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Job Type: Ongoing / Non-ongoing; Full timeJob Category: Arts, CultureAbout the National Film and Sound ArchiveThe National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA) is Australias audiovisual archive,telling the national story by collecting, preserving and sharing audiovisual media, the culturalexperience platforms of our time. The collection itself dates back to 1935, making it one of theworlds oldest audiovisual collections. It is also one of the countrys most used culturalcollections, with around 125 million views of collection content each year. The NFSA is in aperiod of significant change. Following increased Government investment, the institution is in aprocess of digital transformation, establishing the NFSA as Australias most dynamic and valuedcultural organisation. We are rebuilding our curatorial workforce and developing the NFSAscapacity to digitise our collection at scale to preserve it for the future, to make sure it can bediscovered, and to share it with all Australians.We continue to work on developing a stable, secure and future-proof workforce across our fourphysical sites based in Canberra and Mitchell in the ACT as well as in Sydney and Melbourne.We are also undergoing a program of business improvement for many of our corporate systemsto improve efficiency and reduce manual handling.We are an ambitious organisation, and we aim to be an employer of choice within the Galleries,Libraries, Archives and Museums (GLAM) sector, providing exciting and challenging work, aswell as favourable employment conditions and unique development opportunities for our staff.Cultural ValuesWe are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such asveterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIAcommunity members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as thosefrom varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At the NFSA we prioritise the development of a safe,inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align withour strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia is committed to ensuring a child-safe andchild-friendly environment. All employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to, andsupport for these principles in theory and practice.About the TeamThe Technical and Production team is part of the Programs and Operation section. The sections key objectives are to increase NFSAs relevance, reach and revenue, particularly through experiences at our headquarters in Acton. The Technical and Production team is responsible forthe delivery and maintenance of on-site public programs and experiences at our Acton location,including:Baseline Experiences Our always on experience welcomes visitors to our revitalisedheritage spaces and courtyard with digital and object-based displays.Gallery Series A program of conferences, events and digital installations ofcommissioned artworks in our main gallery space.Film Series A year-round program of screenings in our award-winning, heritage-listedArc Cinema and Theatrette.Partnership Series- The team collaborates with external strategic partners to deliver jointprograms and events such as film festivals and symposia. Through these partnerships,NFSA builds community and participates as a key voice in the conversation about identity, city renewal, placemaking and design.Live@NFSA The team supports delivery of live events and public programs onsite.Commercial Venue Hire Many of our revitalised spaces are available for hire and moreare coming online. The NFSA recognises venue hire as an opportunity to connect withdiverse audiences, develop business tourism and generate revenue.Additionally, the team collaborates with teams across the NFSA to deliver internal corporateevents and provide technical support to Learning programs.The OpportunityThe Technical Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of NFSA screening programsincluding digital and 35mm and 16mm film formats, technical equipment operation andmaintenance, and managing and training casual projection and audiovisual staff. The TechnicalCoordinator reports directly to the Technical Supervisor and is also responsible for maintainingvarious internal stakeholder and external customer relationships.Please note: This recruitment process is intended to fill both current and future vacancies. While the position on offer is ongoing, a merit pool of suitable applicants may be established to fill similar both ongoing and non-ongoing positions within the next 18 months.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities/DutiesUnder limited direction, the Technical Coordinator is responsible for delivering the followingfunctions:Manage and supervise the team, including:Training casual staff.Leading the teams works-in-progress (WIPs).Conducting planning sessions.Monitoring and documenting program delivery, providing updates as required.Coordinate digital and analogue screening materials for NFSA programming, includingsourcing screen materials from distributors and other program partners.Test and prepare content including condition reports for 35mm and 16mm film prints.Administer NTLC collection and outwards loans using online platform Libero.Manage distribution of Collection films, including managing relationships withCollection stakeholders and hirers.Manage Content Management Systems across NFSA public spaces, platforms andprograms.Monitor and maintain projection and audiovisual equipment and systems, includingannual maintenance program.Provide technical advice and support to Technical & Production projects, NFSAprograms, partner programs and venue hirers as required.Support production planning and delivery, including:coordinating and managing external contractors to deliver technical services,conceptualising and implementing technical requirements for programs,managing bump-ins and technical rehearsals, including artist liaison,assisting with AV bump-in/out and technical operation for programs; andensuring compliance with Work Health and Safety policies and procedures.Selection CriteriaThe successful candidate will demonstrate their capacity against the following:Highly developed technical knowledge relevant to a cinema and live events environmentwith experience coordinating and operating digital and analogue screening materialsand infrastructure.Highly developed skills in coordinating and administering screening programs and liveperformance events.Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a small team of technical specialistseffectively.Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintaineffective stakeholder relationships.Desired Skills and ExperienceOperation of analogue screening materials, including 35mm and 16mm film prints andprojection equipment.Technical qualifications or equivalent knowledge demonstrated through experience in arelevant field.Recent relevant experience in administration, client services, collection managementand/or similar.Recent relevant experience in managing a technical team.The following work environment description outlines the inherent requirements of the role andindicates how frequently each of these requirements would need to be performed. Please notethat the National Film and Sound Archive is committed to providing reasonable adjustmentsand ensuring all individuals have equal opportunities in the workplace.How to ApplyWhen applying via our online e-recruitment system, please provide a written application addressing each Selection Criteria. Your current resume is also to be included in your application.In addition to an application and your resume, the assessment process for this position may also include an interview and referee reports.We welcome and encourage applications from people with disability, the LGBTIQ+ communities, from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information see: RecruitAbility | Australian Public Service Commission (be eligible for this position you must:Be an Australian Citizen.Satisfactorily complete an Australian Federal Police National Police Check.Obtain and maintain a Working with Vulnerable People registration.What we offer youWe provide a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment with access to:Great training and development opportunities.Generous leave and flexible working arrangements.Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP a free counselling service for you and your family).Rewards and recognition initiatives.Contact OfficerPlease direct initial enquiries by email only to:Justin Watson | Manager Technical & ProductionE: justin.watson@nfsa.gov.au #J-18808-Ljbffr