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Contract: Fixed term, 30 November 2026 to 26 March 2027
Working arrangements: Some evening and weekend work is required, particularly during Glasgow Film Festival from 24 February to 7 March 2027. Additional hours accrue as time off in lieu and must be taken within the contract period.
Glasgow Film Festival is looking for an organised, proactive and creative Marketing Officer to help promote the festival’s films, events and Industry Focus conference.
Glasgow Film Festival is Scotland’s flagship film festival. Its 23rd edition will take place from 24 February to 7 March 2027, presenting Scottish and international filmmaking through screenings, premieres, special events, workshops and an industry conference.
About the role:
Working with colleagues across the Festival and Marketing teams, you will gather and create content to help promote the festival through social media, websites, subscriber newsletters and printed materials.
You will also help reach specific audiences by promoting relevant films and events to community groups and other contacts. The role involves supporting colleagues across several areas while taking responsibility for key pieces of marketing activity.
Main responsibilities:
- gather film synopses, images, trailers and other marketing materials from colleagues, filmmakers and distribution companies
- help create engaging content for social media and the Glasgow Film websites
- produce and send e-newsletters to subscribers
- write and proofread website and marketing copy
- assist with printed and online marketing materials
- help keep website content and festival assets accurate and up to date
- promote films and events to relevant audiences and interest groups
- support partner cinemas that need festival information or marketing assets
- help capture social media content at red-carpet photocalls and other locations
- work collaboratively with colleagues to meet deadlines and respond to changing priorities
- practical experience of delivering social media campaigns and e-newsletters, including gathering content
- experience using content management system platforms
- excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong proofreading skills
- excellent IT skills, including a strong working knowledge of PCs, Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office
- strong administrative and organisational skills
- excellent interpersonal and collaborative working skills
- strong problem-solving ability
- close attention to detail and a creative eye for marketing opportunities
- the ability to manage a busy workload, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
- the ability to work flexibly during evenings and weekends when required
- an understanding of equal opportunities and a commitment to making the arts accessible to everyone
- an understanding of environmental and sustainability issues, with a commitment to helping Glasgow Film reduce its carbon footprint
- a positive, enthusiastic and proactive approach
- knowledge of and enthusiasm for film and festivals
- experience successfully promoting events to new audiences through different platforms
- experience using design software, including Photoshop and Illustrator, to create assets
- an interest in the arts, film, festivals or event management
Equality and inclusion
Glasgow Film is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Positions are offered to candidates with the required skills without consideration of race, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age, marital or civil partnership status, or disability.
Glasgow Film is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace and encourages applications from people who are excited by the role, even if their experience does not align with every desirable criterion.
Right to work and references
The successful applicant must have the right to work in the UK and provide the required documentation. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory employment references, normally including one from the applicant’s current or most recent employer.
Interviews: Online during the week commencing Monday 2 November
The closing date for this position is 26/10/2026 at 10:00
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