Creative Engagement Film Practitioner - Manchester

Creative Engagement Film Practitioner - Manchester

HOME Closing date: Mon, 31 Aug 2026

Artform: Combined arts
Role: Creative
Contract: Permanent
North West

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

We are hiring for a new role to join our Creative Engagement team who do some amazing work. This role will lead the coordination, administration & delivery of HOME's film engagement programmes. Interviews will be taking place in person on Thursday 10th September 2026. Apply now before 31 August.

Job Description

Summary
1. Working closely with the Head of Creative Engagement to deliver HOME's year-round Creative Engagement offer for young people, schools and communities.
2. Lead multiple Creative Engagement film projects, be part of working groups, and collaborate with colleagues to ensure that the engagement programme links directly to and is part of HOME's overall programme - as directed by the Head of Creative Engagement or CEO.
3. Lead the BFI Film Academy North, holding relationships with core partners and stakeholders. Implementing effective project management and embedding best practice to ensure set outcomes and outputs are delivered in a timely manner.
4. Recruit, contract, liaise and supervise freelance artists, filmmakers and other creative practitioners engaged in the delivery of projects.
5. Effectively manage project budgets, regularly reporting to the Head of Creative Engagement.
6. With a high level of project administration, manage time and resources and implement effective administration processes in order to produce high-quality work.
7. Develop opportunities and shape pathways to careers for young people and communities. Supervise the BFI Intern and BFI Apprentice.
8. Maintain a working knowledge of and participate in regional and national engagement and film networks, to keep up to speed with developments in the industry.
9. Work with the Marketing and Communications team to ensure work is effectively promoted. Regularly writing copy and providing content for social media and updating the website in order to raise the profile of HOME's Creative Engagement work at a local and national level.
10. Work with HOME's Development Team to identify and support fundraising and reporting when needed.
11. Develop and implement an effective monitoring and evaluation strategy for the programme and to provide written reports when required.
12. Represent GMAC at relevant conferences and events and be an advocate for this programme of work internally, locally,

Job Requirements

The Creative Engagement Film Practitioner will manage multiple large projects. Creating opportunities for young people to access film, building practical filmmaking skills and a wider understanding of the film sector. They will programme and produce film workshops, screenings and networking events. Proactively shaping pathways to careers in the arts and consistently ensuring our work is reflective of Manchester's diverse communities. The role will develop key relationships with industry partners including the BFI, education providers, arts organisations and community organisations. Implementing effective project management in order to deliver a high-quality offer for Young People, Schools and Communities.

Job Responsibilities

The post holder will be a highly organised project lead who has a specialist interest or background in film, and experience working with young people. They will also have experience managing budgets and have a good understanding of financial processes and project administration. They will supervise freelance artists, internships and apprentices. They must demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced team.
The Creative Engagement Film Practitioner will work closely with the Head of Creative Engagement and the wider Creative Engagement Team to ensure their work supports the organisation's strategy. They will work effectively with other departments at HOME to develop a dynamic, creative programme that enables everyone to access art and culture.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Creative Engagement Film Practitioner - Manchester
  • Salary: £25k-£30k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Combined arts
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 31 Aug 2026
  • Location:
    North West
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Job: Creative Engagement Film Practitioner - Manchester

Job: Creative Engagement Film Practitioner - Manchester

Organisation: HOME

Postcode: M15 4FN

How to Apply

Application format: submit by email an up-to-date CV together with a supporting statement of no more than 2 A4 pages. Alternatively, this can be provided as a short video/audio response no more than 10 minutes in length. Please ensure you provide examples of how you meet the essential criteria within the Person Specification and the main responsibilities for this role in your supporting statement. All documents submitted as part of the application must be in .pdf, .doc, or .docx format.