Fixed Term Contract: until 31 March 2029
We are looking for a Rights Research & Data Creator to research, assess, verify and document rights and provenance information for selected collections of moving image works, creating new rights records and enhancing existing data within the Collections Information Database (CID) as part of the Stories in Motion project.
What you’ll do
- Audit identified collections to assess the availability and quality of existing intellectual property rights (IPR) information.
- Conduct copyright and rights research on audiovisual collections to establish ownership, provenance and rights status.
- Research production credits, collection records, accession documentation and provenance to identify rights holders, copyright owners, collection donors and other stakeholders.
- Create, maintain and enrich rights information within Collections Information Database (CID) in accordance with BFI data standards
What you’ll bring
- Prior experience researching copyright ownership, provenance, intellectual property rights
- Knowledge of UK copyright law, particularly as it relates to film, tv or archives and cultural heritage organisations
- Demonstrable experience of working with collections management or rights management systems
- 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + bank holidays + the option to buy up to 5 extra days of annual leave
- Additional paid time off between Christmas and New Year
- BFI pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
- BFI Childcare Scheme, where we contribute to childcare costs
- Enhanced pay for Maternity & Paternity leave
- Complimentary tickets to BFI Southbank & IMAX screenings and events
- Free BFI Player subscription + discount on BFI merchandise, and film tickets
We support diversity and inclusion, and as an organisation recognise that we need to address under representation within our teams. As such we strongly welcome and encourage applicants from our under-represented groups; who identify as D/deaf and disabled and/or are Black and Global Majority. We guarantee a place at the first stage selection process to our under-represented groups who meet our minimum requirements.
The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Tuesday 06 October
First interviews will be held in the week commencing 19 October 2026
Second interviews will be held in the week commencing 26 October 2026
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Rights Research and Data Creator employer: British Film Institute (BFI)
The British Film Institute (BFI) is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration in the heart of London. As a Film Education Lead for Schools, you will have the opportunity to shape inclusive learning experiences while benefiting from professional development and growth opportunities within a prestigious organisation dedicated to film education. With a commitment to diversity and innovation, BFI provides a supportive environment where your contributions can make a meaningful impact on the next generation of filmmakers and audiences.
Contact Details:
British Film Institute (BFI) Recruitment Team
