Production Coordinator

We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.
- This role is classified as Level 2 role under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement (with a base salary range of 68,239 - $89,139). The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework._

About Us

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful, and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.

Our purpose, for the last 50 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

About the Role

This role will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations our Newsroom.

Reporting into the Senior Production Managers within the World News Admin team, you will:

- Work closely with the Scheduling Supervisor in making roster changes, communicating changes with staff.
- Complete a range of administrative tasks, including invoice processing, expense reconciliations, account/subscription management & minor procurement.
- Monitor, action & archive the News Admin Inbox, maintain DocHub & other file management systems.
- Plan and book all staff domestic travel including preparing risk assessments and assist with international travel when required.
- Facilitate contractor engagement, including preparing contracts, contractor induction, invoice management & payment.
- Manage staff on-boarding, including new starter orientation & training programs.
- Contribute to Newsroom training planning, documentation, and record-keeping.
- Assist with the planning & delivery of Newsroom events, including organising catering.
- Provide support as required to the Production Managers, News teams and assist staff with queries and requests.

About You

Ideally, you will bring:

- Strong production administration experience, ideally with an understanding of broadcast or news & current affairs operations.
- Familiarity with rostering platforms and a working knowledge of rostering principals & compliance.
- Demonstrated knowledge of contract management.
- Confidence in liaising with a high number of internal & external stakeholders, at times under broadcast critical conditions.
- A strong, engaging communicator, a resourceful critical thinker capable of responding in a deadline-driven environment.

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your detail as whilst we have specific requirements in mind we can look at how we can bridge the gaps

Some of the reasons to consider working with us:

- The people We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you’ll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia
- The culture and the engagement of our workforce 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS
- We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Pass.
- We’re agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 50 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments
- We also love to promote from within We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.

For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS

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