Join the Empire

We're eager to work with arts-engaged individuals who can share in our love of live performance and our vision to nurture, enable and inspire dynamic cultural growth, championing experiences for with and by community.

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#Current opportunities

Check out the opportunities we currently have below, or check back again soon.


#Job opportunity: Social Media Coordinator

Job applications close: 5pm Tuesday 28 April 2026

We are looking for a Social Media Coordinator to join The Empire Marketing team and help strategise and curate our social media content calendars.

Position Summary

POSITION TYPE: Part Time
REPORTS TO: Marketing Manager

The Social Media Coordinator is responsible for coordinating The Empire’s Social Media content calendar and digital ads across several channels. Working collaboratively with the Marketing team and The Empire’s hiring clients, the Social Media Coordinator will support activities across the calendar of events throughout the year.


How To Apply

To apply for this role, applicants must submit a one-page cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of this role along with a current resume.

Please submit your application by 5pm Tuesday 28 April 2026 to employment@empiretheatre.com.au

The Empire is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.


#Job opportunity: Marketing Coordinator

Job applications close: 5pm Tuesday 28 April 2026

We're seeking a motivated and proactive Marketing Coordinator for a 6-month parental leave cover to support the Marketing team in implementing and delivering on marketing, promotions, and digital engagement goals.

Position Summary

POSITION TYPE: Full-time fixed-term parental leave cover (6 months)
REPORTS TO: Marketing Manager

The Marketing Coordinator responsibilities will include developing and analysing strategic email campaigns and marketing automations, managing and optimising our website content for user experience best practice, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver marketing activities. 


How To Apply

To apply for this role, applicants must submit a one-page cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of this role along with a current resume.

Please submit your application by 5pm Tuesday 28 April 2026 to employment@empiretheatre.com.au

The Empire is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.


#Expressions Of Interest: RAPIAC Committee

Applications close: 5pm, Monday 25th May 2026

We are taking expressions of interest from members of the First Nations community in the Toowoomba Region to join The Empire’s Reconciliation Action Plan Implementation and Advisory Committee (RAPIAC).

About The Empire

The Empire is regional Australia’s largest performing arts precinct, boasting several performance and function spaces. Annual attendance is over 130,000 across more than 800 events. Renowned for its classic art deco architecture, the heritage-listed theatre is an A-class performance venue. It is wholly owned by Toowoomba Regional Council and managed on its behalf by Empire Theatres Pty Ltd.


About The Role

The Empire is seeking 1–2 community members to join the RAPIAC and contribute to this important journey. The committee meets quarterly to plan, draft and review the RAP, as well as provide input into programming decisions. A sitting fee is available for non-salaried committee members.

Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs) enable organisations to sustainably and strategically take meaningful action to advance reconciliation, and The Empire is currently implementing a Reflect RAP, with Board and staff committed to progressing to an Innovate RAP in 2026/27.


Skills, Experience & Qualifications

No formal experience or qualifications are required; however, ideal applicants will demonstrate:

• A passion for the arts
• A strong connection to community
• An interest in arts and culture as a tool for connection and reconciliation

These are identified First Nations roles. Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.

The Empire is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions.


How To Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your expression of interest along with your capability statement by 5pm Monday 25 May 2026 to employment@empiretheatre.com.au or call Jeanette Wedmaier, Programs and Engagement Manager, on 4698 9925 to learn more.


#Expressions of Interest

If the idea of working with artists and audiences through The Empire excites you, we want to hear about it! Have a look through some of the areas of employment and send us an enquiry with a bit about you and where you see yourself fitting in our company.

Areas of employment

Bar
Ticketing
Administration
Community Engagement
Functions & Events
Marketing
Technical



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About us

As a cultural hub of the Darling Downs for more than 100 years, The Empire continues to serve our community with a focus on developing the arts in our region, delivering world class entertainment locally and telling the important stories.

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Volunteer


If you're looking to be a part of The Empire in a meaningful way, you can show your support through volunteering. There's perks to being a friend of The Empire!

Work Experience

Work Experience


As a fully functional theatre, there are a number of departments to undertake school based work experience, including the Technical Department, Marketing Department, Events, Ticketing and Front of House.

Acknowledgement
of country

The Empire acknowledges the Traditional Custodians, the Giabal, Jarowair and Western Wakka Wakka peoples, where we work and present stories. We would like to pay respect to the Elders, past and present and to all First Nations peoples.

Artwork: We Are Yuree by Adrian Bauwens

Empire Theatre