Investment Manager – Narrative Content (Production)

We are seeking a talented creative professional of Indigenous Australian descent, to join our Narrative Content Unit as an Investment Manager.

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

Screen Australia’s Content Department, is where the magic of storytelling comes to life. We’re all about creating engaging content that connects with audiences. Our work spans everything from feature films and TV dramas to digital projects and games through to documentaries and children’s. Our mission is to encourage quality, innovation, and cultural value, by supporting projects of scale and ambition, as well as distinct local stories told with strong creative voices.

About the role

We are currently seeking a talented Indigenous Australian professional to join our Narrative Content Unit as an Investment Manager. Under the guidance of the Head of Production and working collaboratively with the broader Content and Operations Department, the Investment Manager will play a pivotal role in assessing applications, special initiatives and funded projects across Screen Australia’s Narrative Content Development and Production funds. The role may also be required to represent Screen Australia at industry events both locally and internationally.

If you are passionate about content creation and ready to make an impact, we invite you to submit your expression of interest.

About you:

• Strong track record in one or more aspects of developing, producing, commissioning, directing, writing, distributing or financing for narrative projects across feature film, television or online/ direct to audience/ interactive narrative.
• Ability to demonstrate high levels of well-developed creative and commercial skills and knowledge, including the ability to provide comments on scripts and creative materials.
• In-depth knowledge of the Australian and international screen industry, across all platforms.
• Knowledge of production budgets, recoupment structures and other financial matters related to production.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and ability to manage administrative tasks.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to represent Screen Australia professionally.
• Proven ability to contribute positively to team dynamics and workplace culture.

The benefits

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of Australian screen content. We offer:

• Collaborative, creative and high performing team environment.
• The chance to contribute to the success of diverse and impactful projects.
• Competitive salary + 15.4% super.
• Industry networking and professional development opportunities.

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:

Please note that 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.

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 Friday, 9 October 2026.