Artistic Director

• Shape the artistic direction of a premier singing & music festival 
• Enjoy flexible work conditions – split your time between remote work & Hobart 
• Collaborate with a passionate team, key arts stakeholders, & the community 

 

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the artistic vision of Festival of Voices – a unique singing & music annual event in Tasmania. The role offers creative freedom, flexible working conditions, & collaboration with a passionate team in a supportive & inclusive environment.

 

What’s in it for you?

Salary: Earn an annual salary of $100k – $109k (pro-rated) plus superannuation

Flexible working conditions: The role offers flexibility, including remote working options with regular travel to Hobart, Tasmania, and variable hours throughout the year

Leadership opportunity: Take this chance to make your mark by jointly leading one of the country’s most renowned singing festivals

Creative freedom: As Artistic Director, you will have the autonomy to shape the artistic program, selecting performers and artists that align with the festival’s ethos

Collaborative culture: Work closely with a passionate team and engage with various external stakeholders, including artists, sponsors, and the community

Employer of Choice: Be part of an organisation officially recognised for fostering a positive workplace culture and supporting its employees

Impactful role: Contribute to an event that has a significant cultural impact, locally and internationally, and is widely regarded as a unique and premier celebration of singing

Sustainability and inclusivity focus: The festival promotes environmentally sustainable practices and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

 

Main function of the role

In this role, you will lead Festival of Voices’s artistic vision and programming, ensuring participants and audiences a cohesive and engaging experience. You will act as a key spokesperson for the festival, representing its brand and values while driving artistic excellence.

 

Other tasks in this position include:

• Collaborate with the General Manager and the team to curate the festival’s artistic program, securing performers and artists who align with the festival’s spirit and vision
• Provide artistic leadership and co-organisational guidance
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, sponsors, and partners
• Manage individual event budgets, apply for grants and funding applications and reporting to support festival initiatives
• Promote a positive team culture and maintain strong rapport among team members.
• Speak on behalf of the festival and engaging with media and public audiences.

 

About us

Festival of Voices is Australia’s premier celebration of singing and community. Established in 2005, we have grown to become one of the most important choral festivals in the region, attracting around 30,000 attendees each year. Our not-for-profit organisation is driven by a passionate team, and we proudly hold Employer of Choice status, ensuring a supportive and positive workplace. Recognised for our environmental sustainability and inclusivity, we are committed to creating a festival that inspires and encourages participants and attendees from within Tasmania, elsewhere in Australia and overseas visitors.

 

What skills you need to bring

• Proven leadership experience with a background in creative programming and producing
• Strong stakeholder management and partnership-building abilities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including media engagement
• Experience in budget management and grant writing
• Knowledge of the contemporary arts, entertainment, and music industries
• A deep understanding of the festival’s vision and values, with the ability to grow and evolve the brand

 

How to apply

You can request the position description by emailing Nadine Rowell, General Manager, at [email protected] or finding it here https://festivalofvoices.com/work-with-us/.  You will then be required to submit your application, including a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (2 pages max), your resume, and two professional references, to Nadine.