We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced Freelance Creative Workshop Facilitators to lead engaging workshops for adults, exploring the portrayal of women in Nollywood movies and Chinese cinema. Your expertise will complement an exhibition challenging the portrayal of women in Western cinema.

Workshop Details:

• Format: Three-hour drop-in sessions with up to 15 participants at a time, with rolling participation throughout the afternoon.

• Location: Main Library, Deptford Lounge, 9 Giffin St. London, SE8 4RJ.

• Schedule: Saturday afternoons in March 2025.

• Accessibility: Workshops must be inclusive and accessible to all community members.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate dynamic workshops that inspire and educate participants.

• Manage and engage participants working at various stages simultaneously.

• Prepare workshop materials and equipment.

Compensation:

• £470 for 1 day of workshop preparation and half a day of delivery (including setup and pack up).

• Fee includes all materials and equipment costs.

Requirements:

• Extensive knowledge of Nollywood movies and/or Chinese Cinema.

• A nuanced understanding of gender representation in media. 

• Experience in leading creative workshops.

• Ability to engage and inspire diverse adult audiences.

Person Specification: Freelance Creative Workshop Facilitator

Job Title: Freelance Creative Workshop Facilitator
Project: Exploring the Portrayal of Women in Nollywood and Chinese Cinema
Location: Main Library, Deptford Lounge, 9 Giffin St. London, SE8 4RJ.

Schedule: Saturday afternoons in March 2025

Qualifications and Experience:

• Essential:

  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of Nollywood movies and/or Chinese Cinema.

  • A nuanced understanding of gender representation in media.

  • Proven experience in facilitating creative workshops for adults.

  • Strong ability to manage group dynamics and engage participants working at different stages simultaneously.

  • Demonstrated ability to create an inclusive and accessible environment for all community members.

  • Clear, confident and warm communicator.

• Desirable:

  • Fluent in a Chinese or native Nigerian language.

  • A current visual arts practice.

Skills and Abilities:

• Communication: Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly and engagingly.

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with participants from diverse backgrounds.

• Organization: Highly organized with the ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks concurrently.

• Creativity: Innovative and creative approach to designing and delivering workshop activities.

• Flexibility: Ability to adapt workshop activities based on participant needs and interests.

Personal Attributes:

• Passionate: Enthusiastic about film and its cultural impact, particularly in relation to gender portrayal.

• Inclusive: Committed to creating an inclusive environment where all participants feel valued and engaged.

• Patient: Patient and understanding, with the ability to support participants at different levels of engagement.

• Collaborative: Willingness to work collaboratively with the exhibition team and other facilitators.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare engaging workshop content related to the portrayal of women in Nollywood and/or Chinese Cinema.

• Facilitate drop-in workshops with up to 15 participants at a time, ensuring a seamless flow of activities throughout the afternoon.

• Ensure all materials and equipment are prepared and available for the workshops.

• Foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all participants.

• Set up and pack up materials and equipment before and after each workshop session.

Compensation:

• Paid for 1 day of preparation and half a day of delivery, including setup and pack-up time.

• Fee must cover all materials and equipment costs.