Lead Registrar

**About ACMI**

ACMI is your museum of screen culture. Watch, play, make and discover the universe of screen-based art, films, TV and videogames. Visit us in Naarm/Melbourne's Fed Square, online and on tour. Our museum attracts millions of visitors through a vibrant offer of exhibitions, screenings, commissions and festivals. ACMI's industry, education and creative incubator programs inspire and develop the next generation of screen creatives. We are a globally recognised hub that connects people, communities, technology and ideas to shape our futures. More at acmi.net.au

**About the role**

Join ACMI as a Lead Registrar to deliver registration resourcing, coordination, planning, scheduling, installation and dispersal for ACMI's Exhibitions, Commissions and Collections. The role manages a small team and contractors to deliver registration activities and provide a high standard of service delivery in exhibitions, Commissions, collection care and outward loans. This is a new full-time ongoing role reporting to the Head of Registration & Collections.

**What you'll bring to the role**
- Relevant tertiary qualification with significant experience and professional training in exhibition and collection registration, including object-based works, Time-Base media and digital works, game-based works and related handling and exhibition production practices. Sound knowledge of current industry standards pertaining to collections and exhibition practices.
- Strong work organisation skills including the demonstrated ability to prioritise multiple competing timelines, meet deadlines and use initiative in problem solving. Ability to work effectively independently and as a member of a team.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated ability to liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders, including collection organisations and exhibition production participants.
- Good understanding of OH&S requirements and safe working practices as they relate to the exhibition production and collections environment.

**What we offer**
- Full-time ongoing Grade 4.1 role, with a starting salary of $97,955 plus super.
- A talented, committed and creative team of people with a passion for screen culture, technology and media, cultural diversity, and inspiring new forms of creativity in our communities. A museum and workspace that provides an exceptional space to collaborate with colleagues located in the heart of Melbourne in Federation Square (just a 5 min walk from Flinders Street station).
- As a valued team member, you can enjoy complimentary and discounted tickets, discounts at our shop and cafe, access to wellbeing activities, learning and development programs and our Employee Assistance Program. Flexible working, including a mix of onsite and work from home days depending on your role. Visit the ACMI website to learn more about working with us.

**How to apply**

Applications close **Sunday 5 October 2025 at** 11:59pm.**

Please note interviews will be held on** Monday 13 October 2025.**

**_Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. The successful applicant is required to complete reference and background checks prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check where required and National Police Check._**
- **_Naarm is the traditional Aboriginal name for Melbourne which encompasses the traditional lands of the Kulin Nation, a collective of five Aboriginal language groups, the Wurundjeri, Boon Wurrung, Wathaurrung, Taungurung and Dja Dja Wurrung._