Investment Manager, First Nations

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 First Nations Department at Screen Australia works to support bold First Nations screen stories, authored by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander screen practitioners. The department has proudly funded award-winning content such as Total Control, Mystery Road and Redfern Now (ABC), and feature films such as Sweet Country, Goldstone and Samson and Delilah, as well as numerous documentaries, factual series, short films and most recently online series.

About the role

We have an excellent opportunity for a talented professional to join our First Nations Department as an Investment Manager. Working collaboratively with the other members of the team, you will leverage your knowledge of First Nations screen culture and your creative experience producing, writing and/or script editing to evaluate project proposals, assess funding applications; and manage a slate of funded projects across the Department’s funding programs and initiatives. You will liaise with industry practitioners to provide information on funding opportunities and advice on applications, as well as work closely with funded applicants to facilitate the successful completion and delivery of projects.

This opportunity is for a 12-month parental leave contract and will be based in either our Sydney or Melbourne offices.
 

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in Film studies/Arts/Media or related work experience.

• Previous experience in a similar role or recent credited experience at a creative level in any of the following: feature film, short film, documentary, animation and/or interactive media in roles such as, producer, production manager, line producer, writer or script editor.

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Indigenous society and culture and an understanding of the issues affecting First Nations people in contemporary Australian society, including the diversity of circumstances in First Nations communities.

• Knowledge of production budgets, finance plans and the commissioning processes.

• Good creative judgment with a proven ability to evaluate ideas, scripts and other proposals and ability to assess the production and budget implications of scripts and project proposals.

The benefits

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of Australian storytelling. You will be part of a collaborative and dynamic team, working at the heart of the screen industry. In return, we offer:

• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

• Competitive salary and benefits, including 15.4% super.

• Professional development opportunities and industry engagement.

• The chance to contribute to the success of diverse and compelling screen projects.
  

This is an Indigenous identified position.  Applicants must be of Indigenous Australian descent, identify as an Indigenous Australian and be accepted as such by the community with which he/she is associated.

The filling of this employment opportunity is intended to constitute a special measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act.

At Screen Australia, we welcome and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents of all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other dimension of diversity. We recognise that a diverse workforce is essential to our success. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees to thrive and succeed.

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 5pm on Friday 28 August 2026.