Do you live and breathe creativity? Passionate about the transformative power of the arts? This is your moment to assist in meaningful work at the heart of Aotearoa’s cultural capital.

Join Wellington City Council’s Creative Capital team, where arts, culture, and events converge to celebrate the vibrant, diverse spirit of Pōneke. We’re looking for an Assistant Creative Producer - Events to join us in crafting experiences that leave lasting impacts and contribute into the heart of our city’s celebrations.

Why this role matters:

Wellington’s identity is built through its stories, its artists, its bold public moments. As an Assistant Creative Producer, you’ll help shape Pōneke’s cultural calendar - with a key focus on the activation of the Te Ngākau precinct. You’ll assist with concept development, deliver  production logistics, artist and stakeholder liaison, and marketing coordination. It’s a hands-on, heart-filled role for someone who wants to be part of something meaningful.

You’ll support the delivery of events that reflect the voices and values of our communities, all within the vision of our Aho Tini strategy a blueprint for a bold, inclusive cultural future.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assist in planning and delivering events that celebrate Wellington’s unique identity
• Support creative development, production logistics, budgeting, and communications
• Collaborate with artists, producers, and community groups
• Help build strong relationships with mana whenua and Māori creatives
• Ensure events run smoothly and are delivered on time and within scope
• Contribute to marketing, comms, and storytelling across channels
• Support strategic planning and policy development where needed

What you’ll bring

• A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. arts, design, cultural management, etc.)
• 2-3 years of experience in arts, events, or cultural production
• Familiarity with Wellington’s creative and cultural landscape
• A strong sense of cultural awareness and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Creativity, adaptability, and a collaborative spirit

About us

We're Working for Wellington. Wellington City Council's team provides more than 400 services every day for Wellingtonians - everything from parks and pools to consents and cemeteries - playing our part in making Pōneke an inclusive, sustainable, and creative capital for people to live, work and play.

Working for the Council offers you a range of benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, Council staff discounts and a range of learning and development programmes and opportunities. 

Applications close on Friday, 4 July 2025. All applications must be submitted online, and all applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Diversity: We want your application to enable you to portray the real you. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We welcome applications from all walks of life and like our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we serve.

Accessibility Support: We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing: recruitment@wcc.govt.nz  

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