Audience Development Coordinator – Regional Engagement
About the Organisation
CircuitWest is a service organisation for the performing arts in Western Australia, supporting presenters, producers, and artists across the state. As a not-for-profit membership organisation, we help bring high-quality performances to WA communities, run key events like WA Showcase and TechWest, provide professional development, conduct audience research, advocate for the sector, and offer advice, support, and innovative solutions to strengthen and grow performing arts across WA.
About the Program
This exciting new Audience Development program will grow audiences for First Nations performing arts across WA over the next three years. It will support regional venues to deliver bold, high-quality theatre, dance, music, circus, and storytelling. By strengthening venue’s relationships with their First Nations communities and helping them build local capability, the program creates meaningful, community-led experiences – giving First Nations artists the space to share their stories and leaving a lasting impact on regional audiences and the wider WA performing arts sector.
About the Role
You will provide targeted support to four regional partner venues – Arts Margaret River, Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre (BREC), Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre, and Matt Dann Theatre & Cinema. You’ll offer practical advice on audience development opportunities, stakeholder engagement, and community connection.
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Responsibilities
- Be the main point of contact for four regional partner venues
- Build strong, respectful relationships with venues and local First Nations communities
- Support culturally appropriate, locally relevant audience and community engagement activities
- Provide advice on engaging local stakeholders, community groups and schools
- Support the development and delivery of annual audience development plans
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Selection Criteria
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
- Experience working with and engaging First Nations communities, including Elders and cultural advisors
- Experience or interest in marketing, audience development and/or cultural development
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to manage priorities in a part-time role, including travel
- Confidence using digital communication tools
- A collaborative team player
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Desirable:
- Knowledge of the WA performing arts sector
- Understanding of regional WA communities and contexts
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What We Offer:
- Part-time (0.4-0.6 FTE, 2-3 days per week)
- Up to $74,000 pro rata + superannuation
- Flexible and negotiable working arrangements
- Work-from-home options
- Remote work considered for regionally based candidates
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How to Apply
Applications close: 21 April 2026
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to fill the position before the closing date.
To apply, please submit:
- Your CV
- A one-page cover letter, which can be submitted as written, or as a short video or audio recording
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Please send applications to wcheang@circuitwest.com.au with the subject line: “Audience Development Coordinator Application – Regional Engagement”
For enquiries: please contact Weng-Si, Manager Research and Audience Development, at wcheang@circuitwest.com.au or (08) 6202 1045