At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a dynamic 2-3 minute film showcasing arts and culture in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole.
- Company: Cultural Compact promoting creativity and inclusivity in the local community.
- Benefits: £5000 fee for 100 hours of creative work and collaboration with arts leaders.
- Other info: Collaborate with visionary artists and contribute to a thriving cultural community.
- Why this job: Showcase your filmmaking skills while celebrating local culture and making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Proven filmmaking experience and strong understanding of the local arts scene.
We are looking for a filmmaker, or collective of filmmakers, to create a 2-3-minute short film that will showcase arts and culture across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole to be ready for release in November 2026.
The Cultural Compact is looking to create a new short film that will showcase arts and culture across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole, using new footage alongside archival recordings to advocate for our creative industries both regionally and nationally. Through this project, we aim to promote our towns as cultural destinations and help residents and visitors understand the amazing work done by artists and organisations within their communities. This short film will be shared on social media, be viewable on our website, and used to supplement strategic funding applications in the near future. This film should contain embedded captions and/or BSL-interpretation.
The concept will be decided in collaboration with Rohan Gotobed, Arts Development Lead for the Cultural Compact, based upon and including the existing Place-Based-Narrative, which can be found on the following pages. We want to work with experienced artists who are dynamic and visionary. They will be excited to show off Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole's culture, ranging from grassroots practitioners to large organisations, and how it positively impacts the people who live here.
The total fee for this work is £5000, which covers 100 hours (or twelve days) of the successful applicant's time.
Job Requirements- Proven experience in filmmaking.
- Strong understanding of the arts and cultural scene in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole.
- Excellent collaborative skills, working alongside the Arts Development Lead, arts leaders, and other partners.
- Create a short film of 2-3 minutes in length by 30th November 2026, utilising existing footage as well as new footage shot specifically for this project. The BCP Film Office will be collaborating with us to secure any locations required.
For more information, contact Rohan Gotobed for the full commissioning document.
Application Requirements- Filmmaking CV (including 2 references who can be contacted by the compact upon interview)
- Link to showreel/portfolio
- A short covering letter (max 400 words) telling us why you’re the perfect person or team to make this short film. Alternatively, the short covering letter can also be sent as a video or audio file no longer than 4 minutes.
All applications will be reviewed by members of the Cultural Compact Task Group. The three shortlisted teams will be asked to supply a short 2–3-page treatment that will be reviewed through the interview process.
By fostering inclusivity and creativity, we aim to create a thriving cultural community that enriches the lives of residents and visitors and boosts the local economy.
Cultural Compact for Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole employer: Arts Council England
Arts Council England is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a vibrant work culture that prioritises inclusivity and creativity. With flexible and hybrid working arrangements based in Manchester, employees are empowered to manage diverse projects while receiving ample opportunities for professional growth and development within the arts education sector. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people through the arts.
