Director - NFTS Sean Connery Institute
National Film & Television School UK
Edinburgh, SCThis is a Full Time Job
We are recruiting an exceptional Director to lead the newly established NFTS Sean Connery Institute in Scotland. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a major new institution for Scotland's film and television sector. Bringing together the established work of NFTS Scotland and the Sean Connery Talent Lab, the Institute will expand access to world-class training, create new routes into the industry and strengthen the connection between talent development and employment across Scotland.
The Director will turn this founding vision into reality. They will set an ambitious direction for the Institute, grow its programmes and reach, forge influential partnerships and secure the investment needed for it to thrive. Drawing on the creative excellence, industry relationships and reputation of the NFTS, they will create something distinctive for Scotland - shaped by its talent, communities, geography and industry needs.
We are looking for a respected, entrepreneurial leader with the imagination to see what the Institute could become and the drive to make it happen. Their experience will ideally have been gained in the screen industries, but we also welcome candidates from related sectors who can bring relevant leadership experience, strong networks and a proven ability to build partnerships, create new opportunities and get things done.
The role is based in Edinburgh, with regular travel across Scotland and to other NFTS sites. We are unable to sponsor candidates for this role, so we are only able to accept applications from those who are able to demonstrate their right to live and work in the UK.
The successful candidate will be an ambitious, credible and entrepreneurial leader who is excited by the opportunity to build something new. They will combine strategic imagination with the ability to turn ideas into high-quality, sustainable activity.
Salary/Benefits
$115,000.00
- 120,000.00
per year
Salary up to £90,000 GBP per annum
Full time employees are entitled to 20 days holiday a year, as well as any public holidays and an additional 11 fixed days leave at Christmas and Easter. Our standard week is 9.30-5.30 (35 hours per week).
Other benefits include: Life Assurance, Pension scheme, Bike to Work scheme, Counselling and Employee Assistance programme, subsidised canteen, Cinema Club (in-house film screenings), Rail discounts/season ticket loans
Additional Information
First established in 1971, the National Film and Television School (NFTS) has evolved into one of the world's leading institutions for film, television, and games. Consistently named by The Hollywood Reporter as one of the top international film schools, the NFTS is the UK's premier training ground for creative talent and is currently undergoing its most ambitious expansion in history. The NFTS Sean Connery Institute will enhance access to world-class training, create new pathways into the industry, and strengthen the connection between talent development and employment across Scotland.
To apply, please email a CV and covering letter
Please note that we are unable to sponsor candidates for this role, so we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are able to demonstrate their right to live and work in the UK. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, we will not be able to progress your application.
