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Job Summary
As part of our BFI Screen Heritage Fund ‘Resilient Foundations’ project, we are seeking a highly motivated Fundraising Consultant to support and develop London’s Screen Archives’ (LSA) nascent major gift fundraising strategy from individuals.
Job Description
As part of our BFI Screen Heritage Fund 'Resilient Foundations' project, we are seeking a highly motivated Fundraising Consultant to support and develop London's Screen Archives' (LSA) nascent major gift fundraising strategy from individuals.
Over three years, the LSA Fundraising Consultant will help start LSA on its major gift and individual giving fundraising journey. You will develop a prospect list from our mailing lists, your existing contacts and through research, that you will then cultivate and convert into successful donations during your contract. You will be supported by our Executive Team and Board as needed. In addition, we will work with you to develop an annual fundraising campaign to raise our profile and secure donations that will support our work discovering and preserving London's history on film.
These early stages of the strategy will aim to build long-term relationships and inspire on-going philanthropic support for LSA. Your work will be essential to our successful delivery of the BFI Screen Heritage Fund objectives.
You will have a track record of major donor fundraising, ideally with an established network of relevant contacts and relationships, and excellent knowledge of the heritage, film and arts sectors. You will also have some knowledge of the screen heritage sector. You will be a highly skilled communicator and relationship builder able to develop compelling cases for support tailored to individual prospects.
Film London can offer an initial contract of 60 days over three years (approx. 20 days per year) until March 2029.
This contract will sit within the Audiences and Archives Team, reporting to and working alongside the LSA Manager and our Head of Partnerships to align with the charity-wide fundraising strategy, working jointly on cultivation and identifying prospects to maximise philanthropic income.
This role is made possible with the support of the BFI Screen Heritage Fund, awarding National Lottery funding.
- Job Title: London's Screen Archives Fundraising Consultant
The closing date for applications is 5pm, Wednesday 9 September 2026.
It is the policy of Film London to promote and integrate equality of opportunity into all aspects of its business, including its appointment of staff. We wish to ensure that Film London reflects the diversity of the communities in which it works. We welcome applications from groups currently under-represented including black, Asian and minority ethnic and disabled people.
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London's Screen Archives Fundraising Consultant employer: Arts Council England
Arts Council England is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values flexibility and employee well-being. With a focus on professional growth, employees benefit from generous annual leave, a final salary pension scheme, and opportunities to lead innovative digital projects in a collaborative environment. Located in Manchester, the role allows for hybrid working, ensuring a balanced approach to work and life while contributing to meaningful organisational change.
