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We are currently hiring for 1 role at NZ Fringe. Please review our ads and apply by emailing recruitment@ccat.org.nz. Note all roles are in-person in our office in Wellington.
Festival Administrator – Creative Capital Arts Trust
Location: In-person, Wellington, NZ
Contract: Fixed-term
Creative Capital Arts Trust (CCAT), producers of CubaDupa and the New Zealand Fringe Festival, is seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable Festival Administrator to support our busy senior management and festival teams through the most exciting time of our year.
About the role
As our Festival Administrator, you’ll be the organisational backbone – providing direct support to the Chief Executive while assisting the wider teams with financial processes, box office operations, sponsor activations, and event logistics. You’ll keep our systems running smoothly, our records accurate, and our festival weekends well-supported. It’s the perfect role for someone who loves variety, prioritises key tasks, and wants to gain hands-on experience across multiple aspects of festival delivery. This role is ideal for an early career producer looking for experience administering large festivals.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing administrative support to senior management and festival teams
- Assisting with box office duties and daily sales reconciliations
- Managing receipts, invoices, and payments in Xero (training provided)
- Coordinating stakeholder event invites and RSVPs
- Supporting sponsor activations and VIP hosting during festivals
- Maintaining office systems, resources, and reception during busy periods
- Assisting with merchandise stocktake, ordering, and sales
- Designing and delivering festival surveys and collating event reporting
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Communicates clearly and professionally with diverse stakeholders
- Is comfortable prioritising tasks across finance, admin, and event support
- Is proactive, adaptable, and thrives under festival timelines
- Works well in a team environment and supports colleagues positively
- Is confident with digital tools (experience with Xero, Airtable, or Red61 is a plus, but training will be given)
Contract dates: December 2, 2025 – May 1, 2026
How to apply:
Send your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you’re perfect for this role to recruitment@ccat.org.nz by Sunday 19th of October 5pm. Applications may close early based on applications received.
Salary: Details in Job Description.
Join us and help deliver two of the most exciting arts festivals in Aotearoa!
