Do you love films? Are you interested in bringing the world's best moving images to audiences? Would you like to hear about some of the ways in which you could use your passion to build a career?
Graduates of our MA Film Studies, Programming and Curation, run in partnership with the BFI, work in a wide range of roles in film festivals, online platforms, cinemas and distribution companies. This conversation between Film Programmer and Curator, Jade Turner, and NFTS course leader and festival consultant Sandra Hebron will explore the practicalities, pleasures and challenges of working in this dynamic cultural field.
Jade Turner is a film programmer and curator at the Independent Cinema Office. She has previously worked for Curzon, programming Curzon Home Cinema and Curzon cinemas, as well as Northampton Filmhouse, the Museum of the Home, Open City Documentary Festival and Film Africa. Jade has a Master's degree in Film Studies, Programming and Curation from the National Film and Television School, and a Bachelor's degree in Film Studies from King's College London.
Sandra has had a long career in independent cinema and festival management and curation in the UK, Europe and East Asia, including as BFI Head of Festivals (2003-2011).
Event programme:
6:30 - 7pm | Register/refreshments
7 – 8pm | Conversation with Jade Turner and Sandra Hebron
8 – 9 pm | Q&A and networking
*Please note seats are available on a first come, first served basis*
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Due to Health and Safety regulations, you must be 18 years of age or older to attend this event.
Where is the event?
BFI Stephen Street (not Southbank)
21 Stephen Street
London
W1T 1LN
Nearest tube station is Tottenham Court Road or Goodge Street
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
You can print or simply show your online ticket/QR code on your smart phone when you arrive.
Please note places are allocated on a first come, first serve basis
Questions or access requirements? Please email openday@nfts.co.uk
