Glasgow Film Trustee

Glasgow Film
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Glasgow Film is looking for new Trustees to support the Executive and Board at this pivotal moment for Glasgow Film. Glasgow Film is also gearing up to launch a major capital fundraising campaign.
We are seeking trustees with the requisite experience in high level advocacy and influencing, the contacts and networks to help Glasgow Film secure and grow investment from major public stakeholders and new private supporters. The trustees will help guide and support the Executive and Board through what will be a fast paced and challenging 3-5 year period with a specific focus on financial sustainability and capital development. We are looking for people who bring a diverse range of experiences and ideas to the organisation and who are strategic thinkers. We are interested in hearing from anyone who is drawn to these roles, and is passionate about securing the future of Glasgow Film for future generations.
We have also identified the following areas as gaps in our current shared skill set:
• Philanthropy and Corporate Sponsorship: You will have the opportunity to support the development of our fundraising efforts, particularly through high-level professional experience and/or networks that can help secure new investment and partnerships.
• Capital Development / Sustainable Buildings: You will have the opportunity to support our planned capital ambitions, including experience of major projects, ideally within cultural or heritage contexts, and knowledge of sustainable buildings and Net Zero strategies.
• HR and People: You will have the opportunity to help ensure that Glasgow Film is a brilliant employer, embedding the principles of Fair Work and supporting an inclusive organisational culture, staff wellbeing and employment best practice.
• Finance and Accounting: You will bring strong financial expertise to support oversight of financial performance, risk and long-term sustainability.
• Industry Networks and Strategic Relationships: You will bring connections and insight into the UK and Global screen sector, helping to strengthen relationships with influential industry professionals, national partners, funders and industry bodies.
• Trade Unions and Industrial Relations: You will bring experience of working with or alongside trade unions, supporting constructive engagement and understanding of workforce dynamics within the sector.
• Digital, Technology and AI: You will bring insights on digital transformation and emerging technologies, including AI, grounded in an understanding of their creative potential as well as important ethical issues, helping inform future strategies.
All trustees will act as champions of Glasgow Film, helping us to extend our networks and relationships, contribute at a strategic level to business planning but most importantly help ensure that we continue to drive forward our mission of ‘Cinema For All’ making significant progress in our commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Time commitment: A minimum of four Board meetings per year. Beyond attending meetings, we expect a high level of engagement and contribution to address our strategic challenges.
The initial term of office is from August 2026 to August 2029. Board members may then agree to serve a second three-year term.
Remuneration: This role of Trustee is voluntary. However, to mitigate potential barriers, any relevant expenses (for example childcare costs or BSL) will be covered.
For further details and how to apply please access our Trustee Pack HERE. https://www.glasgowfilm.org/vacancies
The deadline for applications is end of day Sunday 31st May.
If you are interested, please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when registered and logged in). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out, then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on [email protected].

Experience required

We have also identified the following areas as gaps in our current shared skill set:
• Philanthropy and Corporate Sponsorship: You will have the opportunity to support the development of our fundraising efforts, particularly through high-level professional experience and/or networks that can help secure new investment and partnerships.
• Capital Development / Sustainable Buildings: You will have the opportunity to support our planned capital ambitions, including experience of major project

Travel details

Glasgow Film sites are based in the city centre with multiple transport links within easy distance.

Travel expenses

Remuneration: This role of Trustee is voluntary. However, to mitigate potential barriers, any relevant expenses (for example childcare costs or BSL) will be covered.

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