Schools and Film Education Coordinator

The Schools and Film Education Coordinator will liaise with Artistic Advisors, Associate Artists and the wider Programming and Creative Engagement teams to develop and drive the creative vision of the schools programme, developing skills, knowledge, confidence and wellbeing for those least likely to access the arts.

The postholder will facilitate practical filmmaking workshops alongside teachers, both in schools and at Rich Mix, liaising with teachers to devise content and approaches appropriate for the project brief, curriculum objectives and script ideas created by pupils. The practical filmmaking experience is complemented by learning about film as an audience member, aiming to develop a passion for cinema.

Person specifications

Essential

• Proven experience of devising / facilitating creative workshops for teachers, young people and children
• Experience of digital filmmaking, editing and post-production, ideally including animation and the ability to edit footage in a child friendly way
• Experience of delivering work that is inclusive and accessible to young people and children in school
  settings, both in person and online
• Ability to connect, inspire, and engage people who are likely to be engaging in the arts for the first time
• Good film knowledge and a passion for film
• A genuine passion for the arts and a keen interest in the work, mission, vision, and values of Rich Mix
• An understanding of and interest in diversifying and decolonising the curriculum
• Knowledge of fundraising applications, principles and methods
• Good working knowledge of safeguarding procedures and best practice
• Current enhanced DBS check, or willingness to have one completed
• A positive and can-do attitude, keen to use your own initiative in a vibrant arts environment
• Ability to work independently and/or remotely as required
• Organised, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively and work to deadlines
• Good IT software skills, especially Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good communications skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to relate to a wide range of people
• Some experience or understanding of running effective monitoring and evaluation frameworks and
  providing reports to funders with a desire to learn and develop
• Understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Understanding of the importance of working in an environmentally sustainable manner

Desirable

• Knowledge of and networks in Tower Hamlets and East London, particularly education services and
  cultural partners
• Knowledge of education frameworks
• Experience of the formal educational environment
• Experience of producing projects and performances from inception to delivery
• Experience of contributing to successful fundraising applications
• Experience in conflict management, de-escalation/behaviour management techniques, diversity politics
• Awareness and understanding of issues related to GDPR legislation that impact project delivery
• Management of freelancers
• Experience of working in a venue, preferably a performing arts venue
• Familiarity with Artifax Event management software or similar event management software

How to apply