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Course Leader - Production Accounting
| Posting date: | 06 June 2024 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 23 June 2024 |
| Location: | Glasgow, Scotland |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | National Film & Television School |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | PRODACC24CL |
Summary
COURSE LEADER – PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN PRODUCTION ACCOUNTING FOR FILM & TV
NFTS Scotland – Glasgow (primarily online)
Contract basis:
• Pre-course prep to be discussed
• Delivery: 26 x sessions over 9 months, primarily online but including in person sessions in either Glasgow or London/Beaconsfield
• Marking and review to be discussed (dependent on cohort numbers)
Responsible to: Head of NFTS Scotland
Rate: Fee basis, equivalent to £250 per day, dependent on experience,
We are currently recruiting for a Course Leader for the Professional Diploma in Production Accounting for Film & TV. The diploma. Delivered predominately online, it is the only qualification of its kind in the world, attracting participants looking to transfer into production from more general finance and accountancy backgrounds. Graduates of the course go on to make a significant contribution to film and television production across the UK. Leading the Diploma provides a unique opportunity for someone who is excited about imparting their knowledge to, and inspiring the next generation of Production Accountants and making a key contribution to the work of the NFTS.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Purpose of role:
The course leader post requires an experienced Production Accounting professional for film and/or television with a solid understanding, knowledge and practical experience of industry customs and practices.
As Course Leader – Production Accounting you will:
1. Impart knowledge to and inspire the next generation of film and television-makers.
2. Take part in the selection of students to ensure the most talented students secure a place at the NFTS.
3. Monitor and mark the work of each individual student, attending discussions to make sure participants receive proper analysis of all their work at each stage together with practical recommendations.
4. Provide familiarisation for other production roles in order to provide context and a broad understanding of production workflow and the Production Accountant’s role in that.
5. Review, revise as required for HETV as well as feature films and lead the Production Accounting curriculum in consultation with the Curriculum Advisory Group.
6. Monitor expenditure, working closely with the Head of NFTS Scotland to maintain budgetary control, ensuring the department keeps within its financial limits.
7. Take an active part in identifying and recruiting a range of guest speakers, keeping up-to-date lists and liaising with the Head of NFTS Scotland to work within the budget.
8. Take responsibility for the Health & Safety of all persons engaged in Department activities, reporting any H&S matters arising and ensuring appropriate Risk Assessments are in place.
9. Undertaking any other duties as may be reasonably required in the position.
PROFILE
- This post requires an experienced film and/or television production accounting professional with solid understanding, knowledge and practical experience of the industry
- Experience at a senior level in Production Accounting, either as Financial Controller or Production Accountant, ideally with experience in both feature films and HETV.
- An essential quality is the ability to recognise and foster potential talent, whilst also ensuring students reach the technical standards required of them.
- Course Leaders need to be adept at running their area smoothly and efficiently.
- Course Leaders are expected to inspire enthusiasm amongst the students and guests for whom they are responsible.
- Good interpersonal skills are essential.
For further information about this role and information on how to apply please visit https://www.nfts.co.uk/nfts-jobs
The closing date for applications will be Sunday 23rd June 2024.
Please note that we are unable to sponsor candidates for this role, so we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are able to demonstrate their right to live and work in the UK. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, we will not be able to progress your application.
At the NFTS, people are at the heart of what we do. We’re an inclusive employer and are committed to equality of opportunity, and building a culturally diverse workforce. We are committed to being an anti-racist organization and to increasing our representation of staff from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds.
NFTS Scotland – Glasgow (primarily online)
Contract basis:
• Pre-course prep to be discussed
• Delivery: 26 x sessions over 9 months, primarily online but including in person sessions in either Glasgow or London/Beaconsfield
• Marking and review to be discussed (dependent on cohort numbers)
Responsible to: Head of NFTS Scotland
Rate: Fee basis, equivalent to £250 per day, dependent on experience,
We are currently recruiting for a Course Leader for the Professional Diploma in Production Accounting for Film & TV. The diploma. Delivered predominately online, it is the only qualification of its kind in the world, attracting participants looking to transfer into production from more general finance and accountancy backgrounds. Graduates of the course go on to make a significant contribution to film and television production across the UK. Leading the Diploma provides a unique opportunity for someone who is excited about imparting their knowledge to, and inspiring the next generation of Production Accountants and making a key contribution to the work of the NFTS.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Purpose of role:
The course leader post requires an experienced Production Accounting professional for film and/or television with a solid understanding, knowledge and practical experience of industry customs and practices.
As Course Leader – Production Accounting you will:
1. Impart knowledge to and inspire the next generation of film and television-makers.
2. Take part in the selection of students to ensure the most talented students secure a place at the NFTS.
3. Monitor and mark the work of each individual student, attending discussions to make sure participants receive proper analysis of all their work at each stage together with practical recommendations.
4. Provide familiarisation for other production roles in order to provide context and a broad understanding of production workflow and the Production Accountant’s role in that.
5. Review, revise as required for HETV as well as feature films and lead the Production Accounting curriculum in consultation with the Curriculum Advisory Group.
6. Monitor expenditure, working closely with the Head of NFTS Scotland to maintain budgetary control, ensuring the department keeps within its financial limits.
7. Take an active part in identifying and recruiting a range of guest speakers, keeping up-to-date lists and liaising with the Head of NFTS Scotland to work within the budget.
8. Take responsibility for the Health & Safety of all persons engaged in Department activities, reporting any H&S matters arising and ensuring appropriate Risk Assessments are in place.
9. Undertaking any other duties as may be reasonably required in the position.
PROFILE
- This post requires an experienced film and/or television production accounting professional with solid understanding, knowledge and practical experience of the industry
- Experience at a senior level in Production Accounting, either as Financial Controller or Production Accountant, ideally with experience in both feature films and HETV.
- An essential quality is the ability to recognise and foster potential talent, whilst also ensuring students reach the technical standards required of them.
- Course Leaders need to be adept at running their area smoothly and efficiently.
- Course Leaders are expected to inspire enthusiasm amongst the students and guests for whom they are responsible.
- Good interpersonal skills are essential.
For further information about this role and information on how to apply please visit https://www.nfts.co.uk/nfts-jobs
The closing date for applications will be Sunday 23rd June 2024.
Please note that we are unable to sponsor candidates for this role, so we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are able to demonstrate their right to live and work in the UK. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, we will not be able to progress your application.
At the NFTS, people are at the heart of what we do. We’re an inclusive employer and are committed to equality of opportunity, and building a culturally diverse workforce. We are committed to being an anti-racist organization and to increasing our representation of staff from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds.