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ADMINISTRATOR VII (SPECIAL APPOINTMENT) (DIRECTOR, MARYLAND FILM OFFICE)

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Commerce is seeking qualified applicants for the position serving as Director of Maryland Film Office within the Division of Business Attraction and Special Projects. This is a Special Appointment position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

Grade

22

Location of Position

The World Trade Center – 401 East Pratt Street, 10TH Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202

Main Purpose of Job

This Special Appointment position plans, develops, implements, reviews, and revises policies and objectives for the Film Office; directs and coordinates client services, including location assistance and production company liaison support; oversees marketing initiatives and office administrative operations.

Position Duties

The duties consist of administering mandated film production activity tax incentive programs; and managing and coordinating the Film Office’s digital presence, including its website, online searchable database, and social media channels to ensure effective information dissemination. The incumbent will manage the office budget to efficiently achieve goals while maintaining fiscal responsibility in alignment with the Department of Commerce directives and procedures, and support its mission of job creation and investment in Maryland. The role also serves as the liaison between production companies, government agencies, businesses, and organizations. State‑wide travel is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Art, Film, Media, Communications, Marketing or a related field with a concentration in art, film, marketing, and strategic planning.
• Experience: Eight (8) years direct film production experience that includes developing and executing innovative and strategic plans associated with the execution of film production projects; and five (5) years responsible management experience in economic development programs to include fiscal and budget management and experience with tax incentive programs.
• Knowledge of the State of Maryland, the film and cultural community, and its unique tourism assets.
• Working knowledge of film production, facilities, techniques, technology and the requirements unique to the film/video industry.
• Experience negotiating and working with unions.
• Proven leadership skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google, and other relevant software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Maryland’s film production industry, geography, architecture, and heritage.
• Advanced degree in film studies or a related field.
• Experience conducting location selection with visiting production companies.
• Experience serving as liaison between film and television production companies, local government, and/or community stakeholders.

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications

Employees in this position may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in the State of Maryland. The role requires state‑wide travel.

Selection Process

Please submit sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information regarding your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Please answer the supplemental questionnaire.

Benefits

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS. (Further details available upon request).

Contact Information

If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Commerce at 410‑767‑6300. You may also visit our website at: http://commerce.maryland.gov/commerce. It is highly preferred that you apply online at http://commerce.maryland.gov/careers – review the Career Openings section. Please attach a resume and the supplemental questionnaire to your online application. If unable to apply online, please submit your state application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire to: anna.halikias@maryland.gov.

EEO Statement

As an E‑Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.

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