Vacancy:
Film Screenings Programmer (Freelancer) (Awards & Content)
Location:
Hybrid, London W1J 9LN
Contract:
Part Time
Salary:
Circa £150 a day
Description:
Are you highly organised, calm under pressure, and passionate about film?
BAFTA is looking for a Film Screenings Programmer (Freelance) to help deliver a high-profile, fast-paced screenings programme during the awards season (October–February).
This is a standout opportunity for a freelance event professional or film industry coordinator to play a vital role in making sure BAFTA Members have the best possible access to this season's contenders.
What you'll do:
* Coordinate and deliver in-person and online film screenings across our busy awards season schedule
* Liaise with film distributors, studios, and talent reps to ensure screenings run smoothly
* Manage screening schedules, ticketing, RSVPs, and attendance reports
* Support Q&As, guest introductions, and special events—both logistically and on-site
* Handle talent coordination, including green room management, arrivals, and liaising with publicists and agents
* Be the key contact for high-profile guests and their teams, ensuring a polished and professional experience
* Collaborate closely with BAFTA teams to deliver flawless events, from logistics to audience experience
* Stay cool and solutions-focused when dealing with last-minute changes or challenges
What we're looking for:
* Solid experience coordinating film screenings, events, or similar projects
* Confident working with high-profile talent and their representatives
* Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills
* Clear, professional communicator with a proactive mind-set
* Calm under pressure and comfortable with fast turnarounds
* Available evenings and weekends during peak awards season
* A genuine passion for film and BAFTA's mission
Why join us?
This is a unique chance to work at the heart of the film industry during one of its most exciting times of year. You'll gain hands-on experience, build relationships with leading industry figures, and help BAFTA deliver an outstanding screenings season.
Interested?
Submit your details with your career, experience history and let us know why you'd be a great fit.
About Us:
ABOUT BAFTA
BAFTA isa leading arts charity focused on championing creativity, opportunity and social change for all through the transformative power of film, games and television.
BAFTA's Purpose:
Enrich the cultural landscape. Level the playing field. Be progressive. Inspire and celebrate.
BAFTA's Mission:
We champion practitioners in film, games and television, regardless of background and life experience. We provide community for our members and strive for progressive industry and cultural practices. We recognise exceptional storytelling through our awards.
BAFTA's Vision:
People from all backgrounds will have opportunity to thrive in the screen industries, bringing rich, more diverse stories for us to celebrate.
DIVERSITY MONITORING
Our aim is for our staff to be a diverse mix of talented people who want to come and do their best work. BAFTA is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who want to join BAFTA and do their best work. Our culture at work is inclusive and we celebrate diversity in all its forms. Please take the time to fill out our Diversity Monitoring Survey. All the information you provide will be anonymous and is not considered with your application.
We actively encourage all applicants to share with us how you might perform best throughout our recruitment process, as such should you wish for us to adjust the process in order for you to shine please get in touch:
Date Posted:
24 Sep 2025