Business Development and Marketing Manager

ADS Group Ltd; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading film and creative studio in the UK is seeking a Business Development and Marketing Manager to support its newly established studios team. The role focuses on increasing market presence and managing a pipeline of productions at the Farnborough campus. We are looking for a professional with a proven track record in business development, particularly in the film or TV sectors. This fixed-term role offers hybrid working arrangements and requires strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development, ideally within the creative sectors.
• Deep understanding of the production lifecycle and industry landscape.
• Experience in strategy, brand management, and integrated marketing.

Responsibilities

• Support the Farnborough International Studios team in business development.
• Increase market presence and manage a strong pipeline of productions.
• Work closely with studio leadership to promote facility usage.

Skills

Business development expertise

Commercial insight

Creative communication skills

Strategy and brand management

Data analysis

Tools

CRM systems

Momentus

Marketing tools

Job description

Business Development and Marketing Manager

Farnborough International Studios

FTC Jan-June 2026

The Role

Farnborough International is looking to strengthen its world‑class team by recruiting a Business Development and Marketing Manager to support the Farnborough International Studios team within the Farnborough International venue team over a six‑month period.

The studios team is new, generating business from a standing start at the beginning of 2025 and has developed an increasing pipeline and database of contacts.

This role reports to the Studio Director and will work closely with the Senior Sales Manager and the Head of Venue Marketing and will focus on the continued growth of filming across the Farnborough campus including its two purpose‑build sound stages and other facilities.

Success in this role will be measured by increased market presence, regular FAM trips to site and a strong pipeline of viable productions looking to use the studios and wider Farnborough campus.

The Candidate

We’re seeking a talented professional with a proven track record in business development, ideally within the film, TV, or creative sectors.

You’ll have a deep understanding of the production lifecycle and today’s industry landscape, paired with a strong combination of commercial insight and creative communication skills.

Experience in strategy, brand management, and integrated marketing is essential, along with proficiency in CRM systems, marketing tools, and data analysis. We use Momentus, and full training will be provided.

Most importantly, you’ll bring a genuine passion for film, television production, and the creative industries.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills, be a curious researcher and offer a keen eye for detail, with the ability to scrutinise opportunities as they arise.

The Contract

Fixed Term Contract: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Dependent on experience

Location: Hybrid working – Farnborough office 3 days a week, with the expectation to travel to events and to visit prospective clients