Employment

Details for 2018 Season

Overview

Brainstorm Productions is one of Australia’s largest and most respected educational theatre companies, performing to over 350,000 primary and high school students each year. Our award-winning productions help schools by providing programs to help reduce bullying in school, cyber bullying and anti-social behaviours including violence, prejudice, binge drinking, teenage drug abuse, youth depression, eating disorders and discrimination.

Essential:
• MUST BE AT LEAST 19 YEARS OLD
• Playing range of 16-24
• CURRENT DRIVERS LICENCE and good driving record (Learners licence NOT sufficient)
• Fit, healthy and able to travel away from home
• Energetic and responsible
• Some singing, physical theatre, dance or acro is an advantage

Applications for the 2018 season now open!

Closing dates for applications

Brisbane applicants: Mon 6th November 2017
Melbourne and Sydney applicants: Thurs 9th November 2017

Please note late applications cannot be accepted.

If your application proceeds to an audition you will be contacted by Wed 8th November (Brisbane), or Mon 13th November (Melbourne and Sydney) to allocate audition times.
Applicants who have not been cast will be notified by email by the 18th December.

Audition dates

Brisbane: Mon 13th November, with callbacks on Tues 14th Nov 2017.

Melbourne: Thurs 16th and Fri 17th November, with callbacks on Fri 17th/Sat 18th November 2017.

Sydney: Mon 20th and Tues 21st November, with callbacks on Wed 22nd November 2017.

Auditions

Initial auditions will be one at a time – you will need to perform a short monologue provided in advance by Brainstorm and to sing ‘Happy Birthday’ unaccompanied. These auditions will be filmed for later reference.

Please arrive a few minutes early to complete application forms prior to your audition. You will be asked information about your driving record, your availability for the coming season, some medical history, as well as your employment history/experience/training.

You or your agent will be advised that day if you are required for callback and to make a time.

Callbacks are in groups of 4-5. You will be asked to demonstrate ability to move/dance etc depending on the role(s) we are considering you for. You will also be asked to improvise a variety of scenarios including some school-based situations. No accompaniment for singing and dancing please.

Roles for 2018 season

All roles require actors with a playing range of 16-25 years (however you need to be at least 19 years old so that you have at least one year driving experience, can show a good driving record, and have the maturity to cope with touring).

All our shows are 2 hander's except 'Cheap Thrills' which is a one-man show. The tour details listed beside each role are estimated only, actual weeks will depend on bookings received but should be reasonably accurate.

We will cast 15 actors for the 2018 season:

8 Males (1 Brisbane, 2 Melbourne, and 5 Sydney based)

7 Females (1 Brisbane, 2 Melbourne, and 4 Sydney based)

PLEASE NOTE: We hope to cast the Brisbane roles prior to the Sydney and Melbourne auditions this year. Therefore, people will be able to audition for either Sydney or Melbourne roles at the Brisbane auditions but will not be able to audition for the Brisbane roles at Sydney or Melbourne auditions.

If you are cast:

- Before an offer of employment is made you will be asked to provide an RTA, QLD roads or VIC roads print out of your driving record.
- We will require your permission to conduct a mandatory criminal record check for any history of violence or sexual based offences to provide you with a Working With Children Check number.
- Some individual schools may require us to supply them with your full name, date of birth and Working With Children Check number as part of your ongoing employment.

PLEASE NOTE: It is an offence under the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 for a person convicted of a serious sex offence or child related personal violence to apply for these positions.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a recent headshot to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or post to PO Box 804 Alstonville NSW 2477. Please note the closing dates listed above.

Please make sure your application lists your full name, Date of Birth and the city you are auditioning in. Freelance actors please also suply your mobile phone number, address and email address. If you are represented by an agent you MUST make your submission through them or at least let them know that you are sending an application directly to us and list them on your application.

Go to our Facebook page to view photos of actors on tour. We look forward to meeting you at Auditions.

