WORK WITH US! NEW ROLES AT JOEL BRAY DANCE

FEBRUARY 2026

We have 2 new roles at JBD! ADMINISTRATOR and DIGITAL PRODUCT AND GROWTH LEAD…….see below for all the info….

Job 1) ADMINISTRATOR

The Administrator is a key role in a small team, responsible for keeping the organisation running smoothly by managing the day-to-day operations that support staff, leadership, and stakeholders.  The Administrator acts as the central coordination point of the company, ensuring systems, communication, and logistics are organised and efficient.

Job type: Part time, 22.8 hours per week (3 days). Salary: $55-$60k pro rata, plus superannuation. 

This is a fixed term contract until November 30, 2026. This is a contract role but could be turned into part-time or full-time.

Location: Work from home, with one day a week together with the team in an office location (Melb CBD, or inner North). Some work on location may be required for larger projects. 

Time frame: Start date -late March. Applications close March 30, with applicants being shortlisted and interviewed as received - first suitable candidate will be appointed to the role. 

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

Joel Bray Dance values diversity and equity. We welcome members of the First Nations and  LGBTQI communities. We  acknowledge First Nations peoples as the traditional custodians of the land now called Australia. 

We are a culturally led organisation and value candidates who are respectful of and committed to working within First Nations frameworks.

About Joel Bray Dance

Joel Bray Dance is a small but thriving, First Nations led, contemporary dance company, based in Naarm. Since 2016, Joel Bray, Creative Director, has been creating and performing solo and ensemble works which have been presented at many festivals, events and venues across Australia as well as internationally.

The company has achieved great success creatively and continues to do so, with new works in development, a recent world premiere and a large regional tour occurring across  2025/26 and international touring for 2026/2027.

Over the past 3-4 years particularly the company has been sharpening its business practice, with a view to create bolder and more sustainable trajectories for the company. We are in a time of positive change and growth and looking to bring some new skilled members to our small team.

Website: www.joelbraydance.com

Why Work with Us?

  • Flexible working

  • Small creative team, working in a fast but fun environment

  • Opportunity to grow with the company

  • Exposure to national/international touring projects, shows and events


The Role:

The role has three key areas of focus:

  1. Office and systems management

  2. Team and project coordination

  3. Administrative and marketing support

You will assist in maintaining and streamlining office systems and the implementation of our new database, coordinating a central communications hub across a busy organisational calendar. You will report to the Executive Producer and, at times, support the administrative needs of the Creative Director.

As the team grows, strong communication and collaboration skills will be essential, along with the ability to take initiative and manage competing priorities.

Key responsibilities

Administrative coordination

  • Manage calendars, meetings, travel and scheduling to support efficient workflows

  • Support preparation for Board meetings and internal planning sessions

  • Prepare contact sheets and schedules for company works, rehearsals, tours, etc 

  • Prepare contracts / agreements for contractors, artists, casual staff, volunteers

  • Collate the company’s annual audit requirements, in consultation with the Executive Producer

Communication support

  • Respond to enquiry emails and general correspondence

  • Act as a key internal and external communication point

  • Marketing and comms support for our development team

  • Coordinate video & photographic documentation of company projects & programs

  • Oversee the updating and maintenance of LGI’s company archive

Document and data management

  • Assist us to complete a new database build 

  • Lead the Integration of the new database system into our daily workflow

  • Maintain records, filing systems and databases

  • Assist with annual reports and grant acquittal reporting

Operational support

  • Maintain and improve office systems and processes

  • Assist with general organisational administration

  • Support the coordination of fundraising activities and donor relationship management, in collaboration with the Executive Producer 

  • Support the management of grant processes including applications, reporting, acquittals, and other contractual obligations

Financial administration support

  • Process expenses and support basic bookkeeping tasks

Team and project support

  • Support staff with logistics and organisational needs

  • Assist project teams on events and fundraising activities for donors and supporters

    Project coordination

A major focus this year is transitioning existing database and systems information into new platforms. This role offers the opportunity to think strategically across the company and help implement systems that support clear workflows, communication and planning.

Responsibilities include:

  • Supporting timelines, schedules and planning across multiple projects

  • Helping manage the overall project calendar in collaboration with the management team

  • Preparing agendas for weekly meetings, taking minutes and circulating notes

  • Maintaining and improving new systems in consultation with the Executive team

  • Drafting proposals, briefs and reports as required

  • Working independently from home while maintaining regular communication with the team

  • Troubleshooting workflow challenges and supporting solutions when priorities shift

Software familiarity (or willingness to learn):
Mac systems, Airtable (or similar CRM), Mail Chimp, Microsoft Office, Zoom/Teams, Google Drive, Miro

Qualifications and experience

This role would suit someone with previous administration experience and who is looking to broaden their skills within a creative organisation. 

Desirable background:

  • Studies in arts management, project management or a related field

  • Experience in arts administration or similar small-team environments

  • Interest in the arts, dance sector, or a willingness to engage with the industry

Key selection criteria

  1. Previous experience as an administrator, project officer, or similar role

  2. Experience supporting database and systems management or implementation

  3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  4. Strong time management and organisational skills

  5. Demonstrated attention to detail

  6. Ability to work effectively within a small team with mixed full-time and part-time hours

  7. Interest in the creative industries and a willingness to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Desirable selection criteria

  1. Experience working in the not-for-profit sector and/or with First Nations creatives and collaborators

  2. Interest or involvement in the arts sector

  3. Project or event coordination experience


Position Details 

Job type: Part time, 22.8 hours per week (3 days). Salary: $55-$60k pro rata, plus superannuation. 

Location: Work from home, with one day a week together with the team in an office location. Some work on location may be required for larger projects. 

Time frame: Applications close March 30, with applicants being shortlisted and interviewed as  received - first suitable candidate will be appointed to the role. 

How to Apply? 

Submit: 

• Your cover letter  

• Your resume  

Your cover letter should: 

• Be addressed to Veronica Bolzon. Executive Producer, Joel Bray Dance. veronica@joelbraydance.com Subject Heading - Administrator role.

• Respond to the key selection criteria from Position Description (see above). 

• Outline key experiences you have had in project management that demonstrate your skills in time management and organisation.

Job 2) DIGITAL PRODUCT AND GROWTH LEAD (FRACTIONAL)

In Wiradjuri, Marra-Marra means ‘Makers’. Joel Bray Dance is seeking a high-calibre Digital Product & Growth Lead to architect our most ambitious digital community venture yet.

This is a rare opportunity for a "Scientist-Architect" to build a digital Corroboree Ground where First Nations artistic legacy meets modern product strategy. We need a strategist who can bridge the gap between high-level vision (Fractional CMO) and technical execution (Product Manager) to drive the commercial independence of our work.

  • The Commitment: 0.4 FTE (2 days per week) for an initial 12–14 weeks (with intent to extend).

  • The Profile: A "Zero-to-One" operator comfortable with D2C membership ecosystems and community-led growth.

  • The Mission: Apply technical and commercial rigour to power First Nations artistic independence.

Full Job Description & One-Page EOI details: HERE

Applications close: Sunday, 1 March 2026.





CONTACT US!

VERONICA BOLZON | Executive Producer VERONICA [AT] JOELBRAYDANCE.COM

JOEL BRAY | Artistic Director & Choreographer JOEL [AT] JOELBRAYDANCE.COM