This is initially an unpaid/voluntary role for 6 months, but our aim is to provide a small salary/honorarium for each AFD role in 2026 if funds allow. Longer term we aim for AFD roles to be salaried part time roles.
Core Areas of Responsibility:
1. FilmFreeway Systems and Submission Management - Lead and oversee all submission systems and workflows. This protects the integrity and transparency of the festival.
2. Screening Team Leadership and Coverage - Own the structure, coordination and accountability of the screening team. This role ensures every film is given fair and equitable consideration.
3. Judging, Scoring and Selection Processes - Oversee and protect the integrity of the selection process. This role is about what is selected and why.
4. Programming Structure and Strand Development - Shape the artistic structure of the festival. The role ensures the programme feels intentional, not assembled.
5. Awards and Jury Coordination - Lead the artistic process behind Mansfield Film Awards (MFAs). This role protects the credibility of MTFF's awards.
6. Reporting and Representation Data - Produce analysis and insight around submissions and selections. This ensures programming decisions are evidence-led and accountable.

The Assistant Festival Director, Programming also:
- Is expected to watch and rate a significant proportion of submissions (on a voluntary, unpaid basis)
- Produces a post-festival Programming Report for the Festival Director and Board
- Supports future programming for satellite activity such as Reel Futures where appropriate
- Declares and manages conflicts of interest.

As MTFF moves beyond its initial three-year cycle, its focus now turns to establishing long-term financial stability, sustainability, and growth. The role will be initially voluntary, but our aim is to provide a small salary/honorarium for each AFD role in 2026, if funds are sufficient.