The Head of Department will lead the NFTS MFA in Costume Design for Film and Television. This course is a practice-led, two-year full-time programme that prepares students for professional work as costume designers in film and high-end television. The course attracts talented students and leading contributors from the UK and internationally, and is designed to develop advanced craft skills, design leadership, and the production confidence required to lead costume departments at the highest level. MFA - Costume Design For Film and Television The Head of Department provides academic and professional leadership for the Costume Design MFA, ensuring it remains rigorous, industry-relevant, and at the forefront of screen costume practice. The role combines hands-on teaching and studio supervision with curriculum ownership, student support, budget oversight, and active engagement with the school's wider academic community and external industry partners. This is a role for someone who brings both significant industry credibility as a costume designer and a genuine commitment to nurturing the next generation of screen costume talent; people who can lead departments with authority, creativity, and professional confidence. You will be an experienced costume designer with a strong track record in film and/or high-end television, and a passion for developing the next generation of talent. A key part of the role is supporting students to develop not only advanced technical and design skills, but also the leadership capabilities, professional confidence, and industry understanding needed to take on head-of-department responsibilities in complex production environments. Lead and teach on the MFA course in Costume Design, delivering sessions across core subject areas and providing one-to-one tutorial support to students. For further information about this role, including a full job description, please visit www.nfts.co.uk/jobs To apply, please send a CV, covering letter and a completed Equal Opportunities form (found on our Jobs page) to [email protected] by 23:59 pm on Sunday 10th May 2026Job Summary
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https://nfts.co.uk/costume-design-film-and-television
For further information about this role and details of how to apply, please visit www.nfts.co.uk/jobs
Closing date for applications: Sunday 10th May 2026
At the NFTS, people are at the heart of what we do. We're an inclusive employer and are committed to equality of opportunity and building a culturally diverse workforce. We are committed to being an anti-racist organisation and to increasing our representation of staff from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds.Job Requirements
During their time at the NFTS, students work on live productions, complete substantial realised garments, undertake industry work experience, and develop a practice-based dissertation. Supporting this breadth of development often requires a significant investment of time and individual attention from the Head of Department.
Our graduates are expected to enter the industry with strong portfolios, production experience, and the authority and ambition to progress into leading roles in screen costume design.Job Responsibilities
Take ownership of ongoing curriculum review and development, ensuring the course remains current, industry-relevant, and intellectually demanding.
Maintain and develop a roster of visiting tutors, keeping records up to date and planning course schedules and activities to a high standard.
Build and maintain positive relationships with industry partners, ensuring the department works collaboratively with the screen sector to create opportunities, relevance, and real-world engagement for students.
Review and manage the departmental budget in collaboration with the school Management Accountant, maintaining responsible budgetary control within agreed limits.
Take responsibility for the Health and Safety of all persons engaged in Department activities, including students, staff, tutors, suppliers and volunteersUseful Links
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