As co-lead of Sheffield DocFest, The Managing Director (MD) works closely and collaboratively with the Creative Director (CD) to deliver the annual festival Sheffield DocFest (June) and its year-round programmes and initiatives.
As co-lead, the MD is responsible for business affairs and business development; partnerships and fundraising; production and operations; audience development, as well as ensuring appropriate governance processes and policies.
As co-lead, the Managing Director assumes responsibility for business performance and sustainability; and for developing and implementing strategic and business plans that deliver on the International Documentary Festival Sheffield's charitable objectives.
As co-lead, the Creative Director sets the programme agenda across Film Programmes, Alternate Realities, Marketplace & Talent and Talks & Sessions and year-round programme. Operationally this role reports to the Managing Director with a direct line to the Board of Trustees on programme.
Both directors work in partnership to maximise relationships, resources and opportunities for the continued benefit of the charity.
Role requirements:Minimum of 5 years relevant leadership/senior management experience, preferably in festivals, cinemas, arts, tv or film production, broadcast, or events management environment.Experience in developing forward-thinking innovative strategies, setting targets, and delivering against KPIs.Demonstrable financial acumen with proven experience in increasing self-generated revenue, fundraising and growing contributions.Demonstrable experience of managing senior teams to achieve tangible outcomes, including experience in performance management.A proven track record of taking action on equality, diversity and inclusion and environmental sustainability.Audience-focused with an advanced understanding of audience development and relevant experience of deepening and diversifying engagement.Sheffield-based or willing to spend 3 days a week in the Sheffield office.Must possess a great team ethos, inspire confidence, be trustworthy and diplomatic, as well as a convincing negotiator.Excellent organisational skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines in a busy environment.Minimum GCSE or equivalent, computer literate, proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management.You are invited to apply for this role by submitting an up-to-date CV (no more than two sides) plus a statement on why you feel you are suited to the role (between 500 and 1000 words).
If you require further information (including requests for printed forms/access support) or if you would like to discuss the role prior to applying please contact, Maria Stoneman, Head of HR & Participation at: ****** Interviews will take place between 25th November and 6th December 2024.
The closing date for this position is 18/11/2024 at 17:00.
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