Studio Supervisor

Australian Film, Television & Radio School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Film, Television and Radio School (AFTRS) is seeking an experienced Studio Supervisor to lead safe Grip and Lighting operations across studios and sets. You will oversee equipment bookings, crew scheduling and maintenance, and provide technical advice to students and staff.

The role reports to the Head of Production Operations, focusing on WHS and best practice, with responsibility for budgeting and supervising the Equipment Store Officer. Occasional after-hours work may be required.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience and knowledge of film and/or television production processes.
• Experience in managing and operating Grip and Lighting equipment.
• Substantial knowledge of industry safety requirements and WHS practices.
• Experience supervising a small team with high-volume workload and multiple stakeholders.
• Proven problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills with students and staff.
• Excellent communication and collaborative approach.
• Experience using resource management software and booking systems; budget forecasting.
• Experience fostering culturally and psychologically safe work environments.

Responsibilities

• WHS: ensure safety processes are followed in studios and sets; maintain SWMS.
• Provide Grip and Lighting instruction, advice and support to students and staff.
• Oversee equipment bookings and staff allocation in partnership with the Timetabling Resource Coordinator.
• Supervise maintenance and stocktakes of Grip and Lighting equipment.
• Advise on budget requirements and CAPEX/OPEX purchases as needed.
• Attend pre-delivery, feasibility and final production meetings; contribute technical input.
• Assist in setup and operation of Grip and Lighting equipment as required.
• Maintain clean and safe studios in collaboration with facilities.
• Undertake additional duties; occasional night/weekend work may be required.

Skills

Production experience

Equipment management

WHS knowledge

Supervision

Problem solving

Communication

Budget/resource management

Safe work environments

Job description

1d ago , from Australian Film, Television and Radio School

Studio Supervisor – Ongoing, Full Time (5 days per week)

We are looking for an experienced Studio Supervisor to join our Production Operations team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead safe, best-practice Grip and Lighting operations across AFTRS studios and sets.
• Oversee equipment bookings, crew scheduling and maintenance, and provide technical advice to students and staff.
• Join a collaborative team at Australia's national screen and audio school.

Salary: AFTRS Level 6 ($88,343 pa) + 15.4% super, and excellent benefits.

Close Date: The closing date for applications is Sunday 22 November 2026 11:59pm. Late applications cannot be accepted.

About AFTRS

AFTRS is the national screen and audio school – the only Australian education institution to consistently make The Hollywood Reporter‘s prestigious annual list of the top film schools in the world. Working hand-in-hand with the screen and broadcast industries, AFTRS is a global centre of excellence that delivers the highest level of screen and audio education, training and research across Australia.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Production Operations, the Studio Supervisor helps maintain safe operating practices in AFTRS studios and delivers high-quality Grip and Lighting support, with a focus on WHS and industry best practice. Working with the team, you will oversee Grip and Lighting equipment bookings, schedule Grip and Lighting crew and external grips and gaffers, and supervise the management and maintenance of equipment and stocktakes. You will also provide technical advice and assistance to students and staff, advise on budget requirements, and supervise the Equipment Store Officer.

Key Accountabilities

• WHS: Ensure WHS and AFTRS safety processes and procedures are followed and maintained in AFTRS studios and sets, including maintenance and updates of SWMS (Safe Work Method Statements).
• Grip and Lighting Advice: Coordinate the provision of Grip and Lighting instruction, advice, support and assistance to students and staff.
• Equipment Management: Provide advice and manage stakeholder expectations in relation to resource and equipment allocation, in partnership with the Timetabling Resource Coordinator, to ensure equipment and staff are allocated effectively and equitably. Supervise and oversee the booking, management and maintenance of Grip and Lighting equipment.
• Problem Solving: Identify, review and implement solutions for equipment booking issues. Liaise with relevant staff to resolve day-to-day and more complex equipment booking conflicts and other issues relating to the delivery of Award and Short Courses.
• Budgeting: In collaboration with the Head of Production Operations, track and forecast budgetary and resource requirements, including advising on relevant CAPEX/OPEX purchases as required.
• Production Meetings: Attend and contribute technical and equipment advice to pre-delivery, feasibility and final production meetings.
• Equipment Operations: Assist in the setup and operation of Grip and Lighting equipment as required.
• Studio Maintenance: Maintain clean and safe studios in partnership with the Production Support Supervisor and Head of Facilities.
• Other Duties: There may be a requirement to undertake tasks outside the scope of the responsibilities listed to support the organisation. AFTRS will engage in a conversation should these tasks arise. Occasional night and weekend work may be required.

About you – You Have:

• Production Experience: Substantial experience and knowledge of film and/or television production processes.
• Equipment Management Experience: Experience in managing and operating relevant equipment, with a focus on Grip and Lighting.
• WHS Knowledge: Substantial knowledge of, and experience with, industry safety requirements and workplace health and safety.
• Supervision Experience: Ability to supervise a small team managing a high-volume workload, multiple stakeholders and varying requirements.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Proven problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to manage competing priorities with students and staff.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Resource and Budget Management: Experience using resource management software and booking systems, and tracking and forecasting budget and resource requirements.
• Safe Work Environments: Experience in fostering culturally and psychologically safe work environments.

Please note that the successful applicant will be required to:

• Hold the unrestricted and indefinite Right to Work in Australia at the time of applying.
• Undertake a NSW Working with Children Check.
• Hold a Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Possess or be willing to obtain a Rigging Ticket and First Aid qualification, and become a fully trained Health and Safety Representative

Diversity, Flexibility and Accessibility

As a creative organisation, we understand the importance of offering flexible working to support your own creativity, wellbeing, and balance. We will genuinely consider applications for job share and part time working. We also support working from home and flexible working hours.

AFTRS is committed to building a richly diverse staff and faculty. AFTRS actively supports and appreciates workplace diversity, First Nations values, and we strongly encourage and welcome applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from a wide range of backgrounds, and people with a disability.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments through our recruitment and selection process. Requests for reasonable adjustments will be treated confidentially and will not disadvantage your application. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please email ****@aftrs.edu.au or call 02 9805 6***. Further information can be found in the AFTRS Candidate Accessibility Pack.