Dissertation Manager and Master's Project Supervisor

Start date September 2025

First established in 1971, the National Film and Television School (NFTS) has evolved to become a leading global institution, developing some of Britain and the world’s top creative talent in film, television and games. It is widely acknowledged to be the top school of its kind in the UK and one of the best internationally, being named as one of The Hollywood Reporter’s top international film schools for over a decade. The NFTS is a registered charity (313429).

We are currently recruiting for a Dissertation Manager and Master's Project Supervisor to lead and support research projects across our diverse portfolio of Master's courses. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the world’s leading film, television and games schools, working with emerging talent across a broad range of creative disciplines.

This role includes the supervision of research projects across the School and act as the Primary tutor for the Master’s Portfolio as well as supporting the Director of Curriculum in building a diverse team of dissertation and project tutors.

This role would suit someone with a good understanding of postgraduate-level academic research and supervision. You will also have an understanding of the film, television and games industries and how academic research can engage with professional practice.

This role commences in September 2025 and will be for approximately 70 days per annum with the potential to increase.

For further information about this role, the full job description and details of how to apply, please visit our website (via the 'Apply' button above).

Closing date for applications is Sunday 11^th May 2025.

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 organisation and to increasing our representation of staff from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds.

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