May 2021
Opera Australia’s ‘Carmen’; Regional Children’s Chorus
Dear parents, Opera Australia is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its national touring program with a new production of Bizet’s Carmen by director Matthew Barclay, that will embark on what’s been dubbed a ‘mega-tour’ around Australia from May through to August. The Regional Children's Chorus Program allows children from regional and remote towns across Australia to BE A PART OF THE ACTION! Our chorus here in Alice Springs will be singing two numbers onstage as part of the Opera. This…
Find out more »NOTICE Central Australian Territory Craft Inc SGM & AGM 2021
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting for Central Australian Territory Craft Incorporated, including Special General Meeting, to be held on Tuesday 11th of May 2021. Members are invited to attend. Location: Central Craft Studio 61 Larapinta Drive, Araluen Time: 5:30pm RSVP: Friday 30th April 2021 As a member-based organisation, Central Craft aims to: build the visibility of contemporary craft and design from the Northern Territory. exhibit high quality craft and design to local, regional, and international audiences. engage…
Find out more »Media and Communications I Employment Opportunity
Red Hot Arts Central Australia (RHACA) is seeking a Media & Communications Officer. POSITION SUMMARY The Media and Communications Officer is responsible for promoting Red Hot Arts’ services and activities, and encouraging engagement with the organisation. The Media and Communications Officer will, in consultation with the General Manager, act as a marketing conduit between the arts and cultural sectors and the wider Central Australian community to support the incubation of organic marketing, community engagement and relationships. They will be responsible…
Find out more »Advocate Art Award 2021 Call for entries
Presented by the Central Australian Art Society The Advocate Art Award returns for 2021. Coordinated and presented by the Central Australian Art Society (CAAS), a volunteer-run organisation in Alice Springs that has supported art and artists since 1963, the Advocate Art Award is their gala annual event, offering a number of significant prizes thanks to the generous sponsorship of local businesses, including the major non-acquisitive Chapman & Bailey Excellence Prize of $2500. With no pre-selection process, the Advocate Art Award…
Find out more »Band / Musician Call Out
Local and interstate bands and musicians of all music genres – looking to have a gig in Mparntwe/Alice Springs? Get in touch: bookings@theblackwreath.com We’re a local community-run music venue keen to get more live music happening in town. Send us a little description about who you are / links to your music and when you might like to have a gig. Maybe we can figure something out… Love, The Black Wreath x
Find out more »Call for Artists: Art Auction Fundraiser
The Arid Lands Environment Centre is hosting an art auction fundraiser as part of its (belated due to covid) 40th birthday celebration! We are seeking artists who wish to donate all or part of their proceeds for works as part of an art action to support local environment action. The art action will take place at the ALEC birthday gala dinner at Olive Pink Botanic Garden on June 19. Submissions due June 7. This is a great way to contribute to…
Find out more »RISE Funding – Australian Government
. Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) Fund The RISE Fund is supporting the arts and entertainment sector to reactivate. The program is targeting funding towards the arts and entertainment sector organisations who are seeking to restart, re-imagine or create new activities. The program is intended to assist by providing finance to assist the presentation of new or re-shaped cultural and creative activities and events. The RISE Fund is delivered to support artists and organisations affected by COVID-19 through…
Find out more »June 2021
Administration and Grant writing JOB
Heritage Alice Springs Inc. seeks an experience administration and grant writing person with events experience. 14 hours a week flexible working arrangement with an office at The Residency in Alice Springs CBD. Immediate start with training provided. Heritage Alice Springs Inc. is a volunteer-based association established with the aim of protecting and promoting the unique natural and cultural heritage of Alice Springs and the Central Australian region. Our website has been set up as a hub for informing, directing, and…
Find out more »Gallery Assistant – Tjanpi Desert Weavers
People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are strongly encouraged to apply. Exciting opportunity in a unique social enterprise Full-time permanent position Generous leave entitlements ABOUT US Ngaanyatjarra, Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara (NPY) Women's Council is a leading community service organisation that provides a range of programs to women, children and their families. Our work spans across 350,000 square kilometres of Central Australia and is critical to building and maintaining a better future for all Anangu communities within the region.…
Find out more »Partnerships and Development Officer
Position Description Partnerships and Development Officer The role of the Partnerships and Development Officer is to recruit new artists for Iltja Ntjarra Art Centre. The Partnerships and Development Officer will establish collaborations with town-based organisations interested in offering a creative activity to their Aboriginal clients. Once potential new artists are engaged, the Partnerships and Development Officer will plan and deliver an arts program to the newly recruited members. Duties for the role include relationship building with town-based organisations, project planning,…
Find out more »Papulankutja Art Centre Manager
