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The team at CCAT is small but all love what we do. See below for openings to join us.

We are currently hiring for the positions below. Please read through our ads and email us recruitment@ccat.org.nz when applying.

Cuba Quarter Liaison

Cuba Quarter Liaison - CubaDupa
Location: Wellington, NZ
Contract: Part-time, fixed-term

Do you love building relationships, supporting communities, and being at the heart of large-scale events? CubaDupa, Wellington’s iconic and free street festival, is looking for a people-focused Cuba Quarter Liaison to help us deliver an unforgettable event in 2026.

About the role
The Cuba Quarter Liaison is the key connector between the festival and the Cuba Street precinct. You’ll work closely with businesses, vendors, residents, and body corporates to ensure the festival runs smoothly for everyone. From coordinating food vendors and retail stalls, to communicating with local businesses about access and logistics, to supporting sustainability initiatives – you’ll be on the ground making sure the community feels informed, supported, and engaged.

During the festival weekend, you’ll play a critical role in managing vendor operations, resolving issues, and ensuring health and safety compliance across the footprint – all while upholding the manaakitanga and spirit that makes CubaDupa unique.

Key responsibilities include:

Coordinating vendor registrations, payments, logistics, and onsite operations
Liaising with Cuba Street businesses, residents, and body corporates about access, parking, and disruptions
Supporting sustainability and waste management plans with vendors
Overseeing vendor infrastructure needs (power, waste, lighting, barriers)
Monitoring and escalating any health & safety or unauthorised activity
Assisting with sponsor activations connected to vendors
Providing clear and proactive communications to stakeholders
Leading vendor management during the CubaDupa weekend (28–29 March 2026)

We’re looking for someone who:

Has strong stakeholder and relationship management skills
Is experienced in vendor or event operations (ideally large-scale festivals/events)
Can juggle multiple deadlines and remain calm under pressure
Communicates clearly and confidently with diverse stakeholders
Understands health and safety in events and can handle issues on the ground
Is organised, adaptable, and comfortable using digital systems (Airtable, Google Workspace, Xero preferred)
Brings a professional, approachable, and solutions-focused presence onsite

Contract Dates: 29 September 2025 – 17 April 2026

Salary details and Hours Schedule in job description

How to apply: Send your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit for this role to recruitment@ccat.org.nz by Sunday August 31st at 5pm. Applications may close early based on applications received. Interviews will be conducted the first week of September.

Join the CubaDupa team and help us create magic in the heart of Wellington’s Cuba Quarter!

Operations Manager

Operations Manager – NZ Fringe Festival

Location: Wellington, NZ
Employment type: Fixed-term (Festival Contract)

Do you thrive in the fast-paced world of events and love bringing creative projects to life? NZ Fringe Festival is looking for an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager to join our team and help deliver one of the most vibrant arts festivals in Aotearoa.

About the role

The Operations Manager is the backbone of our festival delivery, ensuring smooth ticketing operations, seamless venue coordination, excellent audience experiences, and strong support for our artists, partners, and team. You’ll be managing key systems, overseeing box office and merchandise, liaising with venues, supporting volunteers, and making sure every operational detail runs like clockwork.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing festival ticketing systems (Red61), reporting, and reconciliation
Coordinating venues, FOH ticketing equipment, and schedules
Delivering sponsor benefits and activations
Overseeing merchandise sales and inventory
Managing volunteer training and FOH teams
Handling artist and audience enquiries with warmth and professionalism
Maintaining festival processes, manuals, and operational documentation

We’re looking for someone who:

Has strong event operations or ticketing management experience
Can juggle multiple priorities with calm efficiency
Is a confident communicator who builds great relationships
Has excellent attention to detail and thrives in problem-solving
Enjoys working in a collaborative, creative environment
Is comfortable with tech systems (experience with Red61, Airtable, and Google Drive is a plus)

Why join us?
You’ll be part of a passionate team delivering unforgettable experiences for artists and audiences alike. This is your chance to work at the heart of NZ Fringe, support hundreds of creative projects, and help shape one of Wellington’s most exciting cultural events.

Contract dates: October 13, 2025 – March 27, 2026

How to apply: Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you’d be perfect for this role to recruitment@ccat.org.nz by Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 5pm.

Salary: Details in Job Description.

Join us in making magic happen at NZ Fringe 2025!

Artists and Venues Coordinator

Artist & Venue Coordinator – NZ Fringe Festival
Location: Wellington, NZ

Contract: Fixed-term (Festival Contract)

Do you love connecting people, supporting artists, and making creative events run smoothly? The New Zealand Fringe Festival is looking for a friendly, organised, and proactive Artist & Venue Coordinator to be the go-to person for our incredible community of artists and venues.

About the role
You’ll be at the heart of the festival’s artist and venue experience – guiding them through registration, making sure they have the right information and support, and helping match shows with the perfect spaces. You’ll also assist with artist development programmes, funding schemes, and special festival events like the Programme Launch, Opening Gala and Fringe Awards.

It’s a people-focused role that blends communication, admin, and on-the-ground event delivery. No two days are the same, and you’ll be talking to everyone – from emerging artists to venue managers, from festival crew to sponsors.

Key responsibilities:

Manage artist and venue communications throughout registration and festival delivery
Coordinate artist services, passes, and information for the printed programme
Support artist development workshops and funding programmes (including Kākano)
Match artists with venues and ensure contracts, details, and logistics are in place
Assist with festival events, sponsor activations, and merchandise placement
Maintain up-to-date festival systems and records (Eventotron, Airtable, Google Drive)
Provide friendly, informed support to artists, venues, and audiences during the festival

We’re looking for someone who:

Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Can keep track of details while managing multiple deadlines
Is comfortable with event administration and systems (bonus if you know Eventotron or Red61)
Has experience in event delivery and understands artist and venue needs
Is proactive, adaptable, and thrives in a busy festival environment
Loves being part of a collaborative, creative team

Contract dates: September 22, 2025 – March 23, 2026

How to apply: Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you’d be perfect for this role to recruitment@ccat.org.nz by Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 5pm.

Salary: Details in Job Description.

Join us in making magic happen at NZ Fringe 2025!

Administrator

Festival Administrator – Creative Capital Arts Trust
Location: 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!