Want a job with a sense of purpose and the power to change lives?
Actor/ Storyteller for a Northern Territory Regional Tour
If you want:
- A career in the arts,
- To share your passion for storytelling, or
- To use your skills as an actor to tell stories that make a make a real difference in the community, then
Mind Blank has a wonderful opportunity for you.
About Us:
Mind Blank delivers creative arts-based programs in schools and communities across Australia.
Mind Blank is a not-for-profit organisation that uses a creative and preventative approach to educate people about mental health and wellbeing strategies.
What You'll Be Doing:
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable adventure!
The Mind Blank creative team will be touring Darwin, Alice Springs, Katherine, and Nhulunbuy in collaboration with Carers NT. Carers NT supports Carers, individuals who provide unpaid personal care, support & assistance to family members and/or friends who have a disability; chronic, mental or terminal illness; a substance abuse issue; or who are frail or aged.
Your role will be to serve as an actor and storyteller during Mind Blank workshops showcasing carers’ lived experience. This live show format will be fun and interactive.
There will be a lot of travel on tour. This means you will be on the road and taking small planes to some of the most remote and special parts of the Northern Territory.
You will spend time outdoors on country working alongside a remarkable team.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
The major objectives for the Creative Team roles are to:
- Workshop creative scripts and new projects (ensemble effort)
- Deliver early intervention programs
- Assist in handling performance enquiries after a show
- Attend rehearsals and training
- Self-evaluate effectiveness against your own job description
- Project admin team efforts are required when nominated
What We Expect of You:
Strong organisational skills
Creative acting talent and storytelling
Ability and desire to take on a variety of tasks (in addition to acting responsibilities)
Highly focused and energetic manner
An open mind
Resilience and the ability to handle unexpected change
A personal and professional standard to which you hold yourself accountable
A relevant qualification or currently studying (e.g. Arts education, health, etc.)
Goals you are driven to achieve
The ability to work independently and be trustworthy
Essential Selection Criteria
Excited about the opportunity? So are we! Take the next step by getting in touch with the team today and don’t forget to share details about your formal education.
Our audition process involves reaching out and expressing your interest. Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll get in touch about audition preparation details.
Mind Blank is dedicated to fostering inclusivity and we aspire to create the most diverse workplace in Australia. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTI+ community, individuals with disabilities, as well as those who are embarking on their careers or have valuable experience.
At our core, we prioritise creating a positive work environment where everyone feels included, respected, safe and treated with fairness. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a Working With Children Check to ensure the safety of all.
If there are any adjustments we can make to our recruitment process to accommodate you better, please let us know in your application. We’re here to support you in showcasing your best self.
Next Steps
For further company information, please visit our website at mindblank.org.au. Want to get in touch? Contact 0468912399 or info@mindblank.org.au, using the subject line: Actor Role enquiry for more details.
If you want to be part of an incredible company that makes a real difference in the community, apply now.
