News October 27, 2015

QMusic seeking expressions of interest for BIGSOUND programming team

PRESS RELEASE:

Given BIGSOUND’s continuing growth as Australia’s premier music industry conference and artist showcase, QMusic is exploring options for structuring and strengthening our team. We invite Expressions of Interest from individuals who are keen to participate in the Programming of BIGSOUND for 2016 and beyond.

EOIs should be emailed to [email protected] by midnight 7th August 2015.

Please read on for the Criteria and Position Description. The BIGSOUND website at www.bigsound.org.au holds more information on the event. If you have any further questions about the position please email [email protected].

In submitting your Expression of Interest, please address the following criteria. QMusic requires no more than two pages in answering this EOI, along with your CV. We will conduct interviews in the week of 17th August 2015, and appoint the successful applicant(s) before September 2nd 2015.

Criteria

Demonstrated vision and networks to deliver an exciting and vibrant program in 2016 that engages relevant national and international buyers and delivers a forward thinking conference program.
Demonstrated understanding of BIGSOUND’s strengths and weaknesses and a solid plan to enhance all areas of the program
Demonstrated capacity to curate and engage the cream of Australia’s contemporary music talent and deliver two nights of showcases that builds on 2015’s success
Demonstrated capacity to work within a framework of communicating with multiple partners, working with a programming reference group and adhering to strict budgets.
Ideally, members of the programming team will also offer QMusic new networks for sponsorship and partnership opportunities.

BIGSOUND PROGRAMMING TEAM POSITION DESCRIPTION

Contract position October 2015 – September 2016 (one year term with an option for extension at the discretion of QMusic)

Reports to: Executive Officer – QMusic

Programming staff may be required to undertake some international and national travel to attend music markets. QMusic may fund this travel, or make a contribution if the programmer is attending those markets doing work related to their own business.

Programming staff may reside anywhere in Australia, however they must be available to meet regularly with the Executive Officer, QMusic.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

PRE EVENT:

BIGSOUND

Create program topics and theme
Liaise with international and national business leaders to secure buyers and speakers for the BIGSOUND Conference
Manage speaker budget reporting regularly to EO
Source strong facilitators/moderators for panel sessions
Create briefing notes for speakers and ensure facilitators make contact with panellists prior to event
Liaise with and report to BIGSOUND programming committee to ensure a well rounded conference program is delivered

Liaise with overseas and interstate music industry trade bodies to increase buy-in from external areas
Liaise personally with national industry to drive conference registrations

Ensure all set funding KPIs are met through programming (as communicated by the Executive Officer)
Liaise with publicity consultant to ensure consistency of marketing messages and suitability of the campaign

BIGSOUND Live

Curate BIGSOUND Live showcase program through promotion of opportunity, invitation and application process and appropriate partnerships
Refine and manage showcase application / invitation process
Manage and facilitate selection processes for BIGSOUND Live showcasing artists to ensure a variety of genres are represented
Develop systems with Executive Officer and with logistics team to ensure showcasing venues are appropriate and secured, and that programming is consistent with venue requirements; speaker accommodation and flight requirements are met; and that programming is coherent with conference venue scheduling
Attend two QMusic board meetings to report on BIGSOUND programming progress
Liaise with marketing & communications officer to provide accurate copy for program

DURING EVENT: