Studio Supervisor

Studio Supervisor – Ongoing, Full Time (5 days per week)

AFTRS is the national screen and audio school – the only Australian education institution to consistently make The Hollywood Reporter‘s prestigious annual list of the top film schools in the world. Working hand-in-hand with the screen and broadcast industries, AFTRS is a global centre of excellence that delivers the highest level of screen and audio education, training and research across Australia.

We are looking for an experienced Studio Supervisor to assist in maintaining safe operating practices in AFTRS studios and the delivery of high-quality Grip and Lighting support with a focus on WHS and industry best practice. This role will advise on budget requirements and ensure relevant budgets are tracked and accurately represent department needs. You will oversee and coordinate Grip and Lighting store equipment bookings, schedule Grip and Lighting crew and external grips and gaffers, as well as supervise the management and maintenance of equipment and stock takes. This role provides technical advice and assistance to students and staff.

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About the role:
As the Studio Supervisor at AFTRS, you will:

1. Ensure WHS and AFTRS safety processes and procedures are followed and maintained in AFTRS studios and sets.
2. Coordinate the provision of Grip and Lighting instruction, advice, support and assistance to students and staff.
3. Provide advice and manage expectations of stakeholders in relation to resource and equipment allocation in partnership with the Timetabling Resource Coordinator to ensure equipment and staff are allocated effectively and equitably.
4. Supervise and oversee the booking, management and maintenance of Grip and Lighting equipment.
5. Identify, review and implement solutions for equipment booking issues. Liaise with relevant staff to resolve day-to-day and more complex equipment booking conflicts and other issues in relation to the delivery of the Award and Short courses.
6. In collaboration with the Head of Production Operations, track and forecast budgetary and resource requirements.
7. Attend and contribute technical and equipment advice to pre-delivery, feasibility and final production meetings.
8. Assist in the setup and operation of Grip and Lighting equipment as required.
9. Maintain clean and safe studios in partnership with Production Support Supervisor and Head of Facilities.
10. Create and maintain culturally and psychologically safe working and learning environments.
11. Occasional night and weekend work may be required.

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About you – you have:

1. Substantial experience and knowledge of the film and/or TV production processes.
2. Experience in managing and operating relevant equipment with a focus on Grip and Lighting.
3. Substantial knowledge of, and experience with, industry safety requirements and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS).
4. The ability to supervise a small team with high volume workload multiple stakeholders and varying requirements.
5. Proven problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to manage competing priorities with students and staff.
6. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
7. Experience with resource management software and booking systems.
8. Experience in creating and maintaining culturally and psychologically safe working and learning environments.
9. Possess or willingness to obtain a current White Card, Rigging Ticket and qualification in Senior First Aid.

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It is mandatory to hold a current Australian Citizenship or Australian Permanent Residency at the time that you apply for this position.

As a creative organisation, we understand the importance of offering flexible working to support your own creativity, wellbeing, and balance. We will genuinely consider applications for job share and part time working. We also support working from home and flexible working hours.

AFTRS is committed to building a richly diverse staff and faculty. AFTRS actively supports and appreciates workplace diversity, First Nations values, and we strongly encourage and welcome applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from a wide range of backgrounds and people with a disability. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments through our recruitment and selection process. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please email [email protected] or call 02 9805 6610.

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Please note, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Working with Children Check and possess a current White Card.

Salary: AFTRS Level 6.1 - 6X1 ($82,310 - $87,078) + up to 15.4% super, and excellent benefits.

The closing date is 14 May 2024 11:59pm. Late applications cannot be accepted.