There isn’t a more exciting and rewarding job in the world than working for art centres. One moment one is working with galleries negotiating prestigious opportunities or discussing pricing or marketing. The next moment you are getting your hands dirty mixing paint and supporting artists in their studio. Art centres operate as a studio for local artists, but also as a hub endeavoring to foster local Aboriginal culture and bring the community together. Working to an Aboriginal board in community…
Find out more »Papulankutja Art Centre Studio Coordinator
Art Centre Studio Coordinator There isn’t a more exciting and rewarding job in the world than working for art centres. There isn't a job like it. One moment one is working with galleries negotiating prestigious opportunities or discussing pricing or marketing. The next moment you are getting your hands dirty mixing paint and supporting artists in their studio. Art centres operate as a studio for local artists, but also as a hub endeavoring to foster local Aboriginal culture and bring…
Find out more »Mixing & Live Sound 101 *female and non-binary session*
Want to learn more about live mixing and not sure where to start? Got some questions you'd like answered? Want the chance to practice setting up for live sound production yourself and to follow it up with some practice opportunities with experienced sound engineers? This is for you! Join Jeremy Conlon & LJ as they guide you through the fundamentals of PA set up and live mixing. There will also be a couple of great opportunities to put your newly…
Find out more »Project Officer – Australian Ceramics Triennale
Wed, 16 Jun 2021 Central Craft is seeking a dynamic and motivated Project Officer to manage the planning and implementation of Apmere Mparntwe: The Australian Ceramics Triennale in July 2022. Central Craft is hosting this key industry event and requires a part-time Project Officer to work closely with the Director and Administration Assistant to ensure its successful delivery. For further details: Job Description With Selection Criteria CLOSING FRIDAY 16 JULY
Find out more »Desert Festival 2021 – Expressions of Interest Now Open
The annual Desert Festival here in Alice Springs/Mparntwe is fast approaching and Expressions of Interest are now open!
This year's running theme is Lovin' Local, and Red Hot Arts Central Australia invite all interested artists of various artistic disciplines to apply.
Find out more »1000 x 1000 Crisis Cash for Artists
"The hard time is now" A group of Champion Companies in the performing arts led by Theatre Network Australia and facilitated by Creative Partnerships Australia through the Australian Cultural Fund has been actively fundraising to provide emergency financial relief to artists in need. Our goal is for 1000 donors to each contribute $1000, allowing us to support 1000 artists! If you are interested in donating please click here If you are an eligible artist, you may submit a request for…
Find out more »Artists’ Benevolent Fund – Grants available
The renewed Artists’ Benevolent Fund hopes to provide modest but useful one-off financial assistance to Australian visual artists in crisis as a result of fire, flood, storm, serious illness, major accident, declared state or national emergencies, or some other unexpected catastrophic experience. The Fund may receive requests from: Artists whose studios and/or entire bodies of work have been destroyed (e.g. as the result of fire, flood, storm, earthquake) Artists who have suffered a major injury in their studio Artists suffering…
Find out more »July 2021
Corporate Services Manager
Desart exists to support, promote and advocate on behalf of Aboriginal artists and member art centres to ensure their recognition and sustainability as a vital cultural, social and economic resource for Aboriginal people of Central Australia. In this capacity, Desart speaks with a united voice on behalf of its members to provide strong advocacy on a variety of important industry issues and undertakes various initiatives and programs based on the principles of capacity building, better business practices, leadership and good…
Find out more »Heritage Alice Springs Admin & Grant Writing Job
Heritage Alice Springs Inc. seeks an experience administration and grant writing person with events experience. 14 hours paid work week @ $41 per hour, flexible working arrangement with an office at The Residency in Alice Springs CBD. Immediate start with training provided. Heritage Alice Springs Inc. is a volunteer-based association established with the aim of protecting and promoting the unique natural and cultural heritage of Alice Springs and the Central Australian region. Our website has been set up as a…
Find out more »Wanted : Assistant for resin workshops in Sept . Good pay
Assistant wanted Are you arty ? Would you like to help run 4 art classes and earn some good money ? I am needing an assistant who can : -help me set up and pack down each workshop ie set each place with paint brushes, table cloth etc -assist me during the art class with bringing clients items, use a heat gun (you will be shown how to use it) After the 2 days of workshops you will need to…
Find out more »Development Manager – NT Writers Centre
The NT Writers’ Centre is hiring! Are you great at building relationships, at writing grants and at thinking strategically about funding and sustainability? Do you love the arts and are you keen to help a not-for-profit organisation flourish? You could be our next Development Manager! The Development Manager is a 0.4FTE part-time position (15 hours per week) that is flexible to be based from either our Alice Springs or Darwin offices. Through a mix of research, strategy development, relationship building,…
Find out more »Wanted! Creative & Experienced Project Managers
