Seeking a passionate Workshop Leader

$55/hour + $20 weekly admin allowance

Average 5 hours/week (3.5 hrs workshop + 1.5 hrs preparation work)

Why work with us?

Bus Stop Films is an award-winning, not-for-profit social enterprise that is female and disability led. We build, create, advocate and facilitate employment opportunities for people with disability across the screen and advertising industries.

We’re looking for a passionate and talented Workshop Leader to lead our Canberra Accessible Filmmaking program. You'll be planning and delivering filmmaking workshops that guide participants through every stage of the creative process. You'll work within our Program Framework to create meaningful learning experiences that build both technical skills and personal confidence.

Our full year program runs for 40 weeks with one filming day. This is a short casual contract for the final block of 10 weeks, and there is potential for renewal for 2026.

Days of Employment:

Rostered Dates: Saturdays, October 11 - Dec 13 2025 (inclusive)

Workshops are on Saturdays from 9.15am-12.45pm. You are required to complete preparation work during the week and upload workshop slides by 5pm each Wednesday. You’re expected to work on average 5 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and implement 10 x 3 hour Filmmaking workshops, guided by Bus Stop Films’ Program Framework

Prepare a block (term) plan

Arrive 15 minutes before the workshop and stay back 15 minutes after for a debrief

Set up/pack down room and equipment for workshops

Request and/or manage guest workshop leaders, working with them to plan your collaborative workshops

Engage and encourage participants to participate in the workshops and filming day

Engage support staff in workshops and direct according to the needs of the group

Identify resources and requirements for workshops

Identify opportunities for program excursions with the Program Delivery Manager for your region

​For the program’s short film production, work with the COO/Head of Screen

Complete an inclusive filmmaking project with your program and within the approved budget and guidelines

Attend production meetings and support in the delivery of the film project

Attend end-of-term debrief meetings, induction sessions, online info sessions and any other ad hoc meetings that may arise, which will be organised to consider your time schedule

Maintain timely email communication with your Program Delivery Manager in order to facilitate the smooth delivery of the program each week

Perform ad hoc administrative tasks as they arise

Maintain a valid, up-to-date Working with Children Check for the duration of your employment with Bus Stop Films, and provide us with updated details/scans upon renewal

Selection Criteria

Experience in filmmaking and film education

Strong workshop facilitation and group management skills

Ability to work with diverse participants and adapt teaching methods accordingly

Excellent organisational skills

Exceptional communication skills with patience and empathy

Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively with different stakeholders

Clearances needed

Valid Working with Children Check

Recent Police Check

First Aid (preferable but not required)

Apply Now

We're actively looking so apply ASAP. We encourage people with disability and of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply. If you require assistance during the recruitment process please do not hesitate to contact [email protected]