- Premier performing arts venue
- Support exceptional event delivery
- Contribute to Canterbury’s creative art scene
About the Organisation:
The Isaac Theatre Royal has long been recognised as one of New Zealand’s premier venues for the performing arts. With its rich legacy, the Theatre has attracted some of the world’s most iconic artists and performances and celebrated a wide range of arts.
Key to its success is the Theatre’s belief that access to the performing arts, uplifts spirits, evokes emotions, enriches lives, and can have a profound impact on well-being.
And it’s more than just a venue, the Issac Theatre Royal is a hub for artistic expression, a springboard for local talent, a champion Ōtautahi Christchurch’s creative scene, and a driver of economic growth for the region.
Today, with attendee levels exceeding pre Covid days, and a busy calendar of exciting, diverse and entertaining events, the Theatre will continue to deliver unforgettable experiences for hirers, guests, and the local community, for years to come.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Events the Event Manager is responsible for the smooth planning, coordination and execution of events for The Isaac Theatre Royal including managing bookings, event quoting, overseeing event planning and coordination and execution of each event including post event reviews.
Events can include performances, corporate and community events, and special productions that take place within the different venues.
Ideal Person
As the ideal candidate, you will have outstanding organisational and multitasking skills, able to plan and execute events with many moving parts.
Familiar with delivering events on time and on budget, you will ensure events are well planned and executed, tracking and monitoring as you go. With a keen eye for detail, you will be quick to identify any issues and address them promptly.
Open to continuous improvement you will seek feedback from clients to ensure their expectations were met and satisfaction maintained and enhanced.
In addition, you will have:
- At least 3 years’ experience in event execution and support, preferably in a performing arts or theatre environment.
- A knowledge of event management and performing arts.
- Experience using an EMS.
- Effective budget management and project planning skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members.