Deputy Director (School Of Film & Television)

Institution: MIT School of Film and Television (MIT SFT)

Employment Type: Full-time, Executive Leadership

Reporting To: Dean, MIT School of Film and Television

Location: MIT-ADT University, Vishwa Rajbaug, Loni Kalbhor, Pune, Maharashtra, India

Position Overview

The Deputy Director will serve as a key strategic, operational, and academic co-leader at the MIT School of Film and Television. This role requires a dynamic mix of higher education administrative leadership, academic excellence, deep media industry connections, and a proactive drive for institutional growth.

Working closely with the Dean and University Management, the Deputy Director will lead student recruitment strategies, spearhead marketing and branding campaigns, modernize curricula, expand industry partnerships, and cultivate a creative, industry-ready talent pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

1. Admissions Drive & Student Recruitment

• Own Admission Targets: Design, execute, and monitor end-to-end recruitment strategies to meet and exceed annual enrollment goals across all diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate film programs.
• Outreach & Lead Generation: Lead outreach programs, school/college visits, media education workshops, career fairs, and open-day events to attract high-caliber talent across India and internationally.
• Counseling & Selection: Oversee the candidate evaluation process, entrance examinations, audition/portfolio reviews, and interview panels.

2. Marketing Campaigns & Brand Building

• Campaign Strategy: Conceptualize and drive strategic marketing campaigns (digital, social media, print, and PR) in collaboration with the universitys marketing team to position MITSFT as a premier film school.
• Content Creation: Leverage student films, alumni success stories, masterclasses, and campus life to create compelling marketing collateral, showreels, and digital content.
• Film Festival & Public Footprint: Organize national film showcases, campus film festivals, and press events to heighten institutional brand visibility and media presence.

3. Academic Leadership & Curriculum Innovation

• Collaborate with department heads to design, review, and modernize curricula across specializations (Direction, Cinematography, Sound Design, Editing, Screenwriting, and Production) aligned with global standards.
• Integrate emerging technologies (e.g., Virtual Production, AI in post-production, OTT workflows) into hands-on learning modules.
• Oversee faculty recruitment, mentoring, performance evaluations, and ongoing professional development.

4. Operations & Infrastructure Oversight

• Supervise daily academic and administrative operations of the school.
• Manage high-end production facilities, studios, editing suites, sound stages, and camera gear inventory to ensure seamless student access and maintenance.
• Oversee production workflows, safety protocols, and resource allocation for student thesis films and major projects.

5. Industry Relations & Placement Collaborations

• Build strategic partnerships with production houses, OTT platforms, streaming networks, and media conglomerates.
• Facilitate masterclasses, guest lectures, industry mentorship programs, and live projects for students.
• Spearhead internship and placement drives in coordination with the university placement cell.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education:
• Masters Degree or MFA in Film Studies, Mass Communication, Film Production, Direction, or a related discipline from a recognized institute (FTII, SRFTI, NSD, or international equivalent preferred).
• Ph.D. in a relevant media field or a dual background in Media Management/Marketing is a strong plus.

• Experience:
• 12–15+ years of combined experience across film/TV industry production, higher education leadership, or media institute management.
• Proven track record in driving enrollment growth, executing promotional campaigns, and brand-building for academic or creative entities.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., Head of Department, Associate Professor/Professor, Dean, or Senior Industry Executive).

Key Skills & Competencies

• Growth & Marketing Aptitude: Strong grasp of digital media marketing, lead funnels, PR strategies, and admissions conversion management.
• Leadership & Team Management: Ability to lead creative faculty, technical crew, marketing teams, and prospective students with energy and vision.
• Industry Networks: Strong connections within the media, film, digital content, and education sectors.
• Communication & Public Speaking: High-impact communication and presentation skills to articulate the institutes vision to prospective students, parents, and industry stakeholders.

How to apply:

Interested candidates need to send their updated CVs along with the cover letter to [HIDDEN TEXT] with Subject Line: Application for Deputy Director Position - MIT SFT