Presenter Training Programme Aotearoa
Organisation
Auckland Live and PAC AustraliaCloses
Jan 27, 2026Posted on
Nov 28, 2025Opportunity type:
Call for entries ,Region:
Auckland ,
What is this programme?
The Presenter Training Programme Aotearoa is a structured programme to engage emerging Presenters in New Zealand with training in the fundamentals and principles of ‘being a Presenter’. This Programme is a partnership with PAC Australia and draws on the skills and experience of New Zealand and Australian performing arts professionals.
The Programme aims to develop leadership among emerging presenters in the New Zealand performing arts ecology, support new ways of thinking when programming, develop pathways for growth within the profession, and nurture a resilient support network of professionals.
Is this programme for me?
The programme offers insights and strategies for New Zealand presenters new to their role and seeking to develop their knowledge, confidence and capacity to work autonomously.
It also suitable for staff looking for professional development to move into a management role. Presenter Training Programme Aotearoa is open for a maximum of 20 participants to develop a strong network and learn collaboratively.
Eligibility:
The programme is designed for participants who programme or run venues or festivals within their community in Aotearoa.
Time Commitment:
The Programme runs for six months commencing with an in-person intensive in March alongside the PANNZ Arts Market in Auckland as well as one in September at APAX in Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia.
Alongside these in-person events there are eight online sessions, dates and times can be seen below. Successful applicants are required to attend all online sessions and a minimum of one in-person intensive. Online options are provided for in-person events as required.
Course Dates
This programme commences on 3 March 2026 at PANNZ and concludes on 30 September 2026.
| Tue 3 Mar, 2026 | Session 1 – In Person (PANNZ) | Time to be confirmed |
| Wed 1 Apr, 2026 | Session 2 (online) | 1pm - 3pm |
| Wed 29 Apr, 2026 | Session 3 (online) | 1pm – 3pm |
| Wed 20 May, 2026 | Session 4 (online) | 1pm – 3pm |
| Wed 10 Jun, 2026 | Session 5 (online with PTP Australia) | 1pm – 3pm |
| Wed 1 Jul, 2026 | Session 6 (online) | 1pm – 3pm |
| Wed 22 Jul, 2026 | Session 7 (online with PTP Australia) | 1pm – 3pm |
| Wed 12 Aug, 2026 | Session 8 In Person (APAX) | Full Day |
| Wed 30 Sep, 2026 | Session 9 (online) | 3.30pm - 5.30pm |
Cost
$950.00 NZD + GST
These fees include all online sessions and in-person intensive/s but do not cover any registration costs associated with attending PANNZ in Auckland or APAX in Meanjin/Brisbane. Fees must be paid prior to course commencement.
Key Dates
Applications open: Tue 18 Nov 2025
Applications close: Tue 27 Jan 2026
Notification of course acceptance: Week of Mon 2 Feb 2026
For further information, please contact Helaina Keeley, Manager of Performing Arts at Auckland Live, on helainak@aucklandlive.co.nz