WESTERN AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS (WAAPA)
CITY CAMPUS
$117,905 to $139,307pa (ALEVB) PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION
FULL TIME, ONGOING

Edith Cowan University
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The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) is one of the world’s leading performing arts academies, delivering the most comprehensive range of performing arts training in Australia. Our students develop their skills on-stage as an actor, dancer or musician, or behind the scenes in production, design or arts management.

WAAPA’s Bachelor of Performing Arts is seeking experienced, inspirational lecturers to join the team at a pivotal moment for WAAPA at Edith Cowan University.

WAAPA will move into its brand-new world-class city campus in Yagan Square in the Perth CBD in 2026 as part of an exciting expansion plan. ECU’s CBD campus will bring together teaching and research in the areas of Creative Industries, Law, Business and Technology. This will be where innovative thinkers, adaptive learners and global citizens meet to develop into the leaders of tomorrow. This is unequivocally the most exciting time of all to join the university as it embarks on this further growth and transformational journey.

Collaborative, articulate and highly organised individuals are invited to apply for the role of Lecturer Stage management to contribute to our existing specialist and highly dedicated team of practitioners and educators.

About the Opportunity
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lecturer in Stage Management. This role involves teaching across both Bachelor of Arts and VET diploma and Advanced Diploma level courses, contributing to the development of emerging stage managers through practical, industry-aligned training.

You will deliver high-quality teaching, mentor students in production environments, and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to support live performance outcomes. The successful candidate will bring a passion for backstage practice, a commitment to inclusive education, and strong industry connections and experience

Selection Criteria

• QUALIFICATIONS: Relevant tertiary qualifications and TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or willingness to obtain).
• TEACHING EXPERIENCE: in tertiary or vocational education (or a strong interest in developing this).
• CURRICULUM: Demonstrated capacity to develop, coordinate and review teaching curriculum in production arts training, both in VET and at tertiary level
• ADMINISTRATION: Demonstrated experience in working efficiently and confidently with teaching-related administration such as curriculum documentation, Canvas or similar teaching technology, budget management, marks and assessment management.
• PROFESSIONAL STANDING: Evidenced experience as a practitioner and / or lecturer at tertiary level in performance production, with at least five years of vocational stage management experience.
• INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS: Demonstrated capacity to build strategic networks and collaborative relationships with industry, and integrate current practices into teaching
• EQUITY: Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion.

Academic staff are expected to achieve and maintain the outcomes outlined in the ECU Academic Staff Performance Expectations and Outcomes (ASPEO) Framework and applicable Academic Leadership role statement.

Benefits of working at ECU
At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

Contact
Applicants requiring further information may contact:

Richard Reddrop (Associate Dean Production and Design) on 6304 2307 or [email protected]

Application Process
Complete a written statement (maximum of 3 pages) addressing the above listed selection criteria.

Attach the written statement with your CV to the end of the online application.

Advert Closure
Applications close Monday, 20 October 2025 at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.

At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.