Sarah Lutton
Film Research and Editorial Consultant Special Film Projects International Collaboration Programme @British Council
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WORK HISTORY
Film Research and Editorial Consultant Special Film Projects International Collaboration Programme @British Council
Freelance Research Consultant responsible for management of the British Council\'s \'UK Films Database\', an online resource for film professionals, programmers and UK and international international partners. Responsibilities include research and tracking of UK productions and UK co-productions from announcement and development through to completion.Research, curation, compilation and editing of the British Council\'s UK FILM catalogues for international film events including: Cannes Film Festival; Berlin International Film Festival; Toronto International Film Festival; BFI London Film Festival - bespoke UK Film catalogues detail and promote recent UK short, feature, documentary and animation work.Other special projects include: Great 8 UK Film Showcase 2024; International Collaboration Programme advisory role; film season co-ordination; international film festival partnerships.
EDUCATION
University of Kent
MPhil
Silverdale School
A Level, A/S Level
University of Kent
BA (Hons)
High Storrs School
A Level
SKILLS
ABOUT SARAH LUTTON
In depth knowledge of international film industry and contemporary film culture * Extensive experience of building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of contacts in the UK and international film industry * Specialised film and events programming * Confident and informed public presentation with wide range of films and filmmakers * Specialised film research and editorial skills * Film criticism, research and bespoke writing skills * Outstanding professionalism and diplomacy * Superior communication skills at all levels with attention to accuracy and clarity * Extensive experience of negotiation on complex and challenging issues within a broad range of environments * Broad international film programming experience * Budgetary planning and management of cash and in kind services * Staff management and recruitment of teams * Managing and developing databases and information systems * High level of computer literacy * Proactive with an ability to work on own initiative, anticipate needs and propose solutions
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