Film Consultant

To replace a colleague in our rotating team, the Netherlands Film Fund is seeking a

FILM CONSULTANT (0.8–1 FTE)
specializing in animation

To promote a diverse range of films, the fund places great importance on diversity of voices within the organization. That is why we are specifically looking for candidates who can bring different perspectives to the table. Can you contribute to this?

Who are we looking for?
As a film consultant, you will be at the heart of the organization and play a central role in the artistic and content-based assessment, advising, and selection of film projects submitted for development and production. You will provide feedback to the team of producer, director, and screenwriter based on the applications. Drawing on your expertise and combination of knowledge, practical experience, and skills, you will contribute to the fund’s policy. Film consultants work on applications across all film categories, including feature films, animation, documentaries, hybrid films, experimental films, and short films. Specifically, we are looking for a specialist in animation with an eye for and commitment to talent development.

You have the following knowledge and skills:

• A critical eye: you are skilled at evaluating film projects and screenplays, and you can identify projects that are distinctive and relevant to today’s audience, as well as assess the potential of the team involved in relation to the project;
• demonstrable ability to prepare scenario and plan analyses and to draft recommendations;
• You connect easily with people and are skilled at providing verbal feedback on (film) projects and mentoring professionals;
• You work independently and are solution-oriented, can handle stress well, and aren’t afraid to make decisions;
• You are honest and have strong interpersonal skills when interacting with colleagues, applicants, and other contacts of the Fund;
• You have experience in animation and know the industry inside and out;
• You are able to keep a close eye on developments in the field of animation and serve as a liaison between the Fund and the industry.

What do we offer?
A challenging position in a pleasant and supportive work environment at the heart of the Dutch film industry, where we work together to improve the quality and increase the visibility of Dutch cinema.

Terms of Employment A competitive salary, based on experience and qualifications, in pay scale 12, with a minimum of €4,108.08 and a maximum of €6,105.87 (based on the pay scales of the CAO-Rijk), 8% vacation pay, a year-end bonus, and good fringe benefits, enrollment in a pension plan, training, and opportunities to return to the sector.

We are initially offering a one-year contract, with the possibility of extending it for up to five years. We would be happy to explain this in more detail during the hiring process.

Interested in applying?
Please send your cover letter and resume to vacature@filmfonds.nl by May 20 at the latest. Your application will be treated confidentially.

More information?
Further information about the position is available from Iwana Chronis, Head of Selective Funding. She can be reached at i.chronis@filmfonds.nl. You can also call George van Breemen, Business Director, g.van.breemen@filmfonds.nl, phone 020-2379835.


Application Process The application process will consist of at least two rounds, with the second round involving an assignment that delves deeper into the specific duties of a consultant. More information about the Netherlands Film Fund can be found at www.filmfonds.nl