Company Manager, Whispering Jack

About STC

Sydney Theatre Company is Australia's largest theatre company and the state theatre company of NSW. STC is a place where artists, staff and audiences come together to explore and share ideas through the power of live storytelling.

Role Overview:

The Company Manager is responsible for creating a positive and productive working environment for artists by managing the conditions and work processes for individual actors and creative artists engaged on the 2026 production of Whispering Jack: The John Farnham Musical. The Company Manager plays a pivotal role in championing the welfare of artists working within the Company, ensuring that their physical health and wellbeing is managed in a safe and respectful manner.

Working at STC:

This is a fixed term full time contract.

• Based at the STC Wharf Offices, with travel to other sites as required.
• A collaborative, creative environment where your work directly supports Australia’s leading theatre company.
• 20% off all food and beverages including coffee at The Wharf Restaurant and Bar
• Complimentary and discounted tickets to STC productions

What We're Looking For:

• An appreciation and understanding of the art form of theatre, especially in an Australian context.
• Practical experience of the process of theatrical production, creation, implementation. Previous professional experience as a company manager or stage manager of a minimum of 5 years is expected.
• Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills, with strong interpersonal sensitivity, tact and diplomacy, and a demonstrated high level of proficiency in managing conflict and resolving interpersonal challenges.
• Demonstrated experience working with artists at various stages of their careers, from early career artists to high profile individuals.
• A self-starter as well as an ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and support junior members of the team.
• Ability to prioritise own workload and flexibly manage multiple priorities, including a commitment to forward-thinking and planning.

A copy of the position description is also available on the job ad listed on our careers website.

If you're interested in applying click on "I'm interested" and upload a copy of your current CV and a cover letter.

Closing date for applications is 23rd March 2026.

Sydney Theatre Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status.

To be eligible to apply for this role applicants must have Australian work rights.