Programmes Assistant (Programmes)

Our opportunity: 

This role sits within BAFTA’s Programmes team and assists the delivery of inclusive and innovative programmes, that support BAFTA’s mission to champion the creative and cultural importance of the screen arts and support underrepresented voices talent and audiences at all stages of their career.

The role provides administrative and event support specifically across BAFTA’s Programmes, helping to deliver year-round activity across film, games and television. Working across a range of programmes and initiatives, the role will support activity from planning through to event delivery and evaluation.

You’ll work closely with the Programmes Officer and Industry Programmers with clear priorities and support to help you develop your skills, knowledge and take on greater responsibility over time.

How BAFTA gives you the red carpet experience:

• Holiday - 29 days a year plus bank holidays 
• Pension - 8% contributory pension 
• Private medical insurance ( directors only) 
• Employee health cash-back plan 
• Long-term sickness insurance 
• Life assurance - four times your annual basic salary 
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice 
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme & season ticket loan 
• Access to cinemas throughout the UK and to BAFTA events.

Who you are? 

• Experience supporting in-person and/or online events, or other relevant organised activities
• Hold a strong results-driven mindset
• Detail orientated and organised; someone who manages multiple tasks and priorities confidently and efficiently
• Able to work collaboratively and problem solve effectively
• Interested in driving inclusion in film, games and Television 
• Positive with a can-do attitude and willingness to develop and learn.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please apply here to submit your CV and include a cover letter which in no more than 500 words explains why you think you are suitable for this position and what skills you have to be successful in this role.

The closing date for this role is Monday 14 September 2026, 10:00am. 

ABOUT BAFTA

BAFTA is a leading arts charity focused on championing creativity, opportunity and social change for all through the transformative power of film, games and television.

BAFTA’s Purpose:

Enrich the cultural landscape. Level the playing field. Be progressive. Inspire and celebrate.

BAFTA’s Mission:

We champion practitioners in film, games and television, regardless of background and life experience. We provide community for our members and strive for progressive industry and cultural practices. We recognise exceptional storytelling through our awards.

BAFTA’s Vision:

People from all backgrounds will have opportunity to thrive in the screen industries, bringing rich, more diverse stories for us to celebrate.