Development and Investment Manager

Screen Australia is the Commonwealth Government’s primary agency for supporting Australian screen projects, practitioners and businesses. We support projects of scale and ambition, distinct local stories told with strong creative voices and risk-taking content for all platforms.

The successful candidate will be engaged under the Screen Australia Act 2008

About us

The Screen Australia Documentary Unit is dedicated to leading and supporting the creation of impactful, high-quality documentaries that resonate with Australian and International Audiences. As a trusted partner in the industry, we bring integrity, accountability, and a passion for storytelling to all our projects. Our goal is to cultivate an impactful and sustainable documentary sector, empowering Australian voices to reach global audiences through powerful, thought-provoking screen content.

About the role

We are seeking a Development and Investment Manager to join our Documentary Unit. Reporting to the Head of Documentary and working with the broader Documentary team this position will assess and manage applications for funding across Screen Australia’s Documentary programs and initiatives. The successful candidate will liaise with industry practitioners to provide information and advice regarding applications, and work closely with applicants to ensure funded projects are successfully completed and delivered. This position may require some travel.

About you

• A strong track record in relevant roles such as developing, producing, directing, writing, commissioning across documentary and or factual projects that demonstrates high levels of creative, strategic and commercial skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrable high-level knowledge and understanding of the Australian and international screen industry, across all platforms.
• Demonstratable knowledge of the local and global industry landscape including with regards to innovation, funding models, distribution and audience trends across all platforms.
• Demonstrated knowledge of production budgets, finance plans and other financial matters related to production.

The benefits

In return you will receive a competitive salary + 15.4% super, work in our modern offices in Ultimo; and become part of a collaborative, creative and high performing team environment.

At Screen Australia, we recognise that a diverse workforce is essential to our success. We are committed to increasing workplace inclusion and diversity and encourage applications from individuals with unique perspectives, experiences, talents and all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, while at Screen Australia, employees are unable to access any state or Screen Australia funding, in addition to freelancing on any Screen Australia productions.

How to apply

For further information on this position and to apply, please visit the Screen Australia website: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/about-us/who-we-are/jobs-with-screen-australia

Applications must be received by Friday, 22 November 2024.