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About the National Art School

The National Art School (NAS) is at the forefront of innovative arts practice utilising our distinctive studio-based teaching model to deliver exceptional higher education and research, scholarship and professional practice. NAS has a firm commitment as a 21st century art school in preparing the next generation of artists to take our stories to the world. NAS is an independent art school with an Academic Board focussed on dynamic studio-based education to enable, educate, enhance, and propel students as the artists of tomorrow to shape the future of art. The National Art School is accredited through TEQSA and offers Bachelor of Fine Art, Master, and Doctorate courses in Painting, Photomedia, Sculpture, Ceramics, and Printmaking, and core subjects in Drawing and Art History and Theory. We are a State Significant organisation (SSO) in NSW with a dedication to become the leading art school in the Asia Pacific.

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Event Manager

NAS is seeking a commercially minded, highly organised Event Manager with strong experience in hospitality, licensed venue operations, and event delivery. This role delivers a wide range of internal and external events, including Graduate Shows, Gallery Openings, Public Programs, Fundraisers, and Open Day. NAS also operates as a commercial venue, hiring the Cell Block Theatre for weddings, corporate events, and product launches.

You will manage end-to-end production, licensing compliance, and delivery of all events, balancing audience, artistic, and commercial goals. The role also involves driving venue hire sales, meeting revenue targets, and ensuring compliance with heritage site requirements.

You will have a proven track record of selling, designing, delivering events and production for venue hire and internal School events. You’re passionate about promoting venue hire, offering exceptional customer service, and effectively communicating with clients, including brides and event planners.

You will also bring a strong understanding and commitment to the Schools internal event cycle, with responsibility for overseeing the NAS Event and Program Calendar and coordinating events across Academic Departments, the Gallery, Fundraising, Public Programs, Marketing, Facilities, and Operations.

You will have a solid understanding of working on a licensed premise and the NSW Liquor Laws. With proven team management experience, you can build and lead a high-performing Events Team. Your strong project management and budgeting skills will ensure the successful delivery of both internal and external events. Excellent communication skills will enable you to manage stakeholders effectively, while your thorough knowledge of WHS requirements will ensure all events are delivered safely and professionally.

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How to Apply

Please include the following in your application:

  • A covering letter addressing how your experience matches the job requirements.
  • A comprehensive resume citing your academic qualifications and outlining professional experience.

If you have any questions or if we can assist in making the application process more accessible for you, please call Juanita Hyde on 02 9339 8672 or email [email protected].

Please email your application to [email protected]

 

The National Art School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The closing date for all applications will be Sunday, 29 June 2025.

Digitisation Volunteer

The National Art School Archive and Collection team is looking for enthusiastic Digitisation Volunteers to help bring our art collection to life! Your work will play a key role in making art and history more accessible—by photographing and recording our collections, enhancing our museum database, and digitising our extensive archive of photographs. Through your efforts, every stored object and artwork in our collection will have a high-quality, searchable digital record for generations to come.

As a volunteer, you’ll gain hands-on experience working within a small, friendly team while deepening your understanding of the National Art School and its rich history. Plus, you’ll enjoy exclusive perks like invitations to exhibition openings, lectures, special events, and library borrowing privileges.

If you have photography skills and a keen interest in art and archives, we’d love to hear from you!

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How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and motivation for joining our team as a Volunteer.

If you have any questions or if we can assist in making the application process more accessible for you, please call Apeksha Halasagi on 02 9339 8658 or email [email protected].

Please email your application to [email protected]

 

The National Art School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Applications will be received on an ongoing basis.

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There's still time to make a tax deductible donation towards our Pathways Program this EOFY. To everyone who has already donated, thank you. Your support helps ensure the National Art School is accessible to people from all backgrounds. Visit link in our bio today to find our more, and help us create crucial pathways to propel our students and alumni to become leading international artists.
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