Work at Film Victoria

Positions Vacant

Manager, Office of the CEO

Full time position
New role

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Manager - Office of the CEO will oversee the efficient management of all CEO office operations, administration, projects, initiatives and communications. The position serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters relating to the office, these include government and industry relations.

Working closely with the Manager, Strategy and Government this position plays a key role in embedding organisational strategies into the day-to-day operations of Film Victoria including supporting the Board, Executive Managers and Unit Managers through the strategic planning process, its delivery, performance monitoring and analysis and engaging with all staff.

This role is also responsible for Board related planning and administration.

The ideal candidate will have:

Significant experience managing the Office of a CEO including prioritising and responding to competing and often ambiguous demands while proactively and comprehensively co-ordinating CEO daily activity
Experience organising all aspects of travel including itineraries, accommodation, appointments, approvals, and related documentation
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to apply these to all correspondence and interactions. Experience drafting responses and preparing reports and papers will be essential
Demonstrated ability to provide support to development of corporate and ancillary strategies including providing assistance in developing, evaluating and building business cases and garnering support for projects and initiatives
Experience managing a cross functional Conditions Monitoring System to support the ongoing review of changing conditions and how they might impact organisational strategies
Previous experience in providing high level administrative support consistent with Corporate Governance to a Board
Tact, discretion and emotional awareness
Analytical skills and experience working under pressure across a broad range of activities

To learn more about Film Victoria please review our website.

If you require additional information or would like to discuss the role further, please contact Alison Bennett on (03) 9660 3243.

How to apply

Interested? To apply, please visit www.careers.vic.gov.au.

Candidates need to include a short statement addressing Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description.

Applications close Sunday 17 June 2018.

Information Management and Technology Systems Analyst

One year full time fixed-term position

The position of IMT Systems Analyst has end to end responsibilities for our information needs by supporting the ongoing use and development of the contact and contract management system, records management and HR systems. The position analyses business processes to identify and project manage potential improvements.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and will have:

Extensive experience using and supporting systems including MS SQL and SSRS, Microsoft Dynamics CRM. Experience with HPE Records Manager, Servers, Virtualisation and Cloud Systems will be highly regarded
Experience working within a small team to deliver projects and manage resources efficiently
Exceptional problem solving ability with the ability to proactively use business analytics and input from users to identify both business system and process improvements
Significant experience as a systems administrator having delivered training, assistance, advice and user documentation to all end users
Demonstrated high-level communication, influencing and negotiation skills including the ability to translate technical language to non-technical stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build and foster collaborative relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
Experience managing multiple demands and working to tight deadlines
Demonstrated project management experience

To learn more about Film Victoria please review our website.

If you require additional information or would like to discuss the role further, please contact Aziz Yacoub, Information and Technology Manager on (03) 9660 3259.

How to apply

Interested? To apply, please visit www.careers.vic.gov.au.

Candidates need to include a short statement addressing Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description.

Applications close Sunday 17th June 2018.

Head of Marketing and Screen Production Attraction

Executive leadership role
Full time position

As a member of the Film Victoria Executive Leadership team, the Head of Marketing and Screen Production Attraction will work closely with the CEO to develop strategic initiatives and policy that delivers cultural and creative capital to the state.

The role is responsible for:

Leading and managing the strategic direction and operations of the Marketing and Screen Production Attraction division
Marketing and developing Victoria as a leading and competitive destination for screen production activity nationally and internationally
Driving initiatives that build on Victoria’s screen capability and stimulate employment and economic spend in a dynamic global screen industry
Developing and maintaining strong client relationships to provide outstanding customer service
Developing and executing communications and marketing strategies and a brand strategy which markets Victoria as a go to destination for screen production

The ideal candidate will have:

Proven experience in strategic marketing including experience in formulating and delivering strategic marketing and communications activities
Strategic planning skills demonstrated through the development of business plans, programs and initiatives that translate strategic direction into operational activity
Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams to achieve performance objectives, prioritise competing demands, delegate work appropriately and manage budgets and resources
Experience in formulating and delivering strategic marketing and communications activities, including alignment of brand reputation concepts to activities
Client service delivery experience in either a business to business or Government to business environment. Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional outcomes and service excellence while effectively managing any associated risks
Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience in the national and international screen industry
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to clearly and confidently convey or present complex or sensitive information and ideas effectively through both verbal and written communication

To learn more about Film Victoria please review our website.

If you require additional information or would like to discuss the role further, please contact Alison Bennett, Human Resources Manager on (03) 9660 3243.

How to apply

Interested? To apply, please visit www.careers.vic.gov.au.

Candidates need to include a short statement addressing Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description.

Applications close Sunday 17 June 2018.

Manager, Development

2-year fixed-term position

Reporting to the Head of Screen Industry Programs, the Manager, Development is responsible for the development, implementation and day-to-day management of Film Victoria’s fiction development programs. This role also oversees the delivery of Film Victoria's documentary development programs and contributes to the delivery of other screen industry programs and initiatives.

The ideal candidate must be able to identify strong, original ideas and practitioners with distinctive writing talent, as well as assess and recommend development strategies for a range of projects – including narrative feature films, and drama, comedy and children’s fiction for television or online delivery.

The ideal candidate will have:

Extensive and current experience in creative development across a wide range of screen projects, and a demonstrated understanding of the fundamental principles of screenwriting for all narrative genres
Demonstrated experience in identifying talent and story ideas, and working with industry practitioners to develop their projects to be market ready
Proven ability to recommend appropriate strategies to both writers and producers which will assist them to bring their projects to the screen, whatever the platform
Established strong networks with industry decision makers and influencers including script consultants and producers.

To learn more about Film Victoria please review our website.

If you require additional information or would like to discuss the role further, please contact Ross Hutchens, Head of Screen Industry Programs on (03) 9660 3271.

How to apply

Interested? To apply, please visit www.careers.vic.gov.au.

Candidates need to include a short statement addressing each Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description.

Applications close Sunday 17 June 2018.

Production Executive

2-year full time fixed-term position (part time arrangements may be considered)

As a member of the Screen Industry Programs team, the Production Executive is responsible for the day-to-day management and delivery of Film Victoria’s development, production investment, and incentive programs.

The ideal candidate will have:

Current experience in the creative development, financing and production of narrative screen content with a particular strength in documentary
Proven ability in identifying talent and story ideas, devising strategies, and working with industry practitioners to bring their projects to the screen, whatever the platform
Established strong networks with industry decision makers and influencers including script consultants, producers, broadcasters, distributers, acquisitions and sales agents, talent agents and financiers
Demonstrated high level communication, problem solving, organisational and analytical skills

To learn more about Film Victoria please review our website.

If you require additional information or would like to discuss the role further, please contact Cathy Rodda, Development and Investment Manager on (03) 9660 3260.

How to apply

Interested? To apply, please visit www.careers.vic.gov.au.

Candidates need to include a short statement addressing Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description.

Applications close Sunday 17th June 2018.

Work Experience

Film Victoria is unable to offer work experience places.

We publish an online Industry Directory which lists companies in the film, television and digital media industries. You are welcome to contact relevant production companies directly regarding work experience opportunities they may offer.

See Early Career Practitioners for resources and general assistance with entering the film and television industry.