Head of NFTS Wales

Location: BBC Wales, 3 Central Square, Cardiff, CF10 1FS (with regular visits to Beaconsfield) First established in 1971, the National Film and Television School (NFTS) has evolved to become a leading global institution, developing some of Britain and the world’s top creative talent in film, television and games. It is widely acknowledged to be the top school of its kind in the UK and one of the best internationally, being named as one of The Hollywood Reporter’s top international film schools for over a decade. The NFTS is a registered charity (313429). In 2021, the Director-General of the BBC, Tim Davie, announced plans for a new National Film and Television School hub to be based in the BBC’s new Central Square building in Cardiff, Wales. Since its inception 3 years ago, we have focused our activity on providing specialist courses in skills shortage areas supporting local talent to acquire the higher-level skills required to either pursue postgraduate study or to work at the very highest level in the film and television industry. In addition to the BBC, the School benefits from the support of the Welsh Government and a number of industry partners. We are currently recruiting for a Head of NFTS Wales to continue the excellent work already in progress. This is a unique opportunity for someone who is excited about imparting their knowledge to and inspiring the next generation of film and television-makers.   You will have film and/or television production experience and/or experience of teaching and tutoring new talent. Applicants need to have the capability to lead a team, manage a budget and develop a portfolio of courses as well as being an exceptional communicator possessing excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for learning. Applicants need to be excellent communicators possessing strong interpersonal skills and a passion for student learning. The National Film and Television School is an acknowledged global leader in the provision of postgraduate, high-level, creative and technical skills for the audio-visual industries. In 2014 the School was named ‘the Number 1 International Film School in the World’ by the Hollywood Reporter.  For further information about this role and details of how to apply, please click on the 'Apply' button. Closing date for applications:  4th February 2024 Please note that we are unable to sponsor candidates for these roles, 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.   At the NFTS, people are at the heart of what we do. We’re an inclusive employer and are committed to equality of opportunity, and building a culturally diverse workforce. We are committed to being an anti-racist organisation and to increasing our representation of staff from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds