British Film Institute
Director of Open Collections & Commercial Intellectual Property
Job Summary We are seeking a strategic and collaborative leader with significant experience of commercial delivery within a cultural, creative or intellectual property-led environment. Job Description Lead a BFI-wide commercial strategy to expand access to and generate long-term value from BFI intellectual property and the National Archive. Identify and grow revenue and impact opportunities, including licensing, co-productions, partnerships, consultancy, educational use, data-driven products, and new technology applications. Ensure plans align with the ambitions of Screen Culture 2033, strengthening the BFI's shift toward resilient, sustainable and…
Job Summary
We are seeking a strategic and collaborative leader with significant experience of commercial delivery within a cultural, creative or intellectual property-led environment.Job Description
Lead a BFI-wide commercial strategy to expand access to and generate long-term value from BFI intellectual property and the National Archive.
Identify and grow revenue and impact opportunities, including licensing, co-productions, partnerships, consultancy, educational use, data-driven products, and new technology applications.
Ensure plans align with the ambitions of Screen Culture 2033, strengthening the BFI’s shift toward resilient, sustainable and digital-first infrastructure, and supporting long-term, diversified funding models that safeguard and expand access to the UK’s screen heritage. Develop compelling business cases for investment propositions that increase public and commercial access to BFI assets.
Create a unified approach to rights acquisition, licensing and management that supports commercial growth and maximises openness of the national collection.
Job Requirements
Substantial demonstrable experience of commercial strategy delivery, and with at least one cultural organisation.
Demonstrable experience of success as a senior leader within a commercial or cultural setting, leading teams and participating in senior level decision-making.
Excellent understanding of the current film sales and distribution marketplace, with up-to-date knowledge of typical financial models for theatrical, DVD/Blu-ray, video-on-demand, download and television exploitation.
High awareness of UK copyright law and good knowledge of key aspects of US, French, German, and EU copyright law.
Strong understanding of the current marketplace for archival footage, coproductions and of the ethical and market context for restorations of classic film.
