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For half a century, the NFTS has developed some of Britain and the world’s top creative talent.
First established in 1971, the National Film and Television School (NFTS) has evolved to become a leading global institution, developing some of Britain and the world’s top creative talent in film, television and games. It is widely acknowledged to be the top school of its kind in the UK and one of the best internationally, being named as one of The Hollywood Reporter’s top international film schools for over a decade. The NFTS is a registered charity (313429).
The NFTS is a full-time working production house, set in film and TV studios in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, just outside London and easily accessible by train and bus.
At the NFTS, people are at the heart of what we do. We’re an inclusive employer and are committed to equality of opportunity, and building a culturally diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.
Our commitments to protecting the rights of our staff and students of protected categories can be found here https://nfts.co.uk/equality-diversity-and-inclusion
Explore our latest vacancies
You can find a list of our current vacancies below, simply click on the job title for more details on the role.
What the NFTS can offer
Wherever you work here at NFTS, your contribution will be central to our achievements. In return, full time employees are entitled to 20 days holiday a year, as well as any public holidays and an additional 11 fixed days leave at Christmas and Easter. While our standard week is 9.30-5.30 (35 hours per week), we are supportive of employees wishing to work flexibly and will consider a range of options. Please include any flexible working requests on your cover letter.
Other benefits include: Life Assurance, Pension scheme, Bike to Work scheme, Counselling and Employee Assistance programme, subsidised canteen, Cinema Club (in-house film screenings), Rail discounts/season ticket loans and eligibility for a TOTUM (formerly NUS Extra) discount card that offers a variety of high street discounts.
How to apply
To apply for one of our roles, please email your CV, a covering letter which includes your salary expectation and a completed Equality Monitoring Form to recruitment@nfts.co.uk. Please note that we are unable to sponsor candidates for these roles, so we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are able to demonstrate their right to live and work in the UK. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, we will not be able to progress your application.
If you are interested in working with us as a Visiting Tutor, please email your CV and a completed Equality Monitoring Form to recruitment@nfts.co.uk and we'll share this with the relevant department.
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We are currently recruiting for an exceptional Director to lead the newly established NFTS Sean Connery Institute in Scotland. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a major new institution for Scotland's film and television sector. Bringing together the established work of NFTS Scotland and the Sean Connery Talent Lab, the Institute will expand access to world-class training, create new routes into the industry and strengthen the connection between talent development and employment across Scotland.
Working closely with the Director of the NFTS, the successful candidate will lead a talented team, build relationships across industry, government, education and philanthropy, and become a prominent voice for the Institute and for screen talent in Scotland. We are looking for a respected, entrepreneurial leader with the imagination to see what the Institute could become and the drive to make it happen. The role is based in Edinburgh, with regular travel across Scotland and to other NFTS sites.
Director, NFTS Sean Connery Institute - Job Description
To apply, please email your CV, a covering letter and a completed Equality Monitoring Form to Recruitment@nfts.co.uk.
Closing date for applications will be Wednesday 18th November 2026.
We are currently recruiting for a Development Manager: YouTube Development Programmes to lead the delivery of the BBC | YouTube | NFTS Create x Connect programme, driving its successful implementation and ensuring it achieves its creative and strategic objectives.
The Development Manager will ideally be based from our offices in Cardiff.
This is a hands-on role requiring excellent organisation, initiative and attention to detail, alongside the ability to build strong relationships with participants, creative practitioners, industry partners and internal stakeholders and to respond effectively to changing priorities and opportunities.
Development Manager: YouTube Development Programmes - Job Description
To apply, please email your CV, a covering letter and a completed Equality Monitoring Form to Recruitment@nfts.co.uk.
Closing date for applications will be Sunday 8th November 2026.
We are currently recruiting for a Training Coordinator: YouTube Development Programmes to work closely with the Development Manager and Programme Leads across the BBC | YouTube | NFTS Create x Connect and NFTS YouTube Creator Incubator programmes, as well as NFTS Cymru Wales short courses, providing day-to-day administrative and practical support.
This is a hands-on role requiring excellent organisation, attention to detail and communication skills, together with a proactive and flexible approach to supporting a busy training environment.
Training Coordinator: YouTube Development Programmes - Job Description
To apply, please email your CV, a covering letter and a completed Equality Monitoring Form to Recruitment@nfts.co.uk.
Closing date for applications will be Sunday 8th November 2026.
We are looking for a Tutor specializing in Animation for Film and Games. This will ideally be someone with extensive industry experience across the film, games and commercial sectors who enjoys working with students and helping them bring their ideas to fruition.
The role is a flexible, part-time contracted job, involving up to 40 days per year. Most teaching is carried out at Beaconsfield Studios, and is concentrated across September to December and also February to June. This would suit professionals working within the industry on a part time or freelance basis.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced 3D animator with skills in character animation, game animation, previz, or technical animation. Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in either Maya or Unreal Engine, along with the ability to apply these skills within an educational environment.
Visiting Tutor - Animation for Film and Games - Job Description
To apply, please email your CV, a covering letter and a completed Equality Monitoring Form to ALewis@nfts.co.uk.
The closing date for applications will be Sunday 15th November 2026.
We are looking for industry practitioners, makers and specialists to join our Visiting Tutor pool for our brand-new Costume Design MFA.
We’re looking for those who can offer specialist tutoring from cutting and draping, breakdown/dyeing, milliners, shoemaking, jewellers and more.
Visiting Tutor - Costume Design - Advert
We are open to discussion about what you can offer us so please email a short intro, CV/portfolio link, and your areas of expertise to costumedesign@nfts.co.uk.
The closing date for applications will be Sunday 13th December 2026.
We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including young people and adults at risk. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.
All successful applicants who are working with students under the age of 19 or vulnerable adults will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references.
Please note that we reserve the right to close any vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible.
