Head of Communications, BBC Film

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE Join BBC Film a key part of the BBCs Content division at the forefront of British independent filmmaking. As Head of Communications you will devise and oversee communications and stakeholder affairs for BBC Film -ensuring delivery of high impact campaigns and consistent messaging to achieve maximum impact for publicity campaigns and reputation management. It will be busy varied and fast-paced but a hugely rewarding role.WHY JOIN THE TEAMBBC Film is a dynamic creative and collaborative team that champions distinctive British storytelling. We are looking for someone withsenior-level experience of corporate communications project-based publicity campaigns and brand management specifically within the filmindustry to work closely with the Director of BBC Film. This is a unique opportunity working in a supportive and inclusive environment that values innovation integrity and impact.YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:As Head of Communications for BBC Films you will:Lead Communications Strategy: Oversee and deliver all external and internal communications for the BBC Film portfolio ensuring alignment with departmental and corporate strategies.Press & PR Management: Plan and execute creative press and PR campaigns that support BBC Film titles and reflect the BBCs vision.Media Liaison & Monitoring: Serve as the primary press contact manage press releases and monitor media coverage.Reputation & Issues Management: Handle reputation management and crisis communications in collaboration with senior BBC leaders.Brand & Event Oversight: Manage brand representation including press events festivals printed materials and associated budgets.Digital Presence & Outreach: Supervise BBC Films digital platforms including website and social media via external providers.Evaluation & Compliance: Provide reports and analytics ensure adherence to BBC editorial guidelines and promote best practices across communications activities.YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEESSENTIALProven record of achievement in the publicity media and/or public relations and journalistic spheres specifically within the UK or international film industry. News sense with ability to write clear and lively press releases which stimulates both press and public interest.Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to develop maintain and enhance collaborative relationships with a wide variety of internal and external partners and stakeholders at all levels and across all spectrums of the British film and media landscape including digital/social media.Brand management experience across production of materials and messaging ensuring market positioning of BBC Film is clearly communicated across press marketing and social media. Youll have experience of supporting the end-to-end filmmaking process with a diplomatic collaborative and solutions-focused approach.Proven experience and understanding of current marketing and communications thinking practice and techniques including social media and strategy to reach all audiences. This will be combined with proven crisis management experience.JOB DETAILS JOB BAND: ECONTRACT TYPE: Permanent full-timeDEPARTMENT: Communications BBC Group Corporate AffairsLOCATION: London two to three days per week in the officeSALARY: 65000 – 75000pa plus London Weighting (5441pa) depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.Were happy to discuss flexible working. If youd like to please indicate your preference in the application though theres no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.Required Experience:Director Key Skills Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1