Tukuna mai ōu pūkenga (we want these skills):

Join our team at ChristchurchNZ as the Screen CanterburyNZ Manager. Reporting to the Head of Commercial and Skills Attraction, you will help to shape the future of Christchurch’s creative sector, offering a unique opportunity to unite and energise local stakeholders across film, gaming, and digital arts. This role is at the forefront of crafting and executing a regional strategy that drives innovation, collaboration, and growth.

The role will involve:

• Overseeing Canterbury’s Regional Screen Incentive (including fund management and reporting).
• Ensuring smooth and impactful grant processes that fuel local productions
• Spearheading the region’s film office function—promoting Canterbury as a world-class filming destination and attracting exciting new projects to our shores.
• Building capability, capacity, and capital, serving as the go-to expert for screen-related enquiries, strengthening Canterbury’s reputation in the creative sector.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• At least 5 years’ relevant experience in the creative sector.
• A proven track record in crafting and executing business strategies.
• Expertise in building and nurturing collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
• In-depth knowledge and/or hands-on experience in the creative industries, particularly in film, gaming, or both.
• A relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry qualification.
• Proficiency in budget management.
• Strong connections and insights into the local (Christchurch) creative sector are a plus.
• To really care about the future of Christchurch and our ambition for this place.
   

Ko wai mātou (who we are):

ChristchurchNZ is the city’s economic development agency charged with working alongside local and central government and the private sector to stimulate sustainable economic activity in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

Ō mātou mahi (what we do):

We aim to grow to Productivity, Liveability and Attractiveness of Ōtautahi Christchurch through our work with the business community, event delivery, urban development and visitor attraction.

Ngā Mātāpono Takitaki (our guiding principles):  

We are driven by our organisational values – Open, Purposeful and Together. We are motivated by public good, and are committed to a resilient and sustainable future. We seek deep partnerships in all we do, including with mana whenua, and we are a committed partner of the CCC group.

Ō mātou rawa (what we offer):
•    Flexible working environment
•    Modern office in central city location
•    Opportunity to make a tangible difference to Ōtautahi Christchurch

Tirohia ki te whārangi ipurangi (check out our website):

https://www.christchurchnz.com/about-us/careers to find out more about who we are and for a copy of the position description.

If you feel you possess the above qualities and are drawn by the opportunity to contribute to this influential organisation that is making a tangible difference to the city we live in, apply now submitting your cover letter and CV by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button. 

This role is fixed term until 30/06/2026. Applications will remain open until Sunday the 24th of August.

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact peopleandculture@christchurchnz.com.