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Cambridge Film Trust – Seeking New Trustees
The Cambridge Film Trust is seeking new trustees to join us in our work running the Cambridge Film Festival and promoting film culture and education in Cambridge, the Eastern region, and across the UK.
Our flagship event is the annual Cambridge Film Festival, one of the longest-running film festivals in the country. We also deliver screenings, events, and educational programmes year-round, enabling people to be moved by, learn about, and interact with film.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who share our passion for cinema and want to help shape the future of the Cambridge Film Festival as we modernise, diversify, and expand our reach.
A Focus on Diversity and Inclusion
We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, and socioeconomic background. Increasing the diversity of our Board is a key priority, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all trustees.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking individuals who have a love of cinema and a passion for engaging diverse audiences with a broad range of films – especially films that might not otherwise be seen.
Our current focus includes:
- Fundraising and Sponsorship: Raising funds to secure the long-term success of the Festival and its legacy is essential. Experience in fundraising strategy or sponsorship acquisition would be especially valuable.
- Business and Financial Expertise: We welcome trustees with financial acumen, particularly in the context of arts organisations, to help oversee the Trust’s financial planning and sustainability.
- Advocacy, Networking, and Industry: Trustees who can help raise the profile of the Cambridge Film Festival, foster relationships within the Film and exhibition sector, as well as with local, regional, and national partners, and leverage their networks to help us secure guests, speakers and collaborators, will play a crucial role in our success.
We are also interested in applications from filmmakers whose insights and experience within the creative industry can enrich our vision and support the Festival’s connection with the filmmaking community at a regional and national level.
Why Join Us?
Serving as a trustee offers the opportunity to:
- Be part of the UK’s third longest-running film festival as it continues to modernise and diversify.
- Gain unique insights into the workings of a major film festival and independent cinema in the UK.
- Work with a team of experts passionate about film, including industry professionals, programmers, educators, and innovators.
- Attend Film Festival events, screenings, and exclusive gatherings with filmmakers, actors, and industry leaders.
How to Apply
To apply, please email enquiries@cambridgefilmtrust.org.uk with your CV and cover letter.
If you would like to have an informal conversation before making an application, please feel free to reach out to our Acting Chair, Simon Jones, at simon@cambridgefilmtrust.org.uk.
Applications will be reviewed from 10 February, with interviews taking place later in the month.
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of the Cambridge Film Festival and play a key role in promoting film culture and education across the UK.
Join us and make a difference!