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Bavc

Programming Coordinator

Bavc, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


SummaryThe Programming Department seeks a thoughtful, dynamic, and energetic individual to join the Programming team at SFFILM. The coordinator provides administrative support to the Programming Department and assists with curatorial projects at SFFILM. This position is responsible for the administration of the department and will also contribute to ongoing work in the programmatic sphere.The ideal candidate has experience providing administrative support to teams in arts, filmmaking, or nonprofit environments, and is looking to deploy and build skills in project management, external constituent communication, and overall administrative coordination.Application review begins December 10, 2024 and preferred start date is February 17, 2025. Salary range for this position is $23 – $25 per hour and benefits include full monthly premium with the organizations’ health insurance policies, PTO/Sick Leave and expanded annual paid holiday schedule.SFFILM currently supports a hybrid-remote schedule, with an average of 3 days per week in the San Francisco offices, as well as time onsite throughout the Bay Area supporting SFFILM events.Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support to the entire department including meeting schedules, note taking, event invitations and list management.Liaise between Programming and other departments as directed by the Director of Programming to support year-round initiatives.Maintain internal databases, departmental files, and project management systems.Manage the departmental databases for all films, technical data, print sources, support materials, etc. Prepare reports with this information as requested on a rolling basis.Assist with payments to vendors, partners, and monthly expense reconciliation for the department and Director of Programming.Organize and oversee the Programming Department workspace and equipment.Research current and upcoming film projects, and track ongoing festivals activity worldwide.Support the management of film submissions and solicitations and the screening committee as directed.Prepare specific program data for publication and assist with proofreading and internal routing of additional promotional assets.Manage program materials and posters for all public exhibitions year-round, to include festival films.Assist in print traffic duties (shipping, receiving and transport) as needed.Serve as an on-site representative for both the curations team and SFFILM as a whole at all public events.This role requires evening and weekend work during festivals.Qualifications:

We are looking for a candidate based in the Bay Area.Strong organization and administrative skills and the ability to coordinate across a variety of teams is desired.Must have strong writing and interpersonal skills, and ability to work as part of a team.Must be able to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and prioritize departmental requests.Previous festival or film exhibition experience is strongly preferred.Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.Working experience with File Maker Pro or equivalent database tools preferred.Presenting festivals and film events is demanding work that can occasionally require long hours and weekend work. We are looking for someone who is able to work overtime and works well under pressure.Screening Committee experience is strongly encouraged.Knowledge of film exhibition technicalities (exhibition formats, digital formats, Dolby sound, aspect ratios, etc) is very beneficial.SFFILM is deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) in both its internal management and external programming. Since 2018, the organization has actively been working in collaboration with two Advisory Boards focused on accessibility and inclusivity and officially began work with a DEI consultant in 2019 to further invest in and build on that work. Candidates are invited to discuss their interest and involvement in DEAI practices in their cover letter, and ask us more about our DEAI process in their interview.SFFILM, in accordance with federal and state law, is an equal-opportunity employer. SFFILM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy/childbirth, medical condition, disability, age, ancestry, marital status, citizenship or veteran status. This nondiscrimination policy covers all candidates, staff members, interns, and volunteers.

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