INDEPENDENT CINEMA OFFICE
Programme Manager
Programme Manager at INDEPENDENT CINEMA OFFICE, based in Edinburgh, Scotland, paying £35,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £35,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Edinburgh, Scotland
- Closing date
- Sector
- Videographer
22% below the typical rate for videographer
Reference 247a23ec-cc79-4a2b-b76c-72907ed3e4a4
About the role
Edinburgh International Film Festival
Edinburgh
Salary: £35,000 pro rata
Edinburgh International Film Festival is recruiting for a Programme Manager
Edinburgh International Film Festival is recruiting for a Programme Manager
Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF) is a world-class showcase for independent film and talent, one that is rooted in a local Scottish context whilst embracing the international diversity of creative expression.
About the roleThe Programme Manager is responsible for the operational planning, coordination and delivery of the EIFF programme, reporting to the Festival Producer and working with the CEO & Festival Director.
The role translates agreed programming decisions into effective operational plans, coordinating the people, schedules, systems, technical requirements and resources needed to deliver screenings and events smoothly, efficiently and to a high standard.
The role oversees programme administration and workflows, including submissions management, film bookings and permissions, scheduling, technical and production requirements, event logistics and the coordination of programme information.
Working closely with filmmakers, distributors, venues, technical teams and wider Festival teams, particularly Marketing, Operations, Industry and Guest Services, the Programme Manager ensures that information, materials and operational arrangements are accurate, accessible and delivered to agreed deadlines.
The Programme Manager leads the Programme Planning Team, including the Submissions Coordinator and Assistants, Submissions Viewers, Shorts Programmers, Access Consultant, Programme Coordinator(s) and Venue Coordinators. The role is responsible for effective team management, cross-departmental communication and the operational delivery of screenings and events, ensuring agreed deadlines, budgets and standards are met.
This is a full time role to be worked within standard office hours (9:30 to 5:30, Monday to Friday) and available on a fixed term contract from December 2026 – October 2027.
Find out more and applyVisit EIFF’s website to download the full job information pack.
To apply for the post, please email your CV and a cover letter (no more than two sides of A4) outlining why you are interested in the role and why you would be a suitable candidate, referring to the job description and person specification available in the pack.
Please email your CV and cover letter to [email removed] by midday on 13 November 2026.
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The closing date for this position is 13/11/2026 at 12:00
Reference: 247a23ec-cc79-4a2b-b76c-72907ed3e4a4 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 13 Nov 2026 · Listed via INDEPENDENT CINEMA OFFICE
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