An annual festival with special events taking place throughout the year, Words on the Waves was founded in 2021 and is the Central Coast’s first and only writers’ festival. In 2026, it will celebrate its sixth year from May 27 – May 31.
In order to assist with the successful delivery of our 2026 program, we are now recruiting for a Production Contractor. This is a paid, fixed price contract position.
The Production Contractor will work closely with the Words on the Waves Writers Festival team to provide operational and production support, ensuring the smooth delivery of events and activities at the 2026 festival, with a particular focus on the marquee site (The Dip). This is an opportunity to contribute to the success of a thriving not-for-profit event fostering a vibrant arts and literary culture on the Central Coast.
HOW TO APPLY
Please read over the role description here.
Please email your application as one document to program@wordsonthewaves.com.au with ‘Production Contractor job application’ in the subject line.
Written applications should include a cover letter (1 page maximum) that addresses the selection criteria, your resume (1 page maximum) which should include the name and contact details for two referees.
THANK YOU, THIS ROLE HAS BEEN FILLED.
For any enquiries please email festival director Angela Bennetts program@wordsonthewaves.com.au
Words on the Waves is a registered charity.
Its mission is: To deliver an immersive annual festival of stories, ideas and connection, set against the scenic Central Coast, and to enrich the cultural landscape of the region year-round.
Its goals are: • To establish a sustainable and growing organisation that enriches the cultural landscape of the Central Coast through a consistent flow of events • To deliver a program that’s diverse, thought-provoking, and has a commitment to place and community • To foster literacy in the next generation of readers and writers • To attract visitors to the region, showcasing its natural and cultural offerings, local artists and businesses • To create an intimate gathering place for readers and writers to connect • To showcase Australian authors and their stories
The Words on the Waves 2026 dates are May 27 – May 31. The program will be revealed in April 2026. Sign up to the mailing list here.
