the traditional owners where we create and are responsive and inclusive with our audiences and artists.

Relevance

We make work that is connected to our communities locally and globally. We respond to our environment, provoke change and encourage debate.

Sanja Simić is a creative producer, theatre director, dramaturg, and occasional academic. She is a Creative Arts (Honours) graduate from the University of Wollongong. In 2010 Sanja co-founded Bodysnatchers, an independent theatre company focused on new writing. She has created work for La Mama Theatre (Encounter, 2016), Tamarama Rock Surfers (Blood Pressure, 2012), PACT centre for emerging artists (Debris, 2011), Brisbane Festival (Soothsayers, 2012 Under the Radar), Griffin Theatre Company, Merrigong Theatre Company, Sydney and Adelaide Fringe Festivals, Shopfront Theatre, and the University of Wollongong (Wounds to the Face 2010, Roberto Zucco 2012, The Grace of Mary Traverse 2016). In 2014-15 Sanja was the Communications Manager at Performance Space, Sydney. Most recently, Sanja worked at the Australia Council for the Arts in International Projects, Strategic Development and Advocacy from 2016-17. *Aside from theatre, Sanja’s interests include live art, colder climes, and fried chicken.

Five minutes with Sanja…

How are you finding the big move from Sydney?
Fine, thanks for asking! I think I brought the cool change with me when I moved up, so I’m actually coping surprisingly well with the heat. And I’ve discovered the burger and fried chicken culture in Brisbane, which is ace –  I am a fan of UberEATS. Aside from that, the people are lovely and it’s an exciting time to be starting at La Boite, so I’m looking forward to seeing how the next few months pan out.

How is Brisbane different for you from Sydney from your experience so far?
It’s hotter, and you can get pretty much anywhere in 10 minutes in an Uber! Unless it’s 5:30pm, I learnt that the hard way yesterday. I am not a fan of Brisbane’s public transport system, but I think I just have to surrender to the bus life. Aside from that, it’s not all that different – ask me again in six months.

Do you have any advice for aspiring young artists?
Make work, do your research, seek out opportunities, and apply for everything (as long as it’s relevant to your practice/art form). Learn to talk about your work/practice and identify where what you’re making fits into the wider landscape of what’s going on locally and nationally. See as much work as you can as often as possible.

Favourite country you’ve travelled to and why did you choose to go there?
Aside from Bosnia and Croatia, which are home, it’d have to be Germany. A lot of people rave about Berlin, but it actually is amazing – the art scene is extraordinary, and the diversity of the city really appeals to me. Berlin is also the home of the best kebabs I’ve ever had (legit). I really love Switzerland too – snowy mountainous landscapes make me very happy, and the Swiss have good mountains.

What is your dream destination to travel to?
I’d really love to visit Iceland.

Is there anything you’d like to add?
Brave, asking a chatty person an open ended question! Not really, it has been a whirlwind three weeks here at La Boite, but I am happy to be here and excited about getting to know the Brisbane scene. I look forward to meeting everyone in our foyer during The Village, Lady Beetle and Blackrock in the coming months.