Meet the Actors
Meet our current team of actors, who bring the magic of our shows to life!

Male Roles (2018 season)

BRISBANE BASED ACTOR

Jimmy/Leo (Performing in The Hurting Game & The Protectors) – Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 1 Jan 2018 to 3 Aug 2018 (possible extension to 24 Aug).

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW)

• 17-19 weeks Brisbane

• 7-8 weeks North Coast NSW / Pacific Highway/ New England

• 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city

MELBOURNE BASED ACTORS

Tim/Charlie (Performing in Cyberia and Buddies) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 29 Jan to 24 Aug 2018 (possible extension to 14 Sep 2018).

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW)

• 13-16 weeks in Melbourne

• 7 weeks in Regional VIC

• 4 weeks in Tasmania

• 3 weeks holiday in actors’ base city

Jimmy/Leo (Performing in The Hurting Game & The Protectors) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 8 Jan to 3 Aug 2018. (possible extension to 24 Aug 2018)

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW)

• 13-16 weeks Melbourne

• 10 weeks Adelaide

• 4 weeks holiday in actors’ base city

SYDNEY BASED ACTORS

Jack/Rolf (Performing in The Flipside & The Magic Words) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 5 Feb 2018 to 14 Sep 2018 (possible extension to 28 Sep 2018).

• 4-5 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW)

• 1 week North Coast / Pacific Highway

• 1 week ACT

• 16-19 weeks in Sydney

• 4 weeks in Regional NSW

• 4 weeks holiday in actors' base city.

Tim/Charlie (Performing in Cyberia & Buddies) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 8 Jan to 10 Aug 2018 (possible extension to 24 Aug 2018).

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW)

• 10-12 weeks in Brisbane

• 1 week on North Coast NSW

• 14 weeks in Sydney

• 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city.

Joel/Rocky (Performing in Wired & Verbal Combat) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 22 Jan to 21 Sep 2018 (possible extension to 28 Sept 2018)

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW),

• 6 weeks in Brisbane

• 13-14 weeks in Sydney

• 7 weeks in Melbourne

• 1 week on North Coast NSW

• 1 week in ACT

• 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city

Rocky/Fly (Performing in Verbal Combat & Being Brave) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 30 April to 23 Nov 2018 (possible extension to 30 Nov 2018)

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW),

• 4 weeks in Brisbane

• 15-16 weeks in Sydney

• 4 weeks in Melbourne

• 1 week in ACT

• 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city

Andy (Performing in Cheap Thrills) - One-man show so must be mature and independent. Able to play an adolescent male and parody a variety of female roles. No singing or dancing required.

Contract 7 May to 26 Oct 2018.(possible extension to 2 Nov 2018)

• 2 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW),

• 2 weeks on North Coast NSW / Pacific Highway

• 9 weeks in Sydney

• 1 week in ACT

• 5 weeks in Melbourne

• 3-4 weeks in Brisbane

• 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city

Female Roles (2018 season)

BRISBANE BASED ACTOR

Samantha/Serena (Performing in The Hurting Game & The Protectors) – Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 1 Jan 2018 to 3 Aug 2018 (possible extension to 24 Aug).

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW)

• 17-19 weeks Brisbane

• 7-8 weeks North Coast NSW / Pacific Highway/ New England

• 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city

MELBOURNE BASED ACTORS

Ruby/Lucy (Performing in Cyberia and Buddies) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 29 Jan to 24 Aug 2018 (possible extension to 14 Sep 2018).

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW)

• 13-16 weeks in Melbourne

• 7 weeks in Regional VIC

• 4 weeks in Tasmania

• 3 weeks holiday in actors’ base city

Samantha/Serena (Performing in The Hurting Game & The Protectors) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 8 Jan to 3 Aug 2018. (possible extension to 24 Aug 2018)

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW)

• 13-16 weeks Melbourne

• 10 weeks Adelaide

• 4 weeks holiday in actors’ base city

SYDNEY BASED ACTORS

Ella/Zanna (Performing in The Flipside & The Magic Words) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 5 Feb 2018 to 14 Sep 2018 (possible extension to 28 Sep 2018).