Shout out to Northern Territory project managers. Come work with the italk Studios team! Do you love working with creative people? Are you passionate about storytelling? Does working in a team to produce educational and inspirational resources sound like something you’d like to do? Download the Position Description HERE To Apply Please email us a current CV and no more than one page telling us more about you and why you think you’re a good fit with our team. EOI’s…
Find out more »NTWF Writing Residency
The NT Writers’ Centre is delighted to announce a brand new NTWF Writing Residency, made possible through the generous support of the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal. This exciting opportunity offers two writers currently residing in Mparntwe | Alice Springs a two week stipend ($750 p/w) to enable them to devote themselves to working on a writing project of their choice, along with a free pass to all events at NTWF 2021. Designed to allow writers to make use of the…
Find out more »August 2021
Connection is key
#1: What do you need support with? Let's talk – together. Connection is key is a series of public get-togethers to better connect our local arts sector* in the hope that it will help us work more sustainably. In this first session, we'll focus on the logistical/practical/ creative things you're struggling with on a regular basis. This will be divided into two separate sessions: one for orgs and groups; another for independents. We'll talk about what you're unsure about, what you…
Find out more »Administration Officer, Desart
About Desart: Desart is the peak arts body for Central Australian Aboriginal Arts and Crafts centres and we have over 35 members. Member art centres are community-based enterprises, owned and governed by Aboriginal people. They provide economic, social and cultural benefits. We are committed to supporting Aboriginal art centres, which provide autonomy, sustained growth and stability for Central Australian Aboriginal Communities. Desart has an office in Alice Springs and conducts an extensive program of activities across the region. About the…
Find out more »Art Centre Manager, Papulankutja Artists
About Papulankutja Artists: Papulankutja Artists is an Aboriginal owned and directed corporation that represents artists from Papulankutja (Blackstone) and Mantamaru (Jameson) communities in the Ngaanyatjarra Lands, Western Australia. We are proud of our strong links to artists past and present, our culture and our country. We are committed to achieving positive economic, social and cultural outcomes for Yarnangu. We value the authenticity of our artwork and that we operate as an ethically conscious, sustainable business. Papulankutja Artists is an energetic,…
Find out more »NT Volunteer Of The Year Awards 2021
The NT Volunteer of the Year Awards Central Australia recognise the outstanding contribution of Northern Territory volunteers, volunteer involving organisations and corporate volunteering programs at work in our community. These prestigious awards promote the important contribution of volunteering to the social, cultural, economic and environmental wellbeing of the Northern Territory, paying tribute to those who inspire and promote the spirit of volunteerism through Nominations will be assessed by an independent Judging Panel chaired by Volunteering NT. Nomination kit and guidelines…
Find out more »Call Out participants Artisan Trail – Desert Festival 2021
What is the Artisan Trail? The Artisan Trail is a self-guided tour of artist and craftsperson’s studios which is part of the Desert Festival 2021 program, produced by Red Hot Arts Central Australia. It is an opportunity for Alice Springs residents that have a practice of arts and/or crafts that would like to open their space and share their work with visitors. It’s also an opportunity for the community to visit some of the many creative people in Alice Springs,…
Find out more »Ninuku Arts is Recruiting!
Art Centre Manager and Studio Coordinator Two extraordinary opportunities for passionate arts professionals to work in a spectacular remote desert community working alongside exceptional artists from the oldest living culture on earth. Arts Centre Manager - Bring your own creative direction to the Centre Salary $70,000-$75,000 + accommodation and many benefits The Art Centre Manager leads and manages all aspects of the Art Centre to support the artists to realise their artistic and commercial potential and strengthen the community. It's…
Find out more »September 2021
Australia Council – Arts Projects Organisations
This program funds a range of activities that deliver benefits to the arts sector and wider public, including national and international audiences. Organisations that undertake arts programs, projects or that provide services to artists are welcome to apply. Organisations can propose a single project, a suite of projects or annual programs of activity. Grants are available from $20,000 to $100,000. Supported activities must last no longer than two years from the proposed start date. Applications close 3pm (AEST) September 7th.…
Find out more »Australia Council – Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups
About the program This program funds a range of activities that deliver benefits to the arts sector and wider public, including national and international audiences. Grants are available from $10,000 to $50,000. Supported activities must last no longer than two years from the proposed start date. Key dates The next closing dates are: Tuesday 7 September 2021 at 3pm AEST, for projects beginning after 1 December 2021 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND APPLY
Find out more »Volunteering at Bush Bands
Do you want to be a part of helping the 2021 Bush Bands Bash run smoothly and safely? This year's Bush Bands Bash is just around the corner on Sunday the 12th of September! We are looking for generous volunteers to offer their time in exchange for free entry and a Bush Bands t-shirt! If this sounds like you please go to www.musicnt.com.au and sign up to volunteer on the Bush Bands program page! See you there!
