Business Development and Marketing Manager

Farnborough International; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event venue in the UK is seeking a Business Development and Marketing Manager to support its new studios team. This six-month fixed-term contract will focus on expanding the venue's filming presence, requiring proven business development skills within the creative sectors. The ideal candidate will work closely with senior leadership to build a strong pipeline of productions. This role offers an opportunity to shape the direction of a new venture at a prominent venue.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development.
• Experience in the film, TV, or creative sectors.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Farnborough International Studios team.
• Develop business opportunities and maintain client relationships.
• Measure success through increased market presence.

Skills

Business development

Knowledge of film and TV sectors

Relationship building

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 l…