Head of Sound and Audio Visual Expert

2 months ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Legal Aid NSW Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead our Sound and Audio Visual Services team as the Head of Sound and Audio Visual Expert. This is a key leadership role that requires a strong technical background, excellent project management skills, and the ability to foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical leadership and expertise to the Sound and Audio Visual Services team, ensuring that our sound and audio visual capabilities are aligned with our artistic vision and strategic goals.
  • Lead and manage a team of specialists, ensuring that they provide outstanding customer service to all presenters and stakeholders, and contribute to the strategic direction of the department.
  • Project manage equipment upgrades and maintenance, developing business plans, preparing and evaluating tenders, and holding contractors to a high standard.
  • Provide expert advice to Production Managers, Account Managers, and other technical staff, ensuring that our equipment and workforce can realise the technical visions of our hirers and presenting partners.
Requirements
  • A minimum of five years' demonstrated high-level technical production experience, and sound and audio visual expertise, with a variety of clients across various art forms and event types.
  • Demonstrated high-level project management skills, including technical project management, and the ability to effectively forward plan, experience with project costing, scheduling, resource allocation, development, and management of budgets.
  • Proven capacity to self-direct and make decisions, incorporating excellent organisational, strategic, analytical, and lateral thinking skills applied to articulating and realising a technical vision.
  • Demonstrated high-level expertise in leading and building teams, including formal training and mentoring programs, staff development programs, performance management, and rostering.
  • Demonstrated organisational, time management, and prioritisation skills, including the ability to multi-task and delegate.
  • Extensive knowledge of, and commitment to, WH&S and risk management matters within a production environment.
  • High-level commitment to client needs.
  • Demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated experience in conflict management and negotiation.
  • Proven ability to work under pressure, including demonstrated sound decision-making and crisis management skills.
  • A thorough knowledge of the theatrical process and sensitivity for working artists.
  • Ability to work well in a flexible work environment as part of a leadership team.
  • Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Vectorworks or equivalent drawing program, sound and audio visual technical design programs, and an understanding of database systems.
What We Offer
  • A dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth, including access to internal and external training programs and staff engagement initiatives.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, 5 weeks' annual leave, and access to a range of wellbeing programs and services.
  • A commitment to fostering an inclusive and dynamic working environment for all staff, with a focus on safety, creativity, excellence, collaboration, and accountability.
How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please submit your application, including your up-to-date resume and a detailed cover letter addressing your suitability for the role. You will also be prompted to answer two targeted questions in the online application platform.

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