Producer, Tarnanthi

About the Business - Art Gallery of South Australia

The Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA) was founded in 1881 and its vision is to be the most inspiring art destination in Australia. Its purpose is to serve the community by transforming the lives of artist and audiences, achieving this through its world-renowned art collection, gallery building, exhibitions, festivals and events, for current and future generations. AGSA presents a dynamic program of temporary exhibitions, pillar exhibitions of international and Australian art and three flagship offerings being the Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art, Tarnanthi Festival of Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, and the Ramsay Art Prize. The AGSA collection comprises more than 48,000 works of art spanning two millennia and embracing all art forms. The collection exists for our audiences to comprehend the past, to navigate the present, and as a potent avenue to imagine the future. Placing art, artists and audiences at the very heart of who we are guides AGSAs artistic and public programs. AGSA contributes positively to cultural cohesion, social wellbeing, creativity, engaged citizenship and the economic life in South Australia.

Role Details

Tarnanthi is Australia's leading contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art festival, celebrating the strength, creativity and cultural leadership of First Nations artists from across the country.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Producer to help shape and deliver Tarnanthi's vision. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside artists, communities, cultural leaders and partners to create a festival that honours First Nations voices, stories and creative practice.

As Producer, Tarnanthi, you will play a key leadership role in bringing the festival to life, supporting meaningful engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and communities while ensuring the successful delivery of a major cultural event with national significance.

AGSA Kaurna yartangka yuwanthi.

AGSA stands on Kaurna land.

Special Conditions

· The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.

· The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.

· Some work outside of normal hours will be required.

· Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will be required.

· This role requires a working with children check.

· This role requires a National Criminal History check.

· In accordance with Section 52(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA), applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

For a Role Description, further information and how to apply please visit https://iworkfor.sa.gov.au and search vacancy number 851890.

Enquiries to:

Tansy Curtin - Assistant Director, Artistic & Collection Programs

Phone: (08) 7085 1***

Email: ************@artgallery.sa.gov.au

Applications close: 10 October 2026 at 11:00pm