In your application, demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria for the position.
Advice from the AFTRS Human Resources Unit for prospective applicants
The primary function of an application is to provide sufficient relevant information about your education, work history and experience to allow the selection committee to decide whether you should be interviewed for the position. It is the first step of the selection process, and although it will never solely determine whether you are successful, an application does convey important information about you and your suitability for the vacancy. Your application, therefore, should be an organised information paper written with the needs of the selection process in mind.
Your application should include the following information, preferably in separate attachments.
Personal Information
This should include an address for correspondence, contact telephone number, email address (if available), current employer and current type of employment.
Referees
Provide either written referee reports (preferably which address the selection criteria), or provide the names and phone numbers of at least two referees, including your current supervisor. These people should be able to comment on your work performance and your abilities in relation to the selection criteria. If you request it nominated referees will only be contacted in the event of you being granted an interview and being seriously considered for the position.
Education and Training
List chronologically academic qualifications and training courses you have attended.
Work Experience
Identify position you have held from present to past, listing briefly the duties of each. Give greater detail on the more recent and current positions and highlight those details relevant to the vacancy.
Statement Against Selection Criteria
Using the selection criteria as headings, describe how your particular work experience, skills and qualifications enable you to satisfy each of the selection criteria for the position.
Availability for Interview
As an applicant you will be considered as being available for interview from the date applications close. Normally at least two days notice will be given. If you are going to be absent from work/home at any time during the next few weeks, you should advise the dates of absence on your application.
Lodging Your Application
It is essential that you lodge your application at the following address, by fax to (02) 9805 6510 or by email to nickip@aftrs.edu.au by the closing date.
The Human Resources Manager
Australian Film Television and Radio School
PO Box 2286
Strawberry Hills NSW 2012
The School is not obliged to accept late applications. If you are not able to lodge your application by the closing date you should discuss your circumstances with Human Resources to find out if a late application will be accepted.
The Interview
The selection committee will be assessing your claims to the position against the selection criteria. This will usually involve questioning that is structured around the selection criteria.
The Selection
You will be advised in writing of the result of the selection process whether or not you are successful.
Enquiries
Should you have any queries about the vacancy or the progress of the selection process please contact Human Resources on (02) 9805 6619 or 1300 366 464 (toll free) or email nickip@aftrs.edu.au.
Thank you for your interest in working for the Australian Film Television and Radio School