Our Mission
To create experiences that bring people together to discover extraordinary films from around the world. It is through the art of cinema that we foster a community that is more informed, aware, and alive.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice
SIFF believes that valuing and pursuing diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice are vital to our mission. We are dedicated to improving racial equity and social justice within our organization and our community. SIFF uses our unique position to share diverse stories and voices through our operations and impact while promoting accessibility for all people. We strive to foster diverse perspectives, equity and inclusion in all facets of our organization, from board to volunteer, from artist to audience and beyond.
SIFF is committed to...
Making our organization's culture more inclusive and affirming, acknowledging Seattle's Indigenous heritage, and creating more racially equitable and socially just outcomes both within our organization and through our community impact.
Job details
Salary Range: $55,000 annually
Job Type: Full-time
Number of hires for this role: 1
Team: Marketing & Communications
Reports to Associate Director PR & Communications
About The Position
Under supervision of the Associate Director of PR & Communications, the Marketing Coordinator will assist the SIFF Marketing Team in managing deadlines, events, and materials to support team organization and increase the awareness of SIFF Festivals, SIFF Education and year-round Cinema Programs. This is an entry-level marketing position with room to grow into many aspects of film marketing targeting festivals and year-round exhibition. Using excellent tracking, documentation and administration skills, this position supports SIFF’s ability to promote and strengthen SIFF’s Mission.
Job Description
- Support SIFF year-round cinema programming, festivals, education, fundraising, and SIFFsupports via digital marketing, social media marketing, public relations, graphic design, and creative marketing
- Collaborate with SIFF’s Community Engagement Manager to develop creative opportunities for audiences and external organizations to experience SIFF programming
- Support SIFF’s Community Engagement Manager with outreach to external organizations establishing relationships and creating & distributing promotional deliverables
- Support execution of venue activations alongside SIFF Community Engagement Manager, SIFF Marketing staff, SIFF Cinema staff, and external partners
- Support project management and deadline tracking of Marketing Department projects utilizing Google Suite, Trello, and Slack
- Work with Associate Director of Digital Marketing to curate social media content, support email marketing, and generate website copy
- Assist Social Media Manager with capturing content for SIFF’s social channels on site at Festivals, screenings, and special events
- Organize and track media links, photos, and press clippings under supervision of Associate Director of PR & Communications
- Assist Graphic Design with coordination of print and web projects, such as advertising, printed collateral materials, lobby displays, and digital graphics
- Work directly with studios and distributors to track and coordinate poster and material delivery among SIFF venues
Qualifications
Minimum
- Experience with Google Suite, Canva, and Trello (or similar project management systems)
- Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and excitement to collaborate across teams internally and externally
- Comfort with public speaking and presenting to groups
- Experience developing and implementing new processes to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of a team or program
Preferred
- Up to 3 years of school, internship or prior professional experience working with a Marketing team. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Bachelors or Associates degree or other combination of relevant education and/or experience
- Strong interest in film and entertainment
Benefits And Expectations
- This is a full-time FLSA non-exempt position
- We offer competitive medical and dental benefits
- Nine paid holidays, vacation, sick leave and comp time available
- This position allows for hybrid work
- This position schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is expected to be available for after-hours and weekend event support during Festival and other times when the need arises.
- Employees have access to discounts and passes to SIFF programming and programming and events hosted by neighboring Arts organizations.
Work is regularly performed in an open office environment.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with SIFF employees and external parties, sit for extended periods of time, and utilize a computer for daily responsibilities.
SIFF is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, SIFF will ensure that persons with disabilities are afforded reasonable accommodations.
To Be Considered
- Please apply online.
- Attach your resume detailing all relevant professional and lived experience to the role.
- Attach a letter of interest stating why you’re interested in SIFF and how your professional experience qualifies you to be successful in the role.
- All attachments must be in PDF format.
- Application deadline is Thursday, February 26
AAP/EEO Statement
SIFF provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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