Find out more »Papunya Tjupi Arts are recruiting!
Papunya Tjupi Art Centre are seeking a new Art Centre Manager. Employment Conditions: • The base salary is $70,000-$80,000 (cash component) (range depending on experience) plus superannuation, and salary sacrifice package. Detailed salary package information at end of document. • 12 Month contract (renewable) will be offered to the successful applicant • Six weeks annual leave plus 17.5% loading • Applicants will need to obtain a police clearance prior to commencement About the Role The art centre manager oversees all…
Find out more »Grant Writing Workshop
Can I get a hand, pls? A workshop on grant applications by Zoya Godoroja-Prieckaerts We'll walk through the various steps to applying for a grant, share some hot tips and workshop your own application for some hands-on learning and support. FOR: Independent practitioners in the arts / community sector* COST: $30* REGISTER HERE >> *See website>> for full details See all upcoming workshops by Zoya Godoroja-Prieckaerts >>
Find out more »October 2021
Finances Workshop
Can I get a hand, pls? A workshop on finances by Zoya Godoroja-Prieckaerts This workshop will cover some of the financial essentials needed for independent practitioners. We'll guide you through invoicing, super and GST, financial forecasting, budgets, and more, and provide hands-on support so you can apply what you've learnt to your own practice. CO-FACILITATOR: Erin Chew FOR: Independent practitioners in the arts / community sector* COST: $30* REGISTER HERE >> *See website>> for full details See all upcoming…
Find out more »General Manager
Organisation Overview Desart is the peak arts industry body for Central Australian Aboriginal art and craft centres operating in the cross-border regions of the Northern Territory, Western Australia and South Australia. The organisation was established as a not-for-profit entity in 1992 and is incorporated under the Northern Territory Incorporations and Associations Act. Desart’s current membership comprises 36 Aboriginal art and craft centres located within five defined regions: the Barkly; the North-West; Central Alice Springs and surrounds; the Ngaanyatjarra Lands of…
Find out more »Communications/Marketing Workshop
Can I get a hand, pls? A workshop on communications / marketing by Zoya Godoroja-Prieckaerts This workshop will cover some of the financial essentials needed for independent practitioners. We’ll guide you through invoicing, super and GST, financial forecasting, budgets, and more, and provide hands-on support so you can apply what you’ve learnt to your own practice. CO-FACILITATOR: Jamie Toyne FOR: Independent practitioners in the arts / community sector* COST: $30* REGISTER HERE >> *See website>> for full details See all upcoming workshops by Zoya…
Find out more »NXT Gen ARTS Grants
If you’re a Northern Territory (NT) artist or arts worker, you may be eligible for up to $10,000 to support a three-month placement with an arts organisation or creative industry business. Host organisations can be: ~ not-for-profit leading arts organisations registered and based in the NT ~ for-profit creative industry businesses registered and based in the NT. Who can apply To be eligible, you must be aged 18 to 25 at the time of applying.You must also meet other eligibility requirements…
Find out more »Aboriginal Heritage Collection Researcher Job Advert
Job Title: Aboriginal Heritage Collection Researcher Location: Museum of Central Australia, Alice Springs Terms: Full time or Part time to be negotiated, three year contract Package: $80,000pa + 10% super Responsible to: Central Australia Manager Closing date: Monday 15 November 2021 Note: Due to the genuine gender requirements…
Find out more »Fossil Preparator Job Vacancy
Primary Objective: Physically prepare megafauna fossils held at MAGNT’s Megafauna Central facility in Alice Springs. Location: Megafauna Central, Alice Springs Terms: 5 weeks full-time or equivalent part-time Package: $52,700 pa (pro rata) + 10% super Responsible to: Senior Collections Manager, Natural Sciences Closing date: 12 November 2021 How to apply: For applications to be considered you must: Provide a statement addressing the below Selection Criteria (no more than two A4 pages); Provide a copy of your CV including three referee…
Find out more »NT Arts Access Awards
* Nominations Close 8th November 2021 NT Arts Access Awards will be held as part of the 2021 International Day of People with disability celebrations on 3 December in Darwin. The NT Arts Access Awards recognise the contributions of individuals, groups and organisations in the NT who have been working to improve accessibility in the creative arts for people with disability, across all genres of creative endeavor. The awards are a joint project of Arts Access Darwin and Incite Arts…
