Head of Production

Updated 6th of September 2021

*Applications for this role are now closed. However, we are always on the lookout for talented and insightful individuals to join our team. Feel free to drop us a line if you have any questions or submit a general application here.

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Reports to: Leadership Team
‍Position type: Voluntary, Continuing
‍Commencing: March 2021
‍Time commitment: Approx, 4 hours per week, with increments towards each event.
Applications Close: 9th April 2021

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Key Responsibilities

Leading the event production team and function, this role will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Build production strategy for 2021 - including both online, in-person and hybrid events
• Review, reflect and update production strategy annually
• Represent Production and event management expertise into Leadership team
• The overall event production execution, including setting timelines and maintaining quality of all TEDxMelbourne events
• Lead and manage Production team of approximately 8-12 volunteer members
• Overseeing production budget and cashflow
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‍Support

The Head of Production works closely with Curation, Marketing and Production teams in the lead-up to each event. At a leadership level, the HoP is supported by all members of the Leadership team.

Role Requirements

• Ability to effectively communicate to the executive team and key partners
• Ability to understand TEDxMelbourne branding and the organisation’s culture
• Ability to delegate and anticipate potential future challenges
• Leadership experience in a similar role
• 6+ years of experience producing major events and conferences for 2000+ pax as well as highly designed boutique events
• Creative and curious nature
• It would be extra if you have interests in: Innovation, design, technology, entertainment, new media or contemporary arts
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Tools

• Microsoft Excel
• Google Drive
• Trello
• Slack
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Key Deliverables

Events

• Main Event TBC (in-person)
• Salon Event TBC (hybrid)
• Circles TBC (online)

Meetings

• Monthly Full Team Meeting
• Monthly Leadership Team Meeting
• Fortnightly Leadership Phone Call
• Production Team Meetings as appropriate
• Event-specific WIP and strategy meetings as appropriate