About the Position

As a Sound & Vision Supervisor, you’ll hold a pivotal leadership role within our Senior Sound/Vision Team. This position supports the technical delivery, training, and development of our Sound/Vision operations, with a particular focus on live visual display technologies (vision), production networking and training.

This is a highly versatile role, ideal for someone who thrives equally in live production environments and technical project development. You’ll contribute to productions and internal projects across our venues, while actively supporting the growth and capability of our team — from experienced crew to emerging talent.

This position works closely with the Manager, Sound/Vision, with responsibilities that include crew supervision, operating sound and vision equipment, technical vision systems development, documentation, and training delivery.

Variable time B ongoing position - approx. 28 hours per week. Band 3.2 $85,347.00 p.a. (pro-rata) plus superannuation.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Operation & Design

• Provide high-level programming and operation of sound and vision systems for in-house and visiting productions.
• Assist the Manager, Sound/Vision with design, documentation, and planning for the support of performances.
• Support the continued development of procedures and standards across ACM venues.
• Develop, design and program Qlab sessions for performances along with other existing and emerging playback technologies.
• Develop, design and program production network systems for venue operations and productions.

Training & Mentorship

• Support the growth of technical capability across the team through mentoring, coaching, and hands-on support.
• Lead and assist in the training of staff, including planning internal training and structured training.
• Supervise, plan, and/or deliver the training for Trainees.

Team Leadership & Support

• Supervise and lead Sound/Vision teams across pre-production, bump-ins, rehearsals, performances, and bump-outs.
• Ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with venue and production requirements.
• Mentor casuals, core staff, trainees and new starters, promoting a collaborative, inclusive, and safe working environment.

For more information, please read  Position Description - Supervisor Sound Vision.docx

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a confident and self-motivated Sound/Vision Supervisor with:

• 5+ years professional Sound/Vision experience in large-scale theatre or venue-based environments and/or a Diploma /higher qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and lead crews, including training new staff and coordinating casuals.
• Strong technical expertise in Qlab, Vision and Networking systems.
• Solid knowledge in vision systems design.
• Experience in technical documentation creation.
• Previous experience as a Senior Sound/Vision tech or similar technical role.

Desirable Attributes

We value versatility, specialist knowledge, and a broad understanding of live production environments. Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Experience working across theatre, orchestral music, musicals, and dance.
• Self starter, motivated and capable of making difficult decisions on the fly.
• EWP under 11 meters is preferable.

About You

You are a trusted, proactive technician who thrives on both the creative and technical sides of production. You enjoy problem-solving, building capability in others, and taking ownership of systems and standards. Whether you’re programming a show, training a team, or preparing a new patch sheet, you bring precision, initiative, and professionalism.

The Business Unit

The Production department sits within the Performing Arts pillar and comprises of a team that delivers production services for ACM across Staging, Lighting, Audio, Broadcast, Wardrobe, Stage Management, and Safety/Training to enable the safe and efficient delivery of events across all of our venues and spaces.

Enjoy Team Member Benefits

As a valued member of our ensemble, you will enjoy: 

• Complimentary tickets
• Discounts at food & beverage outlets
• Discounted commuter benefits and onsite parking 
• Access to wellbeing activities and learning and development programs 
• Free access to Employee Assistance Programs which includes specific support to our First Nations team members and members of the LGBTQIA+ community and People of Colour.

Apply Now!

Arts Centre Melbourne welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, Disabled and Deaf people, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people of all ages.

We seek to provide workplace adjustments at all relevant stages of the recruitment process such as alternative formats or other access supports. You can specify in the application form if you require any adjustments or please ask us at any stage. If you need to contact us about making workplace adjustments during the recruitment process, please send an email to PeopleAssist@artscentremelbourne.com.au. 

Please submit your resume in a single document with a cover letter by 11:55pm, Sunday 21st December 2025. Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be invited to attend an interview prior to the closing date.

At Arts Centre Melbourne (ACM), we employ the HumanForce system. HumanForce uses Facial Recognition technology to record clock on and off times. This technology operates in strict privacy mode, meaning that images are not stored. The use of this technology is necessary for ACM to perform its roster, time and attendance (RTA) functions accurately and efficiently. Therefore, all new staff in the Production, Visitor Experience, Ticketing and Hospitality/Kitchen Teams will be required to use it unless otherwise agreed.

If you sign on to a contract with ACM, it will be understood that you consent to the use of this software. If you do not consent or require an adjustment, please advise in your cover letter.

Employment at Arts Centre Melbourne is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a National Police Check.

Applications are open to those with full working rights in Australia. Arts Centre Melbourne is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.