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Tuesday, October 17, 2017

PLAYHOUSE COMPANY ARTS COORDINATOR VACANCY



Deadline: October 24, 2017

The Playhouse Company, situated in Durban, is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Arts Coordinator.

Reporting to the Arts Manager, the successful applicant, will be responsible for the following:

- Co-ordinating of full production: planning, management, coordination and financial control of a production/ season;
- Overseeing the drawing up of contracts for artists and artistic team
- Maintaining a database of artists;
- Reviewing and providing critical feedback on productions;
- Co-ordinating of all logistical, contractual and administrative issues related to the portfolio;
- Submitting of weekly and monthly reports.

In addition to having a proven track record in the abovementioned functions, the successful applicant will have to be in possession of the following;

- A relevant qualification in Speech & Drama/ Dance, performing arts or related;
- A minimum of 3-5 years working experience in co-ordinating similar projects/ events in the Performing Arts;
- Advanced level of computer literacy (MS Office);
- Excellent track record in budgeting, administration, planning & organising;
- Good negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently without constant supervision;
- Attention to detail is imperative.

If you are a hard worker with good Administration and Business Management Skills, good negotiation and interpersonal skills, coupled to being energetic with a commitment to maintaining a high standard of moral and ethical behaviour, submit your application along with a detailed CV to the HR Officer, Futhi Mbambo, at hrofficer@playhousecompany.com by no later than October 24, 2017.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. In the event that you are not contacted within three weeks of submitting your application, assume that your application has been unsuccessful.