Find out more »Expression for interest: Art Support Worker (Voluntary) with Bindi Mwerre Anthurre Artists
Expression for interest: Volunteer Art Support Worker with the Bindi Mwerre Artists in our Alice Springs studio This is a unique opportunity to learn about Indigenous art and culture and grow your experience in art practice and art administration. Please send your CV to Bindiart@lifestylesolutions.org.au For more information about the role please follow this link on Lifestyle Solutions website. Bindi Mwerre Anthurre Artists studio has been operating since 2000 for Indigenous artists living with disabilities. The studio provides a means for…
Find out more »Board Member Recruitment
Are you interested in supporting the local arts community in Alice Springs, and getting involved with a key local arts organisation? The Red Hot Arts Central Australia board is currently seeking expressions of interests for two new general members and one treasurer to join the board! Red Hot Arts Central Australia is a non-profit organisation that provides accessible spaces, workshops, support and events to facilitate, promote and build the capacity of arts and local artists. Red Hot Arts Central Australia…
Find out more »Senior Support Worker – Bindi Workshop
Job vacancy: Senior Support Worker We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Bindi Enterprises team as Bindi Workshop Department Senior Support Worker/supervisor. The role is focussed on providing person centred support to adult Supported Employees to create flexible and innovative workplace solutions that generate income for the people we support and the organisation. The Bindi Workshop operates as a wood and metal manufacturing facility and has a long standing line of inhouse designed woodwork products. People with experience in…
Find out more »Senior Support Worker – Bindi Contracts Dept
Job vacancy: Senior Support Worker We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Bindi Enterprises team as Bindi Contracts Department Senior Support Worker/supervisor. The role is focussed on providing person centred support to adult Supported Employees to create flexible and innovative workplace solutions that generate income for the people we support and the organisation. Bindi Contracts department runs a variety of contracted works such as paper shredding, mail delivery and a thriving accessible art practice. People with experience in disability…
Find out more »November 2021
NXT Gen ARTS information sessions
Meet with Arts NT if you are interested in NXT Gen ARTS. Register for the online NXT Gen ARTS Information Session, Tuesday 2 November 2021 at 5pm via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/nxt-gen-arts-information-session-tickets-198787226947; or Come to Red Hot Arts on Thursday 4 November to meet with Arts NT in person at 12pm or 5pm. NXT Gen ARTS is a new funding program offered by the Northern Territory Government through Arts NT that provides funding of up to $10,000 per applicant to support early…
Find out more »Ku Arts is recruiting!
Operations and Communications Manager Arts Program Managers (2 roles) THREE roles, ONE-of-a-kind opportunities to make a unique professional contribution to indigenous art in South Australia - with travel! Applications close Sunday 21 November For details see HERE
Find out more »Men’s Development Coordinator – Papunya Tjupi
Men’s Development Coordinator (37.5 hours per week, 6 month contract renewable) Start date: 10th January, 2022 Location: Papunya Community The Men’s Development Coordinator oversees the Men’s art and cultural revival programs activities. He will work closely with the artists, directors, art centre manager and studio coordinator, as well as external stakeholders. He is responsible for the development of capacity within the local male artists and staff, contributing to the continuation of the artistic, social and financial growth of the organisation.…
Find out more »Centralian Awards – Nominate Now!
Nominations are closing soon for the 2022 Centralian Citizen Awards! Who are our community's hidden treasures? What have been our most celebrated moments? Nominate someone for the Centralian Awards - Nominations can be completed on the attached nomination form or online at the below link. Nominations close Monday 29 November at 9am.
Find out more »December 2021
Project Seed information session
Do you have an idea for a new artistic work, but need support to fully realise your idea? Do you want to learn more about developing new works, and perform in Desert Festival 2022? Project Seed is a Red Hot Arts Central Australia initiative that supports local artists to develop and create a new work, and present it at our annual signature event, Desert Festival. EOIs are currently open, and close 17 December! Have any questions? Come to our information…
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