Vacancy Details

Film and Development Officer

  • Salary Range Band 6 $99,631 - $108,597 plus 12% Super
  • Temporary Full time backfill role, approximately 10 months for employee on secondment
  • Located at St Kilda Town Hall or with flexible working arrangements possible.

About City of Port Phillip 

We are a vibrant and diverse inner-city council stretching 20kms from South to Port Melbourne along the stunning bay beaches down to Elwood and out to St Kilda East with around 1000 people who all work together to deliver more than 100 programs and services to our engaged community of residents, businesses and visitors. What does that mean? Think, childcare, libraries, parks, recreation, waste rubbish collection, road maintenance, family and youth services, property & assets, city planning & development, customer experience, digital technology, governance, people, culture and safety, and of course South Melbourne Market!  City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation. 

Manage the way film comes to life across Port Phillip by leading our end-to-end permitting process and championing seamless, well-supported productions in our public spaces. Create strong relationships with filmmakers, artists, local businesses and internal teams to unlock potential opportunities, streamline approvals and position Port Phillip as a vibrant, scrreen-friendly city. Build the reputation of the Shakespeare Grove Artist Studios by driving tenancies, supporting artists and activating creative experiences that connect with our community.

This role thrives in a team that values working together, creative and strategic thinking, personal growth, performance, courage, integrity, and always putting community first - and every day you’ll bring those values to life. 

Duties:

  • Manage all film permit applications, assessments, approvals and compliance across public spaces. 
  • Create clear, solution-focused liaison pathways for filmmakers, residents and internal stakeholders
  • Build strong industry and community relationships to attract and support film activity in Port Phillip
  • Lead the operations, tenancy processes and artist support for the Shakespear Grove Artist activity
  • Maintain accurate records, systems and communications to support permitting and studio activity 

Skills and Experience 

  • Relevant diploma or degree in arts, film, events, media or a related field.
  • Demotstaed experience in film permitting, public-space filming or screen industry operations
  • Strong project management, policy development and admin skills
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management capability

Security Requirements and Professional Obligations   

Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.  

Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:

  • Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
  • Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and                                                       
  • Sufficient proof of their identity. 
  • Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider.

How to Apply

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All applicants must provide a Resume and Cover Letter in response to the key selection criteria located on the last page of the position description. The Cover Letter should be no longer than 2 pages and include each heading in the Key Selection Criteria.

Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be provided feedback.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Deitra Herron, Senior Events Manager via email at deitra.herron@portphillip.vic.gov.au 

Applications close 11.59pm Sunday 22 March 2026

The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability.

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Yass Mustafa (Recruitment and Employee Experience Advisor) on phone 0468 576 806 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au