• 4-5 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW)

• 1 week North Coast / Pacific Highway

• 1 week ACT

• 16-19 weeks in Sydney

• 4 weeks in Regional NSW

• 4 weeks holiday in actors' base city.

Ruby/Lucy (Performing in Cyberia & Buddies) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 8 Jan to 10 Aug 2018 (possible extension to 24 Aug 2018).

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW)

• 10-12 weeks in Brisbane

• 1 week on North Coast NSW

• 14 weeks in Sydney

• 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city.

Lexi/Emily (Performing in Wired & Verbal Combat) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 22 Jan to 21 Sep 2018 (possible extension to 28 Sept 2018)

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW),

• 6 weeks in Brisbane

• 13-14 weeks in Sydney

• 7 weeks in Melbourne

• 1 week on North Coast NSW

• 1 week in ACT

• 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city

Emily/Celia (Performing in Verbal Combat & Being Brave) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.

Contract 30 April to 23 Nov 2018 (possible extension to 30 Nov 2018)

• 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW),

• 4 weeks in Brisbane

• 15-16 weeks in Sydney

• 4 weeks in Melbourne

• 1 week in ACT

• 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city

Frequently Asked Questions

Is working with Brainstorm Productions a full-time position?

Yes, it is a full time job, Monday to Friday, for the length of your contract.

What is the length of the Contract?

Contracts vary from 1, 2 or 3 school terms i.e. 10, 20 or 30 weeks (approx).

When would I expect to start?

Most contracts start at the beginning or middle of January but some do start later in the year (see list of roles for more specific dates)

What is the rehearsal schedule if I gain employment?

Rehearsals are 3 weeks, Mon – Fri 8.30am – 4.30pm on the Far North Coast of NSW (Near Byron Bay) – yes, they are paid at Equity rates, meal allowance and accommodation is provided.

How many performers in each team?

All shows are 2 handers except for Cheap Thrills, which is a one-man show.

How big is the set?

The sets are very minimal and fit in the back of a station wagon or Toyota Rav 4. There are no "tour managers", actors are required to set up themselves at each school.

How many performances would I expect to do?

You do 1, 2 or 3 shows per day Monday to Friday in schools (maximum 15 shows per week but average about 12).

How much do I get paid?

Current Grade 1 MEAA rate for 2018 plus tax free Living away from home allowance (LAHA) when away from home. If accommodation is provided by Brainstorm Productions (e.g. rehearsals or Adelaide Tours) a tax free meals and incidentals allowance is paid instead of the travel allowance. The standard MEAA rate of holiday pay including leave loading and 10% employer superannuation contributions are also paid.

Which roles will I be considered for?

We will consider you for all roles (unless you specifically ask us not to) based in the City you reside in. i.e. All male roles based in Sydney for Sydney based actors.

Do I need to provide my own car?

No, a modern, air-conditioned company vehicle (automatic) is provided for each team including fuel and running costs.

What if I do not have a current drivers licence?

You MUST have a current drivers licence and a GOOD driving record (L-Plates are not acceptable). You will be asked to provide an RTA, VIC Roads or QLD Roads print-out of your driving record if you gain employment.

Are there any additional requirements to consider?

You must be physically fit and prepared to be away from home for at least part of the tour (eg 4-6 weeks at a time - sometimes longer depending on the tour).

Will I be touring all over Australia?

Brainstorm Productions tours across most states in Australia. However, the coverage is divided up so 1 team is not expected to cover all states - usually 2-3 states per team.

When will I find out if I got the job?

You will be notified by phone or email by the 18th December if you have been cast and by email before Christmas if you are unsuccessful. If you are represented by an agent, we will notify you through them.