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Working Title: Film & TV Production Liaison

Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior

Agency: Explore Minnesota

• Job ID : 80357

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/24/2024

• Closing Date : 10/08/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Explore Minnesota / Explore MN Tourism - MAPE

• Division/Unit : Explore Minnesota Tourism / Explore MN Film

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, Approx 30%

• Salary Range: $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position exists to provide a critical link between film and TV production companies, government agencies, local crew and vendors, and the public. This position will work in collaboration with the Deputy Director of Film, providing strategic insight as it relates to the film industry development focus and opportunities and ensures full integration and cooperation across the division. This position will be responsible to manage the details of the Film Friendly Communities program from beginning to end, including developing guidelines and procedures, recruiting local representatives, and promoting the program and locations throughout the state to the industry. This position represents Explore Minnesota Film throughout the state. The Production Liaison reports to the Deputy Director, Film and works closely with employees in other state departments, the industry, and the general public.

Key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as the point person for Film production planning in Minnesota.

• Serve as liaison between industry and state stakeholders for Explore MN Film.

• Maintain database of filming locations and contacts for potential projects.

• Lead Film-Friendly Communities program.

• Manage updates to Explore Minnesota Film communications channels.

Minimum Qualifications

To receive credit for your education and experience, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the dates that include the month day and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with film production of motion pictures, TV shows and/or commercials.

• Bachelor’s degree in film production, media, or a closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one year of experience

• Three years of experience in production of motion pictures, TV shows and/or commercials.Research skills in areas of state government legislation, economic impact, film industry production pipeline.

• Knowledge of the policies and permit procedures of state, federal, and local agencies as they pertain to filming.

• Demonstrated ability to determine the best method to proceed with requests for information, many of which are non-routine and requested information is not readily available.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of staff, clients, and the public; communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Ability to recognize sensitive issues and to handle and deflect problems when dealing with film industry personnel, federal, state, and local government agencies, the media, tourism industry personnel, crew members, and production services suppliers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with industry unions, guilds and associations and basic industry terminology and protocols recommended.

• Ability to work with a wide range of internal and external stakeholder to obtain information to support project development and maintenance.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize workload in light of overall strategic goals.

• Ability to remain flexible and cope with change.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures

Physical Requirements

• Ability to Communicate effectively with customers/stakeholders

• Ability to travel to varies locations throughout the State of Minnesota

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

• Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or former employers.

• A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.

• When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license record check will be conducted.

• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.