Project Manager, Major Programmes, Film Hub Midlands

Salary: £32,500

Broadway is looking for a Project Manager to work as part of Film Hub Midlands on behalf of the UK-wide Film Audience Network (FAN) to manage the annual delivery of two programmes of culturally ambitious screenings and events including one in conjunction with the British Film Institute’s (BFI)-led “blockbuster” season.

The ambition

These will look to increase engagement from young and diverse audiences, whilst also raising the profile of film as a culturally significant art form.

Who are we looking for?

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about the cultural and social impact of film, whilst also being open to working collaboratively with like-minded and experienced teams across the UK.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Create the yearly plan of activity in collaboration with the Film Hub Midlands Management team and BFI Cultural Programme Manager
• Oversee and maintain oversight of each major programme from initial communications to reporting on activity
• Recruit for and manage any support staff and freelancers associated with the project
• Be the key point of contact with the BFI for the delivery management and reporting of the project
• Communicate all Major Programmes activity to FAN and partners
• Liaising with delivery partners, being the key point of contact across all events
• Oversee the schedule of the Programmes ensuring events are delivered to this schedule

What skills do you need to bring?

Film Hub Midlands are looking for candidates with a broad range of experience including:

• Specific experience of project management, including budget management
• Experience in communications and ability to conduct promotion, including via social media
• A demonstrable commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion and their practical application and integration in the work environment
• A high level of organisational skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines and targets while working in a busy environment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to deal effectively with people at all levels
• Advanced IT skills, to include Microsoft Office
• The ability to develop and maintain good collegiate working relationships with contacts, partners and stakeholders
• Strong familiarity with the film and wider arts sector
• A commitment to continuing professional development
• Understanding of the need for travel and willingness to work outside of regular hours
• A passion for film

To apply

Please download the full job description and application form on the links below.

• Job description
• Application form

The closing date and time for all applicants is 12 noon on Tuesday 6 April. We cannot consider CVs; please do not include them with your application. You may submit your answers via recorded video and must add unlisted video links on the form.

Interview process

Interviews will be held online during the week commencing Monday 19 April and will send you the list of questions in advance.

Broadway is an advocate of diversity and inclusivity and invites you to complete our confidential equal opportunities monitoring form. This will not be shared with anyone involved in the recruitment process.We work with candidates to guarantee their access needs are met throughout the interview process and ensure that these are not factored into decision making.

Please note that if we are unable to offer you an interview you will be notified by the Monday 12 April.

The preferred start date of the successful applicant is Monday 3 May 2021.

The successful applicant must be prepared to have an enhanced DBS check carried out in line with Broadway’s child and adults at risk safeguarding policy and fair access to employment policy.

The closing date for this position is 06/04/2021 at 12:00