Come, work with us - Event Manager

Come, work with us and support Canberra’s thriving design and craft community.

Craft ACT is recognised as a leading centre in contemporary Australian craft and design, with a vision to strengthen the dynamic link between the arts – as encompassed in the craft sector – and the broad creative industries and design sector.

We are seeking an experienced, well-organised and highly motivated Event Manager with: exceptional communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills; database experience; and capacity to work with and service valued partners and sponsors.

Working closely with the CEO/Artistic Director and Program Director, the Event Manager is responsible for delivering a range of events throughout the year, with a special focus on the fast-growing Design Canberra festival. Other events include the annual Artist in Residence open day, artist talks and professional development workshops for Craft ACT members.

The position will deliver Craft ACT’s respected membership program and maintain relationships with our organisation’s growing network of commercial partners and sponsors.

The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience (ideally 2 years) with the development and delivery of events, especially working in collaboration with other organisations and partners to do so. If you are a creative and hands-on team player with outstanding interpersonal and organisational skills, then we’d love to hear from you.

To find out more about the Event Manager role – click here

 Applications are due by 9am, Monday 4 March 2019.