At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. SBS is the home of National Indigenous Television (NITV). We 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.

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 49 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 NITV

NITV has a distinct identity and unique purpose as part of the SBS network and is primarily produced by, for and about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; in turn promoting an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to all Australians.  

NITV first launched as the National Indigenous broadcaster in 2007 and in 2012, became a part of the SBS network – becoming available to all Australians on free-to-air television.  Not only did this improve accessibility for Indigenous people, it made NITV available to all Australians - showcasing the oldest continuous culture on Earth, and in particular facilitating connections with the newest Australians.

NITV’s purpose is to shape the Australian identity, amplify First Nations stories and place, and connect with those that call Australia home. In doing so, NITV seeks to grow its audiences and channels, sharing authentic, meaningful stories that continue to heal and celebrate, cleanse, grow and inspire Australia’s identity and purpose.

NITV’s Vision:

To be recognised as having meaningful and positive impact on the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

NITV’s Purpose:

Support and strengthen the oldest living culture in the world.

Celebrate and champion the place of unique, inspiring storytelling through indigenous voices.

Share culture, language and lessons today to develop strong leaders and champions tomorrow.

Build a legacy of strong, sustainable Indigenous Media for the future.

The Role

Reporting to our NITV Head of Indigenous Commissioning & Production and managing our Commissioning Coordinator, this role sits in our NITV Commissioning and Production team and manages the financial and operational performance of the production unit, including commissioned and in-house productions.

In this role you will:

• Manage production activities for commissioned and in-house programs, ensuring alignment with NITV standards and editorial goals.
• Oversee financial performance, analysing and reporting against production budgets, and forecasting for future commissioning decisions.
• Collaborate with legal, business affairs, and production teams to secure necessary rights and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Troubleshoot production issues and contribute to the planning and forecasting of content budgets, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure adherence to SBS policies, risk management protocols, and cultural safety, environmental, and sustainability requirements.
• Monitor cost reports, insurance compliance, and risk assessments, ensuring financial and operational viability throughout production.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will have a strong understanding of all aspects of production with production management experience, financial acumen, and collaborative skills. You should be comfortable managing complex budgets and production schedules, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring that all regulatory and cultural requirements are met. Your ability to work across multiple teams will be crucial to ensure the success of each project.

Ideally, you will have:

• Proven experience managing production workflows, budgets, and schedules within a fast-paced environment, Broadcaster or working for Production Companies  
• Strong financial management skills, with the ability to forecast budgets and track production costs.
• Extensive knowledge of production budgets and finance plans 

• Ability to liaise with various teams (legal, business affairs, finance) to ensure smooth production delivery.
• Knowledge of compliance and risk management in production, with an understanding of relevant regulations and policies.
• Experience in implementing cultural safety protocols and environmental sustainability practices.
• Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous Cultural Protocol and an ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

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! 

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation.

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

Reasonable adjustments

SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact careers@sbs.com.au and let us know.

Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.

To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here.

We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don’t delay, apply today! 

To apply online, please go to http://sbs.com.au/careers/