Careers Manager - Screen & Film in Leeds

At BIMM University, we're more than just an educational institution; we're a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

As Careers Manager, you will play a key role in supporting our students to develop the skills, confidence and connections they need to succeed in their careers. You’ll work closely with academic teams and industry partners to create meaningful, real-world opportunities that enhance employability.

What You’ll Do:

• Leading and overseeing Careers and Enterprise activity for Film students
• Providing tailored careers guidance, including 1:1 support with CVs, portfolios and digital profiles
• Building strong relationships with industry partners such as recruitment agencies, casting agents and production companies
• Identifying and sharing job opportunities, projects and industry insights with students and the wider team
• Supporting students and graduates to secure paid roles, freelance work and creative opportunities, including interview and audition preparation
• Creating opportunities for collaboration across campuses and faculties
• Organising and delivering careers workshops, networking events and industry engagement opportunities
• Supporting students with placements, live projects and enterprise initiatives
• Showcasing student and graduate work through screenings, performances and events
• Promoting enterprise skills, including business start-up knowledge and self-employment pathways
• Working with internal teams to highlight student success and careers activity across marketing channels
• Championing equity, diversity and inclusion, ensuring opportunities are accessible to all students
• Monitoring and reporting on careers activity to measure impact and inform future initiatives

What You’ll Bring:

• A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent professional experience
• Experience supporting student or early-career development, ideally within a higher education or creative environment
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• An understanding of career development principles and current industry trends
• Confidence using digital tools and platforms, including social media
• The ability to use data and insight to evaluate and improve activity
• Strong communication skills, including presenting to groups
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

This is a part time role, based on working 15 hours per week with availability required on Mondays.

We are a values led organisation, meaning our core values underpin all that we do. In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
• SMART pension
• A comprehensive benefits package

We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation. We are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of our students, therefore all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.