# Associate Producer- TEG Dainty (fixed term contract) **Company:** [Ticketek Entertainment Group](null/companies/pKERJmghVUvXnhNFuN9Eyp.md) **Location:** Melbourne, Australia **Workplace:** hybrid [Apply for this job](null/view/33bfda73-eb1d-4370-baf5-8ee3bcb520b8) ## Description **TEG DAINTY** produces and promotes live entertainment across Australia and New Zealand, with an international footprint spanning the United States, United Kingdom, South East Asia and South Africa. Led by President and CEO Paul Dainty AO — recognised in 2023 for distinguished service to the community through the organisation of the Fire Fight Australia charitable concert following the 2019–20 bushfires — DAINTY has toured many of the world’s most celebrated artists. These include Guns N’Roses, Katy Perry, Michael Bublé, Bon Jovi, Eminem, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, George Michael, U2, Prince, Yusuf / Cat Stevens, Neil Diamond, Tony Bennett, Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Hugh Jackman and Oprah Winfrey. Beyond music, DAINTY has presented major sports entertainment including World Wrestling Entertainment and Crusty Demons, and has produced theatrical shows in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, the US and Asia including Jersey Boys, Mamma Mia!, Hairspray, Singin’ in the Rain, 700 Sundays, Hugh Jackman's Broadway to Oz, Dame Edna and Barry Humphries, and  TINA — The Tina Turner Musical. The company has also co-presented Disney’s Aladdin and The Phantom of the Opera in Asia, co-produced A Beautiful Noise — The Neil Diamond Musical for Broadway and the US Tour. TEG DAINTY is thrilled to be producing A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical in Australia, currently playing at The Princess Theatre Melbourne. **The Role** The Associate Producer is responsible for assisting and supporting the Executive Producer across overall strategic, commercial, and operational success of TEG Dainty’s theatrical productions. This role bridges the gap between artistic vision and commercial success, overseeing all phases of the production—from pre-production through to the commercial run and tour management. The Associate Producer ensures all production objectives are met on budget and on schedule whilst maintaining the highest standards of production quality and brand integrity for all key stakeholders. ## Requirements ### Outcomes to Deliver In this role, success looks like: - **Budget & Financial Management:** Manage and monitor production and running budgets, cash flow, variance reporting and financial forecasting to keep the show on target. - **Contracting & Procurement**: Support the contracting of creative personnel, cast, crew and technical suppliers, and manage procurement and physical production tenders. - **Supplier Management:** Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance, cost, delivery schedules and contractual compliance. - **Operational Delivery**: Partner with General Management on ticketing strategy, venue negotiations and payroll/accounting functions, and develop and maintain the performance schedule. - **Governance & Safety:** Establish robust operational frameworks including risk management, insurance compliance and Workplace Health & Safety oversight. - **People & Culture:** Provide high-level leadership across recruitment, workplace conduct and EAP standards for the wider production team. - **Creative & Stakeholder Liaison:** Act as a secondary point of contact between the creative team and the production company, and support relationships with venue partners, co-producers, investors and industry funding bodies. - **Industry Representation:** Represent the production with unions (e.g. MEAA), theatrical agents and industry associations. - **Marketing, PR & Merchandise:** Support the overall marketing and PR strategy, oversee merchandise delivery, and manage program content and deadlines with suppliers. - **Events & Experiences**: Lead opening nights, special events and VIP experiences – from budget through to execution and financial assessment. - **Visa, Travel & Accommodation:** Manage international visa applications within immigration deadlines, and secure travel and accommodation for cast and crew within budget. ### Capabilities to Bring You’ll thrive in this role if you bring: - **Industry Experience:** 3+ years’ experience in General Management, Producing, arts administration or venue administration in theatrical/live entertainment, ideally on large-scale, international-standard productions. - **Financial Acumen:** Demonstrated experience managing theatre budgets and translating commercial decisions into clear recommendations for Producers and stakeholders. - **Negotiation Skills:** Proven ability to negotiate contracts with talent, venues and commercial partners. - **Communication & Relationships:** Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, the confidence to speak your mind constructively, and high-level interpersonal skills to build effective relationships. - **Autonomy & Organisation:** A self-starter who manages competing demands and tight deadlines with exceptional organisational skills and strong attention to detail. - **Technical Proficiency:** Strong IT skills across Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Teams, Zoom, Dropbox and Google Suite. - **Industry Knowledge:** Proven knowledge of the relevant industrial awards _**(Please note: DATES: Commencing October 2026)**_ APPLICATIONS: - Email your CV, cover letter and a document addressing the key selection criteria to the Director of Touring and Operations at: info@tegdainty.com. - Applications must be received by 11.59pm Sunday, 13 September, 2026. Please note applications received after this time will not be considered. - If successful in moving to the interview stage, the applicant will need to be available w/c 21 September to attend an in person interview. - Must have the legal right to live and work in Australia. - Please use the following email subject format when making your submission: TEG Dainty\_Associate Producer Application\_NAME ## Benefits We’re Australasia’s home of live entertainment – from stadium tours to your local comedy show – and we look after the people who make it happen. - **Front row perks:** Front row and backstage access to live moments – free and discounted tickets to shows, sport and festivals across our network, plus presales and staff allocations for major on-sales - **A global stage:** Headquartered in Sydney with offices across seven countries and four continents, working alongside some of the biggest names in Australian and international live entertainment - **Flexibility:** Hybrid and flexible working, with flexible hours where your role allows - **Parental leave for everyone**: Paid leave for primary caregivers regardless of gender, with real support returning to work - **Leave, your way:** Annual leave plus extras like birthday leave and purchase leave - **Your backstage crew:** Confidential support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including career coaching for you and your family, plus free flu vaccinations - **Giving back:** One paid volunteer day a year to support our community - **Your next act:** Structured development programs like Ticketek Academy, secondments to major events, and career paths tailored to your interests and skills - **Recognition that means something:** ALL STAR Awards and service milestones, celebrating the people and teams who bring our values to life every day TEG is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing a diverse and inclusive work environment. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we welcome you to apply. We believe in creating a place where our people can do their best work! Learn more about TEG here – [www.TEG.com.au](https://www.TEG.com.au) **About TEG** Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) is a Live Experience Group that helps people discover, access and experience the unforgettable. We believe Life is better live®. With over 50 years in live entertainment, we sell more than 30 million tickets annually, connect with 30 million fans across Australia and New Zealand, and bring 18,000+ events to life each year. Headquartered in Sydney, we operate globally across eight pillars: Ticketing, Live Touring, Sport, Immersive Experiences, Customer & Data Solutions, Venues, VIP Experiences and Partnerships. Through our integrated operating model, we bring the best live content, ticketing and technology to our partners and create unforgettable memories that last a lifetime Our values guide everything we do: we partner with purpose, empower boldness within clear boundaries, and celebrate human connection – always putting the fan first.