LEVELLING
THE MIX
20 - 22 MARCH
INTRODUCTION
We are looking for enthusiastic women (18+) to join our Sound Engineering Residency Project - Levelling the Mix. This is a high-impact technical residency embedded within the 2026 Lake Cullulleraine Music Festival, designed to address the gender imbalance within the sound engineering industry and to build the capacity of Mallee creatives.
In partnership with the Lake Cullulleraine Music Festival, participants will be immersed in a live festival environment. Following an intensive training residency, you will move from theoretical knowledge to 'hands-on' learning by operating the festival’s second stage. Throughout the program, you will be fully supported and mentored by industry professionals, including a dedicated trainer and project mentor.
PLACES ARE LIMITED SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION BY MARCH 2
PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible for this program, you must:
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Identify as a woman.
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Be aged 18 or over.
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Commit to a compulsory training day on Friday, March 20th .
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Work a minimum of 4 professional hours on-site during the festival weekend.
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Complete the short application via the link below by March 2.
ACCESS & SUPPORT
ACCOMMODATION & TRAVEL
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Stay on Site: Participants who wish to stay at Lake Cullulleraine can choose between a bed in the Artist Dormitory or a reserved camping spot (BYO gear).
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Travel: You will need to organize your own transport to and from the festival. Please note that Lake Cullulleraine is approximately 55km from Mildura.
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ACCESS & MEALS & ALLOWANCES
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Festival Pass: All participants receive a free full festival pass.
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Friday Meals: We will provide all meals during the Friday training intensive.
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Weekend Meals: For the rest of the festival, you will need to supply your own meals during your stay.
ATTENDANCE & ROSTERING
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Compulsory Training: Every participant must attend the full Training Intensive on Friday.
- Rostered Hours: You are required to complete a minimum of 8 professional hours on-site over the weekend.
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Flexible Shifts: To support different needs and abilities, these 8 hours are flexible. Your roster can be broken down into multiple short shifts over the 3 days or a full 8 hour shift.