Film and Television Teacher

Pauline Quirke Academy is looking for a film and TV teacher to join their team!

Location: Rugby

Salary: £20-£25 per hour

Type: part-time/freelance (Saturdays term time) 9:30 - 17:00. 6 x 45 minute classes a week.

Starting: January 2026

Are you a filmmakers or have industry knowledge of film and television production? Then this could be for you!

Job role:

You will be leading filmmaking workshops with children from 6-18 years creating material that can ultimately be screened in a local cinema and shared online.

You will ideally have some experience working with children and young people and have a strong background making short films.

PQA will need you have have an Enhanced DBS which can be arranged if successful in the interview.

Job requirements:

• To be a graduate in film making
• Have experience in editing
• Have experience working with students

Job responsibilities:

• To create short films with various groups of children every Saturday
• To inspire the younger generation
• To teach them skills in front and behind the camera

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Outreach & Communications Worker – Independent Documentary Screening Tour (2026)

Unsolicited Films is seeking a Freelance Outreach and Communications Worker to support audience engagement for a small-scale UK screening tour planned for 2026. The project centres on a completed 57-minute independent documentary by Glasgow-based filmmaker Zac. The tour will take place across selected UK independent cinemas, arts venues and community spaces, with dates still flexible. This is a fully remote, email-based role.

About the role

The Outreach and Communications Worker will focus on connecting the film with relevant local audiences and organisations. This includes contacting community groups, arts collectives, film clubs, student societies, grassroots cultural networks, independent media and other niche communities that may resonate with the themes of the documentary. No on-site duties or technical work are required.

Hours and fee

This freelance contract requires approximately 25–30 hours of work delivered flexibly over 8–10 weeks (around 3 hours per week).

Fee: £1,800–£2,600 depending on experience.

This is equivalent to £65–£90 per hour, compliant with National Minimum Wage 2025.

Documentation and deliverables (required)

The role includes documented outreach with a shared contact log listing:

• organisations contacted
• dates of contact
• responses received
• confirmed support or collaborations

A short weekly progress update is required (bullet points are fine).

Final deliverables include:

• a complete contact spreadsheet
• outreach message templates
• a short summary of relevant audience groups for each city

Success in this role is defined by the clarity and quality of outreach work, not by ticket sales. Outreach must demonstrate genuine, consistent and targeted engagement.

Person specification

Strong written communication, clarity and reliability. Confidence contacting organisations by email. Familiarity with grassroots arts, community culture or independent film is helpful but not required. Prior experience in outreach, comms, PR or audience development is welcome but not essential. Ability to work independently and stay organised is key.

How to apply

Send a short CV and a brief paragraph outlining relevant experience to:

zacburgers.world@gmail.com

All communication by email; no video calls required.

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Programme Manager (Discover! Creative Careers)

Discover! Creative Careers (DCC) is a government-funded, industry-led programme providing specialist information, advice and guidance to young people aged 11–18, as well as those who support their career decisions. Delivered by ScreenSkills in partnership with more than 30 organisations across 12 creative industry sub-sectors, DCC brings together industry, education and careers professionals to offer meaningful encounters with employers throughout the year. Our hybrid programme provides in-person and virtual activities, training for teachers and careers professionals, and a suite of online resources, including the popular Careers Finder. It is the only platform to bring every creative sub-sector together, with content created or informed entirely by industry partners. Each November, our flagship event Discover! Creative Month connects thousands of young people with hundreds of workplaces, offering hands-on experiences and insights into the creative industries.

For 2025–26, DCC has received further funding from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) to continue and significantly expand its work, with a target of 100,000 engagements. This expansion includes several new strands:

• Work Experience Pilot for Year 10 and Year 11 (England)
• Sector-based Work Academy Programmes (SWAPs) for ages 16–24 (England)
• Programme expansion across Scotland and Wales

Since launching in 2018, DCC has supported more than 150,000 children and young people through talks, workplace encounters, lesson plans and industry-informed resources. This year, we aim to reach an additional 100,000 young people.

