Production Trainee

Established in 1906, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, MSO, is Australia’s pre-eminent orchestra. Working with a distinguished roster of titled conductors headed by Chief Conductor, Jaime MartÍn, and renowned visiting artists, the MSO reaches audiences of more than five million annually, live and online. The MSO has recently embarked on a partnership with the London Symphony Orchestra’s LSO Live label, extending its audience reach still further.

The MSO is committed to honouring Australia’s rich heritage, working closely with culturally diverse and First Nations leaders to build community and deliver music experiences to all constituencies across Melbourne, the state of Victoria and beyond. With carefully curated learning programs, a regional touring schedule, accessible concerts and free community events, the MSO provides the broadest range of opportunities for people to enjoy the Orchestra, whatever their circumstances.

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is looking for a Production Trainee to join our hard-working Operations team

Reporting to Head of Media & Production, the Production Trainee will learn a broad range of production skills across the program. Delivered in partnership with Australian Youth Orchestra, and supported by Creative Australia Workforce Development Grant, this role is suited to individuals looking to kick start a career in the live event production industry.

During the course of the traineeship, you’ll work with expert technicians and teams on audio production, lighting, vision systems, stage management, and orchestral production management.

The Production Trainee will also undertake external qualification training in areas such as First Aid, Hearing Conservation, and Rigging. The role is a fixed term (6 month) variable time engagement at 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week).

Application Procedure

• To apply, please direct resume and short introduction to Alex Fitzgerald, People and Culture Business Partner at jointheteam@mso.com.au . A detailed Position Description can be found below.
• Applications Close: 11.59pm Monday 8 July 2024

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is looking for an exceptional Financial Controller to support our Finance team and wider organisation.

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the accounting and corporate reporting requirements for the MSO, whilst assisting the CFO to ensure sound financial management across the Company. This includes implementation of accounting policy/best practice/compliance obligations, internal and external financial reporting, financial analysis, supervision of an end-to-end payroll process and implementation and maintenance of internal controls and processes to support financial best practice.

There is also a strong focus on proactive identification of issues, opportunities and solutions to ensure effective risk management, financial performance and sustainability.

Overseeing a small team, the role works closely across all functions of the business, and plays an important role in improving financial literacy and budgetary management. A confident and strategically oriented understanding of the unique challenges facing not for profit entities, particularly within the performing arts, is essential.

Application Procedure

• To apply, please direct resume and cover letter to Alex Fitzgerald, People and Culture Business Partner at jointheteam@mso.com.au . A detailed Position Description can be found below.

MSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MSO is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Your privacy is important to MSO. It is the policy of MSO to respect the confidentiality of information and privacy of individuals. Personal information provided by you as part of your application (whether oral, electronic, or written) will be collected and processed for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. In order to carry out this purpose, your information may be disclosed to appropriate persons in our offices. Any information we hold will be governed by the most current version of the MSO Privacy Policy and relevant legislation.