Curator

This is a new role, supported by an Assistant Curator and would suit someone motivatedby the opportunity to conduct research into the collections; to further develop a successful team; to manage a lively portfolio of partnerships and projects; and to introduce new pathways for screen arts engagement at the BFI.

• Work across a full range of collections engagement activities, including publications, public programme, talks, broadcast, artist's collaborations and events. Interpret and communicate the collections in a way that sparks imagination and encourages participation
• Propose and undertake new research into the Screencraft collections, securing opportunities for funded research and partnerships, and supporting our vibrant research community
• Develop and support our programme of community outreach, including the growth of volunteer engagement and participatory practice - from Collections in Schools to Pop Up Exhibitions
• Nurture relationships with contemporary makers and artists (particularly photographers and designers), lead acquisitions for this area, and keep up to date with emergent Screencraft fields. Inform a focused, responsive and sustainable collecting and disposal plan for the future. Fully contribute to acquisition, loan and disposal activities and planning

• At least 3 years collections-based experience, or equivalent, within an archive, museum, gallery or library setting
• Research active in one or more areas related to screen craft (for example, photography, film, graphic arts, design), with a publication record in a related discipline and an enthusiasm for a range of historic and contemporary British film and TV
• Demonstrable experience of working in a socially engaged way with artists, makers and communities
• Experience of co-generating and delivering engagement strategies, with the ability to think and write creatively for audiences
• Experience of designing and managing collections-based projects
• A full list of responsibilities and minimum requirements can be found in the job description.

First interviews will be held on Wednesday 02/ Thursday 03 July 2025.

Second interviews will be held on Thursday 10 July 2025.

The closing date for this position is 23/06/2025 at 23:59