Project manager

Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture (Aalto ARTS) is a global leader in higher education in design, fashion, games, media, architecture, film, art education and art. We also conduct world-class research in art education, design and design thinking, digital media and visual culture, urban planning and architecture. Our graduates are innovators in and beyond their fields, drawing from over a century of tradition, a humane and forward-looking approach, and the latest technologies. Our campus in Espoo, just west of Helsinki, makes working together within and across disciplines easier than ever before. The Department of Film, ELO , is the only university-level film school in Finland. It is a vital combination of innovative art academy and an active, practice-based and artistic research unit. It teaches all aspects of filmmaking and performance design as separate skill sets. Our faculty consists of international-level practicing filmmakers, scenographers and researchers. Aalto University ARTS, Department of Film (ELO) is seeking a Project Manager (fixed-term, 2 years) Aalto ARTS/ELO seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead a curriculum development project, coordinate annual teaching/research processes (degree reform, timetables, joint courses, Curriculum Planner, room bookings), and build agile, user-friendly, data-driven processes. You’ll support faculty, improve staff workflows and the student experience, and report to ELO’s management. Requirements: 3–5 years of successful project leadership; process development and service concepting; strong collaboration/facilitation; understanding of film and audiovisual (AV) industry practices good Finnish and English; relevant degree. Merits: curriculum/timetabling experience; change management, service design and stakeholder communications; basics of research funding; data-driven approach. We offer a role based at Otaniemi campus (Espoo), salary per Aalto system, occupational health care, training, and an inclusive, value-driven culture. Apply by September 18, 2026 with CV and a max 2-page cover letter via the link (Aalto staff via Workday). Inquiries: Head of Department Anna Heiskanen, +358 40 763 9005, ; HR Partner Mariangela Bizzo. More about Aalto University: To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here . Please see more of our Open Positions here.