Film & Tourism Supervisor - Special Events Film & Tourism

Salary : $61,845.00 Annually

Location : Savannah, GA

Job Type : Full-Time Permanent

Job Number : 2502835

Department : Special Events Film & Tourism

Opening Date : 11 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 17 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Purpose

This position oversees the Film and Tourism divisions within the Special Events, Film, and Tourism Office, coordinating responses to industry issues, developing policies that balance economic growth and quality of life, and ensuring the sustainability of the City of Savannah's film and tourism activities. It also facilitates safe and equitable use of the public right-of-way citywide as it relates to tourism and film.

Essential Job Functions

Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.

Coordinates, assigns, and reviews work; establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors the status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.

Promotes community partnerships to identify and solve problems.

Maintain accurate documentation on appropriate forms and tracking of violations for film and tourism activities.

Manages the preparation of tourism plans and programs.

Researches, writes, and edits film and tourism-related ordinances. Suggests revisions and coordinates implementation of the changes.

Manages film and tourism-related permitting and contracts. Issues temporary use permits, resolves problems and complaints, and develops policies and procedures.

Develops and implements outreach programs and coordinates the dissemination of film and tourism promotional materials; prepares media material.

Researches best practices and develops internal and external policies and procedures related to film permitting and tourism management.

Coordinates complex, multi-faceted projects with high public visibility or involvement by multiple parties. Implements special projects, conducts public noti?cation programs, and communicates results.

Assists in mediating complex and high-pro?le issues. Develops memos and presentations to ensure accountability and coordinates activities with other sta? and stakeholders.

Coordinates and serves as sta? liaison to the Mayor and Aldermen appointed Tourism Advisory Committee.

Coordinates holiday programming and holiday decorations installation and breakdown.

Responds to customer inquiries and complaints.

Facilitates safe, sustainable opportunities to utilize the public right-of-way for film activities throughout the City of Savannah.

Plans organizes, coordinates, integrates, and implements detailed schedules for film productions to achieve established goals.

Serves as a liaison to areas with film activity to achieve peaceful and mutually beneficial co-existence between productions, residents, and businesses.

Facilitates communication and promotes an atmosphere of trust, fairness, and collaboration amongst diverse stakeholders.

Assists film professionals and students in achieving consistent compliance through increased education.

Conducts set visits to ensure compliance with film permits and issues cease and desist orders for film activity violating permit permissions and / or local, state, and federal law.

Maintain accurate documentation of yearly film and tourism data.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or a closely related field with four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in Film, Marketing, Public Relations, Events, or Hospitality Industry; or possession of any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must have the ability to become City Marshall upon selection for this position.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Information

Knowledge of film and media production

Knowledge of tourism and hospitality industry practices and standards

Knowledge of project coordination, event or holiday decoration planning

Knowledge of municipal permitting

Knowledge of City and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Knowledge of diplomatic communication (verbal and written).

Skill in planning and logistics

Skill in relationship management among diverse interest groups.

Skill in developing and managing interpersonal relations.

Ability to compile information and prepare reports and presentations.

Ability to be open-minded and flexible.

Ability to make fair and appropriate decisions related to film activity.

Ability to mediate disagreements.

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team whose members may display a range of perspectives and personalities.

Ability to work changing hours during which high-profile film activity is taking place.

Ability to establish priorities and organize work.

Ability to create both written and oral communications.

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01

This position requires maintaining accurate records and evaluating data to inform decisions. Explain how you have used data or performance metrics to improve operations or guide policy development.

02

Savannah's film and tourism activities often involve high visibility and multiple parties. How would you ensure coordination, communication, and accountability across departments and external partners during a major event or film production?

03

Conflict can arise when film productions or tourism events disrupt neighborhoods or local businesses. What approach would you take to mediate such disputes while maintaining fairness and City standards?

04

This position oversees permitting and policy development for film and tourism activities. Please provide an example of a policy, program, or process you developed or improved that enhanced efficiency, compliance, or customer experience.

05

Explain how you have balanced economic development opportunities-such as film production or tourism growth-with community quality of life concerns.

Required Question