Talent Development Manager

The South Australian Film Corporation (SAFC) is the state’s lead agency for screen, dedicated to empowering world-class production and connecting South Australia’s voices, stories, and creative identity with global audiences. SAFC’s work is grounded in values of diversity, trust, collaboration, creativity and informed action.

We’re seeking a strategic, passionate Talent Development Manager to champion local writers, directors, producers and production companies to help shape the future of SA-led screen productions.

If you’re a connector and a champion of creative talent, have deep knowledge of the screen sector and you value inclusivity and innovation and you’re committed to empowering diverse voices in screen storytelling, we’d love to hear from you.

The Talent Development Manager is a key role within the Production team focused on engaging with emerging and established SA writers, directors, producers and production companies to stimulate and develop future SA-led production activity.

By actively managing talent and business development programs, promotion and partnerships, you’ll support SA talent and IP to drive a future pipeline of SA-led film, television and online screen production from diverse content creators in the state.

You’ll Be Responsible For:

- Building and maintaining strong relationships with SA writers, directors, producers and production companies,
- Leading talent and script development programs, providing guidance and supporting market access,
- Delivering Diversity and Inclusion, and First Nations screen strategies across talent development,
- Managing funding applications and outcomes for script and industry development programs,
- Supporting entry level an emerging talent to build a strong pipeline of SA-led screen production,
- Driving strategic partnerships, that boost sustainability and demand for SA screen businesses,
- Monitoring project milestones and ensure timely data-informed reporting and recommendations.

You’ll Bring:

- Demonstrated knowledge of the Australian and international screen sector, particularly including development pathways, funding frameworks and market trends,
- Experience managing screen talent or industry development programmes (preferably with grant or funding responsibilities),
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a proven ability to support underrepresented talent,
- Experience advocating for creative businesses and talent in national and international contexts,
- Organisational reporting and data analysis skills that support strategic decision making,
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusion with experience delivering programs for diverse communities, including First Nations, Deaf and disabled, LGBTQIA+ and CALD.

You’ll play a critical role in shaping the future of South Australia’s screen industry, backed by a values-driven government agency, and working within a collaborative, forward-thinking culture. Flexible working options are available following the probationary period.

For further information including how to apply, please visit the position listing on the SAFC website.

--Diversity and Flexibility Statement--

The SAFC promotes diversity and flexible ways of working. First Nations peoples, Deaf and disabled applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.