The Programme Manager (Discover! Creative Careers) will work closely with the Head of Discover! Creative Careers, the Senior Programme Manager and the Senior Careers Manager to March 2026 to deliver specific programme strands.

Contract: Fixed Term to 31st March 2026. Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £43,000 - £45,000 per annum

Reports to: Head of Discover! Creative Careers

Location: ScreenSkills London, Hybrid (min 2 days a week in the office)

Key responsibilities:

Working alongside the Head of Discover! Creative Careers, the Senior Programme Manager, and the Senior Careers Manager, the Programme Manager will:

• Support on three DWP Sector Based Work Academy pilots confirmed for early 2026, creating opportunities for 16–24-year-old young jobseekers via Job Centres.
• Lead a pilot programme enabling Job Centres to deliver local training in creative industry areas (target: 5 Job Centres × 20 participants = 100 beneficiaries).
• Collaborate with the national Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) team to deliver two webinars (target: 150 beneficiaries total) and produce short content clips for the website.
• Oversee the delivery of the remaining Discover! Creative Careers eLearning modules, in partnership with an external project manager and a freelance content writer. This will include modules for careers advisors and teachers in Scotland, Wales and Yorkshire and Humber, as well as adapted versions for young people in those regions.
• Provide support for the Next Generation Creatives work experience pilot, delivered by Mission Accomplished. This will include working closely with the delivery team, liaising with industry partners around the country, and connecting registered schools with workplace opportunities.

In addition, the Programme Manager will:

• Contribute to budgeting for resources and training.
• Work closely with the Senior Programme Manager, Communications Managers (Discover! Creative Careers), Programme Administrator and Programme Assistant.
• Support the Head of Discover! Creative Careers with reporting to DCMS and the management of the independent programme evaluation.
• Report to the Head of Discover! Creative Careers and assist with any required reporting to DCMS.

Click here for the full Programme Manager (Discover! Creative Careers) role job description.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Essential:

• Research skills and broad knowledge of creative industry sectors.
• Ability to work closely with stakeholders - industry, teachers, careers advisors - and the ability to work towards deadlines and put processes in place internally with different teams.
• Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with diplomacy and proactive communication
• Excellent written and verbal communication and influencing skills
• Experience designing and delivering careers programmes within agreed timeframes
• training both online and in person
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to work calmly, methodically and under pressure
• Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and meet fixed deadlines
• Good understanding of risk management
• A proactive approach and a “can-do” attitude

ScreenSkills offers benefits including: 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• EAP - Access to financial, physical and mental wellbeing support
• Access to Reward Gateway – popular retailer discounts
• Season Ticket Loan
• Eye Care scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance

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To apply: Please submit a CV and cover letter, or ScreenSkills job application form and CV to jobs@screenskills.com. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application & selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments approach. So, we encourage you to get in touch with us if you require anything jobs@screenskills.com.

Equal opportunities and diversity monitoring form (optional): https://forms.office.com/e/acndq9hsnY

In the last two years we have helped 48,447 people across: eLearning, training, events, mentoring, bursaries and stepping up programmes such as Trainee Finder, that’s why having diverse talents and being an organisation where colleagues feel included is crucial to us. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering after a career break, women, people who are LGBTQ+, minority ethnic people, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, from a less advantaged socio-economic background as well as any other under-represented group.

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Tour Coordinator – Independent Documentary Screening Tour (2026)

Unsolicited Films is seeking a freelance tour coordinator to support the early planning of a small-scale UK screening tour for a completed 57-minute independent documentary. The tour is planned for 2026, with dates flexible at this stage. This remote role is ideal for someone interested in independent film exhibition, arts administration or cultural event coordination.

