Public Programs Producer

Full-time, permanent position
Engagement Department
Reports to the Public Engagement Manager

The MCA encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people from diverse cultures. The MCA acknowledges the enormous contribution Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, staff, educators, arts professionals, and guests have made to the fabric of the Museum since its inception. Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art practice has long been central to MCA collection and exhibition programs.

Overview of the MCA
The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA) is Australia’s only public museum dedicated to contemporary art.
The MCA presents, collects and engages with the art of now.
Guided by the principles of belonging, connection and influence, we aim to be the defining platform for contemporary art and ideas in Australia and beyond.
Located on Sydney Harbour at Tallawoladah, a home to stories, art and culture for over 65,000 years, the MCA contributes to the continuity of culture on our site.
We connect the widest possible public to contemporary art through our Collection, exhibitions, events, creative learning and access programs.
Our evolving Collection of over 4,700 artworks is the only public collection in Australia dedicated to the work of living artists, with over a third represented by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists.
As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, the MCA raises over 85% of its revenue each year through donations and commercial activities to deliver its artistic and engagement programs.

Overview of the position
This is an excellent career opportunity to play a pivotal role in the success of the MCA’s Public Programs.
The successful candidate will join the team responsible for delivering a range of ambitious and diverse high-quality programs and events that deepen engagement and inspire connection with the art and ideas of now.
The successful candidate will bring a solid understanding of contemporary public programming in a museum setting and a proven record in delivering outstanding public programs that engage broad audiences. They will confidently lead programming processes, from development to implementation in consultation with MCA colleagues, and working effectively with artists, partner orgs and specialists from other fields, bringing knowledge of contemporary art and ideas, its role and relevance to current society.
They will bring in-depth knowledge of the Sydney arts scene and will confidently engage internal and external partners and collaborators. They will be willing to expand their networks for the purpose of programming to MCA’s strategy.

Applications
To learn more about working with the MCA, this role and how to apply please visit our website. (https://www.mca.com.au/about-us/work-for-us/public-programs-producer/)
Closing Date
Friday 5 September, 9am.
Please direct all enquiries to positions.vacant@mca.com.au

Working for the MCA
The MCA is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. The MCA promotes a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, and where individuals are treated with fairness, equality, and dignity. Find out more about the MCA.