Position Number: 0058842
Location: Southbank
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Faculty: Fine Arts & Music
Department: Programs and Operations
Salary: UOM 7 – $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
Only current Continuing, Fixed-Term, and Casual staff are eligible to apply.
About the Role
The Virtual Production Lead plays a critical role in leading the development and operations of the Faculty of Fine Art and Music’s LED Volume Studio. This state-of-the-art facility supports the application, teaching, and research of LED Volume-related practices, encompassing filmmaking (Virtual Production), fine art, performing arts, interactive media, and research visualization.
The Virtual Production Lead is responsible for managing the LED Volume team, studio, and associated technologies. This involves identifying, integrating, and managing essential creative technologies, team capabilities, and resources. The Lead then strategically deploys these resources to facilitate teaching, student projects, and research initiatives in close consultation with academic staff.
By effectively managing the LED Volume Studio, the Virtual Production Lead ensures that it serves as a hub of innovation and creativity within the Faculty of Fine Art and Music. This role is pivotal in driving forward the faculty’s mission to integrate advanced digital technologies into teaching, research, and artistic practice, thereby enriching the educational experience and research capabilities of students and staff alike.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking candidates that demonstrate:
- Completion of a degree in Film, Interactive Media, or a related field, with significant industry experience or a combination of education and relevant training.
- Extensive experience using and configuring a variety of real-time technologies and 3D tools (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity3D, Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve).
- Proven ability to leverage technology for creative outcomes, with examples of effective troubleshooting under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to provide training, work collaboratively within a team, and constructively manage conflicts to achieve outcomes.
- Self-motivated and flexible, with the ability to work independently, respond to changing priorities, and balance multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong planning and coordination abilities to manage tasks and projects, meet deadlines, and handle competing demands.
- High-level proficiency with Mac and Windows operating systems and scripting for Digital Content Creation (DCC) editors or tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly, negotiate effectively, and interact tactfully with students, academic, and administrative staff.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
The Team - Programs and Operations
The Programs and Operations (P&O) team within the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music is a dynamic work area, delivering services, support and technical expertise to academics, students, professional staff and stakeholders. The team operates predominantly at the Southbank Campus within Melbourne’s Arts Precinct, as well as the University’s Parkville Campus.
The team oversees program planning, delivery, and operational functions across the following areas: production and technical; event coordination; film and recording studios; asset, equipment and resource management; facilities maintenance and support; capital works and building projects; Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), technical infrastructure; management of workshops, performance spaces, studios and galleries. The Programs and Operations team collectively ensures the effective planning and delivery of the Faculty's performance, creative and visual arts program, aligned with teaching & learning, research, and engagement priorities.
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience*
*A response to each of the Selection Criteria is not required, however you may make a brief statement as to how your skills and experience make you a good fit for the role.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please reach out to the contact person on the Position Description or the Portfolio Manager if you have any questions, require reasonable adjustments or wish to discuss the roles in further detail.
If you require any assistance with the application process or experience any issues with the application portal, please reach out to Talent Partner, Ana Gencic at ana.gencic@unimelb.edu.au
Applications close: Wednesday 4th December 2024, 11:55PM AEDT
Position Description: 0058842 - Virtual Production Lead PD.pdf
This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
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