Film Liaison Officer

Requisition Number: 796

Salary Range: $86,989.73 - $90,545.27 pro-rata per annum

Position Type: Permanent Part Time (25 hours per week)

Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 14 September 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Are you passionate about film and events?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused role that brings creativity and logistics together?

We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic Film Liaison Officer to join our Major Events and Film team!

What You Will Do:

As the Film Liaison Officer, you will play a key role in promoting Cairns as a vibrant, film-friendly destination for local and international productions. You will be the go-to contact for filmmakers, assisting with permits, access to Council services, and coordinating filming logistics. You will collaborate closely with government agencies, local businesses, and industry stakeholders to ensure productions run smoothly.

Your efforts will not only support seamless filming experiences but also help showcase the region’s stunning natural landscapes and diverse locations. In addition, you will contribute to broader destination marketing and tourism initiatives, strengthening Cairns’ profile and driving economic growth through increased exposure and visitor interest.

What We Are Looking For:

Qualifications in a related field, such as Film, Media, Arts, Public Relations, Events Management or Marketing at a Bachelor Degree level or extensive experience working within the Film Industry.

Strong understanding of filmmaking and film related logistics with the ability to apply processes, principles and strategies for film and event facilitation and support activities within a Local Government environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to prepare clear and concise reports, presentations and submissions.

Demonstrated planning, project management and organisational skills, including the ability to set priorities, schedule and to meet deadlines in a busy and demanding environment.

Demonstrated ability to establish positive working relationships and work collaboratively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels to achieve desired outcomes.

Experience working with government departments, local businesses and external stakeholders.

This is a truly unique opportunity to support major film and TV productions, develop industry relationships, and help position Cairns as a world-class filming destination, while contributing to local economic growth and tourism.

Some benefits we offer:

Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements

Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)

Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave

Up to 3 weeks personal leave

Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities

Salary sacrifice opportunities

We are committed to:

Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Embracing innovation and continuous improvement

Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: [email protected]

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council