About the role

The coordinator will research suitable cinemas, arts venues and community spaces across the UK, initiate contact, gather availability and venue requirements, and help shape an initial tour route. No on-site work or technical duties are required. All work is remote and email-based.

Hours and fee

This contract requires approximately 30 hours delivered flexibly over 8–10 weeks (around 3–4 hours per week).

Fee: £2,000–£2,800 total, depending on experience.

Equivalent to £66–£93 per hour, compliant with National Minimum Wage 2025.

Ideal candidate

Strong written communication, confidence contacting venues, organisational ability and interest in independent film or arts programming. Previous experience is welcome but not essential.

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Studio Receptionist

Job title: Studio ReceptionistLocation: Central LondonReports to: Daphne Mather, Head of CultureContract: Full time, in person
Six-month contract with the possibility to extend
Long term sick leave coverStart date: 19 January 2026
 About Locksmith Animation
Locksmith Animation is an independent, global animation studio developing and producing high-quality features, series, and shorts for audiences of all ages. Based in London and Los Angeles, Locksmith brings together a team of accomplished industry leaders and world-class creative talent in a filmmaker led studio. The studio tells contemporary stories that make people laugh, think, and feel.
 Job summary
We are seeking a polished and initiative-taking receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients, guests, and visitors to Locksmith Animation. This role is essential in creating a welcoming environment while ensuring smooth front desk operations. Working alongside the general assistants and the central co-ordinator, the ideal candidate will deliver exceptional customer service, maintain professional standards, and provide administrative support in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
 About the role
The receptionist is crucial for creating a positive first impression and ensuring smooth daily operations. They will undertake tasks including, scheduling, managing office supplies, and maintaining a tidy reception area. They support all teams across the London studio, managing reception duties and assisting with administrative tasks.
 Responsibilities

• Welcoming staff and new starters to the studio.
• Greeting visitors and notifying relevant parties promptly.
• Monitoring and controlling access to the studio. Enforcing security protocol for external guests and compiling all necessary paperwork for access control.
• Maintaining clean, organised reception, conference and screening areas.
• Manage refreshments, working lunches and keep a comprehensive inventory.
• Act as appointed first aider, fire marshal and key holder for the building, including responding to alarm call outs as and when required.
• Answer and forward phone calls professionally.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, parking, mail and dog logs.
• Manage access to the studio, including any parking and specific limited access arrangements.
• Assist with in-house events as needed.
• Report facilities issue promptly.
• Attend scheduling and diary meetings and other internal meetings as required.
• Uphold the company’s equal opportunities, access and diversity policies. To work with integrity and respect.
• Undertaking any other duties as may be appropriate to the nature of the post, as agreed with the Head of Culture.

 Qualifications

• Minimum one year in a high-volume environment.
• Professional, team-oriented demeanour.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Organised, resourceful, and adaptable.

 Career path
This role offers exposure to the entertainment industry and builds skills for advancement into administrative, operations, or production support positions.
 
LSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age. 
 
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK work prior to interview.  We have assessed this role, and it does not meet criteria to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. Therefore, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to without Locksmith’s sponsorship.
 
Job remuneration and hours: 40 hours a week. General hours: 8:30 – 17:30. Salary is London Living Wage.

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HETV Skills Fund Council members

ScreenSkills is the industry-led strategic skills body for the UK screen industries. As experts in career development for the screen sector, we offer a portfolio of training, programmes, events, free e-learning and other career resources to support the development of technical and professional skills across all career stages and for people from every background in every Nation and Region.

We use research and data to identify skills gaps and shortages which informs the investment in high-quality and inclusive training programmes made by our five Skills Funds: Animation, Children’s TV, Film, High-End TV and Unscripted TV. Our policy and advocacy work is focused on delivering change to support the UK’s skilled screen workforce and industry. ScreenSkills is also the lead delivery partner for the Government-funded Discover! Creative Careers programme which helps young people learn about jobs in the creative industries.

