Employment
Join us at Sydney’s home of music – a premium concert hall with a prime CBD address. In our intimate hall with its unmatched acoustics, we present the finest music performances in collaboration with the industry’s best musical talents. Our people are the foundation of our business and we are always looking to recruit the right people into the right roles. We’re proud to offer a diverse range of career opportunities and we value inclusion and imagination. We offer our employees a range of benefits, learning and development opportunities. If you enjoy hard work and rewarding experiences, we invite you to be part of creating a new era in curated programming and first class live music experiences.
We understand the importance of building a great team and we want to find the right people to join us. Does this sound like you?
At City Recital Hall we value:
- Connection – live music connects people
- Imagination – creativity produces better performances
- Excellence – reputation is built through excellence
- Sustainability is the key to lasting impact
We offer a diverse and inclusive workplace that genuinely cares about our people. Benefits include staff access to concert tickets, salary sacrifice, an openness to flexible working arrangements, and a central CBD location well serviced by public transport. We encourage all applications; especially those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultures and people with a disability.
Current Career Opportunities
STAGE MANAGER - Full time, Onsite Position.
90-95k p/a + 11.5% superannuation.
We are seeking a talented and experienced Stage Manager to join our dynamic technical services team at City Recital Hall. The ideal candidate will have a passion for live events and a strong understanding of Stage and Production Management . You will play a crucial role in delivering stage management services across the organization and ensure the highest level of safety and operational standards are met.
To be considered for this position you should possess:
- You hold tertiary qualifications in Technical Theatre, Stage Management and/or Live Production.
- 5+ Years’ experience in Stage Management and Production Services in a live theatre/music environment.
- Willingness to collaborate and learn alongside fellow colleagues, artists and other stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal and time management skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends across the nature of the events calendar
- Strong computer technology skills; Microsoft 365, Adobe Suite, Vectorworks or AutoCAD, Artifax and Humanforce
- Ability to lead and develop technical teams across the organization.
View the full position description HERE.
For more information or to apply, please contact [email protected] by 11 July 2025.
LIGHTING SUPERVISOR - Full time, Onsite Position.
90-95k + 11.5% superannuation.
We are seeking a talented and experienced Lighting Supervisor to join our dynamic technical services team at City Recital Hall. The ideal candidate will have a passion for live events and a strong understanding of lighting design and technology. You will play a crucial role in enhancing the visual experience of our performances while ensuring the highest level of safety and operational standards are met.
To be considered for this position you should possess:
- You hold tertiary qualifications in Technical Theatre, Lighting and/or Live Production
- 5+ Years’ experience in Lighting Services in a live theatre/music environment.
- Willingness to collaborate and learn alongside fellow colleagues, artists and other stakeholders.
- Passion for continuous improvement, leadership and development of people.
- Strong interpersonal and time management skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends across the nature of the events calendar.
- Strong computer technology skills; Microsoft 365, Adobe Suite, Vectorworks or AutoCAD, Artifax and Humanforce.
- Ability to lead and develop technical teams across the organization.
View the full position description HERE
For more information or to apply, please contact [email protected] by 11 July 2025.
MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS EXECUTIVE - Full time, Permanent Onsite Position.
82k + 11.5% superannuation.
The Marketing Communications Executive leads owned channel strategy and delivery, with a focus on CRM and email (automated and newsletters), website and on-site signage. The role also plays an important role in account service for both internal and external hirers including Key Presenting Partners. Review the full Job Description HERE.
Applicants with Tessitura experience will be highly regarded.
To apply, email your resume to [email protected] by 29 June 2025 with a brief cover letter outlining how you meet the ‘Essential Criteria’ as outlined on the Job Description.
This role is required on-site 4 days a week, and there will be occasional after-hours commitments. Only applicants who are Australian citizens or permanent residents will be considered.
VENUE TECHNICIAN - Part Time (30 hours, 4 days p/w), Onsite Position.
90k pro rata + 11.5% superannuation.
City Recital Hall is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Venue Technician to join our dynamic technical team. Reporting to the Head of Technical, this full-time role is pivotal in maintaining the venue’s production equipment, AV systems, and technical infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring WHS compliance, supporting maintenance projects, and providing hands-on technical assistance during events. This role requires strong organizational and troubleshooting skills, a solid understanding of safety protocols, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required. Join us in delivering world-class performances at one of Sydney’s premier music destinations.
View the full position description HERE.
For more information or to apply, please contact [email protected] by 11 July 2025.
LIGHTING TECHNICIAN - Casual, Onsite Position.
We are a premium live music venue in the heart of Sydney, renowned for presenting the best in acoustic music. City Recital Hall is expanding to become the destination of choice for contemporary music. The venue is growing with new technology and a highly skilled team of technicians to bring the world’s best contemporary and classical live music experiences to Sydney.
To be considered for this position you should possess:
- Comprehensive skills and experience (minimum 2 years) in professional lighting services for the performing arts.
- Good working knowledge of lighting equipment and venue infrastructure including:
- Lighting network setup and distribution
- Lighting consoles – including ETC GEO
- Moving light fixtures - setting, addressing and trouble-shooting
- Intelligent lighting fixtures including LED technology and strobes etc.
- Follow spot operation,
- Conventional lighting and lamp maintenance
- System fault finding
- Physical fitness, agility and ability to work at heights, with a commitment to abide by WHS standards and City Recital Hall policies.
- Ability and commitment to work on a rotating shift basis, including nights and weekends.
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of digital technology and CAD.
View the full position description HERE
For more information or to send an application, please contact [email protected].
STAGING TECHNICIAN - Casual, Onsite Position.
We are a premium live music venue in the heart of Sydney, renowned for presenting the best in acoustic music. City Recital Hall is expanding to become the destination of choice for contemporary music. The venue is growing with new technology and a highly skilled team of technicians to bring the world’s best contemporary and classical live music experiences to Sydney.
To be considered for this position you should possess:
- Experience (minimum 1 year) in professional entertainment services for the performing arts.
- Experience working in a team to deliver an event in collaboration with other technicians and event staff
- Physical fitness, agility and ability to work at heights, with a commitment to abide by WHS standards and City Recital Hall policies.
- Ability and commitment to work on a rotating shift basis, including nights and weekends.
View the full position description HERE
For more information or to send an application, please contact [email protected].