As we embrace the next chapter in the Ffilm Cymru Wales story, we are looking for an exceptional individual to lead the Board and senior team in support of our ambitions for film in Wales.
We are looking for a Chair with:
- experience, credibility and contacts in the industry
- a familiarity with the wider Welsh media landscape
- enthusiasm and the creative power to embrace the work ahead
- the ability to influence and advocate to decision makers and funders, supporting the long-term success of Ffilm Cymru Wales
- our shared values and passion to support a thriving bilingual film sector in Wales.
The Role
- Role: Chair
- Location: Cardiff/Flexible
- Sector: Film
- Time Commitment: 6-8 Board meetings a year plus additional ad-hoc meetings and events on behalf of Ffilm Cymru Wales.
- Salary: Non-renumerated, however expenses fulfilling duties will be reimbursed. Honorariums are also made available to Board directors who would otherwise not be able to take on these kinds of roles.
- Length of Term: Three years (maximum two terms, subject to agreement)
- Start Date: Autumn 2024
READ THE FULL CHAIR RECRUITMENT PACK
How to Apply
Unless we’ve agreed an alternate application format with you, you should email a CV and cover letter to Hayley Lau to hayley@ffilmcymruwales.com outlining your experience and skills against those outlined in the person specification.
You may submit an application in English or Welsh.
Please submit your application by 16:00 on 2nd July.
Ffilm Cymru Wales is not a licensed sponsor for VISAs and as such you must already have the Right to Work in the UK to apply for this role.
Access Support
We believe in a sector that works for everyone and we are passionate about broadening access to the screen sector.
We will offer a guaranteed interview to all candidates who meet our essential criteria for the role and who identify as people of the Global Majority, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic, D/deaf, hard-of-hearing, Disabled or neurodiverse.
For applicants with access requirements, for example individuals who are D/deaf, hard-of-hearing, Disabled, neurodiverse, and people with sight loss, support is available to complete an application. Please contact us to let us know how we can help. For example, we can cover the costs of a BSL interpreter for a meeting with us prior to making an application, scribing support for dyslexic applicants, or agree alternative formats for applying such as video applications or slide decks. We’ll be guided by you.
Please contact Hayley Lau on hayley@ffilmcymruwales.com to discuss your requirements in advance of making an application.