ScreenSkills is one part of an ecosystem that supports a world-leading, inclusive and agile workforce now and for the future. We work collaboratively with broadcasters, studios, streamers, production companies and other organisations across all sectors to power the skills needed to drive the long-term success of the UK’s screen industries.

Role purpose:

We are seeking two HETV Skills Fund Council Members who work for a production company in any genre of HETV with a good understanding of the skills needs of the workforce, and employers in the sector. Ideally, we are seeking one of the members to have business and legal affairs expertise.

Council members have delegated responsibility from the Board of Trustees in line with the Terms of Reference for overseeing the administration of the Fund, advising on the appropriate investment, development and delivery of training for the sector which forms the Operating Plan for the Fund.

The Council is responsible for discussing, reviewing and approving in detail the Fund’s Operating Plan, which is reviewed and updated annually. They also review the Fund’s finances to ensure resources are used appropriately and oversee the risk management of Fund activities.

Councils meet three to four times per year. The agenda and related papers are issued in advance of the meeting and Members are asked to allocate sufficient time to review these ahead of the meeting, so they can fully participate.

On an annual basis, the Council also review ScreenSkills’ strategic objectives and, via the Council chair, advise the Board on how to ensure that the strategy continues to deliver for the beneficiaries of the Fund.

Council Members have collective responsibility. This means that members always act as a group and not as individuals.

As a Council member, you are personally responsible for:

• Acting as a champion for the HETV Skills Fund and ScreenSkills.
• Advocating for the importance of skills.
• Attending the required number of Council meetings a year.
• Committing additional time to support ScreenSkills’ work when necessary.
• Declaring any conflict of interest in accordance with the Conflicts of Interests Policy.

The Council is made up of production company representatives from across the UK so we encourage applicants from all Nations and English regions. We are looking for individuals willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role and can broaden the diversity of thinking within our Fund Councils.

Works with:

• Fund Council Members, Fund Council Chair, Fund Lead, CEO, Finance Director, Board Chair, Board Members (as required)

Commitment:

• 3-year term (which can be renewed for a second term)
• Attendance at Council meetings – either in person or online (3 or 4 per year)
• Pre-reading materials circulated prior to council meetings and checking Council minutes circulated after meetings
• Participating in required onboarding within three months of appointment.
• Signing terms of reference upon appointment.

Remuneration:

• Unremunerated, reasonable expenses paid

Skills, experiences and attributes:

Desirable:

• Business and legal affairs expertise

Essential:

• Extensive experience of working in HETV in a particular department, or leadership role
• Demonstrable interest in training and development of the HETV workforce
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive industry and HETV workforce
• Capacity to devote the time and effort to contribute to the HETV Skills Fund Council.
• Ability to think creatively, be solution oriented, and challenge in a positive manner
• Council members are required to represent their organisation and the region in which they are based

Click  here for the full HETV Skills Fund Council member description. 

To apply:

Email  hetv@screenskills.com (please put HETV Council in the subject)

• Please provide a CV or career bio
• Please state the company you represent and its location in the UK
• Please state why you are interested in joining the Council

Closing date: 18th January 2026

Further information:

This role description is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing.

All successful applicants will receive the following information as part of the induction:

• Council Terms of Reference and Delegations of Authority document
• ScreenSkills' strategy, background, structure, and operational framework
• Conflicts of Interest Policy and declaration requirements
• Data protection obligations
• Charity governance principles and charity law obligations (including the requirement for funds to be used solely for charitable purposes)
• Communications protocols regarding Fund contributions

If you have any question about what the role entails or the commitment required or any further information to see if this would be right for you, please reach out to hetv@screenskills.com.

ScreenSkills is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering after a career break, women, people who are LGBTQ+, minority ethnic groups, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, from a less advantaged socio-economic background as well as any other under-represented group.

We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application & selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments approach. So, we encourage you to get in touch with us if you require anything jobs@screenskills.com.

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