Film Programming Director

1 day ago

Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full time
Job Title: Director of Film Programming

The Whistler Film Festival Society is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to fill the role of Director of Film Programming. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of one of Canada's premier film festivals.

Job Summary:

The Director of Film Programming will be responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Summit, as well as year-round initiatives and future program development. This role requires a strong understanding of the Canadian and international film and screen industries, as well as excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain satisfying industry and international relationships and contacts.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Oversee the Programming team and be responsible for all film programming
  2. Assist the team with determining and developing the organization's direction and programs
  3. Program up to 40 feature films and 50 short films for the Festival
  4. Select, review, and book all films, and manage submissions
  5. Write programming notes for films and industry initiatives for publications and website
  6. Communicate with internal departments regarding critical path deadlines for programming events, publications, and website
  7. Work with the Executive Director and industry consultants to develop film programs, advise on industry and talent programs, and set and manage the budgets and curricula of such programs
  8. Provide, maintain, and grow a database of contacts both domestically and internationally, cultivating long-term relationships that can provide opportunities for partnering with, consulting, speaking, attending events, guests, and juries for all programming initiatives
  9. Coordinate visits of guest artists and speakers with the Film Program Manager and Guest Manager
  10. Advise on publicity for all screenings and guest artists with the PR team
Requirements:
  1. Degree in Film Studies, Business, or Communications (or similar) is an asset
  2. Minimum 10 years of experience in the film industry (international and domestic preferred)
  3. 10 years of management and administrative experience
  4. Strong knowledge of domestic and international film distribution and marketing, film funding practices, co-productions, and international film festivals and industry markets
  5. Strong familiarity with domestic and international filmmakers, programming, and working in film festival environments
  6. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain satisfying industry and international relationships and contacts
  7. Live event and special event production experience is preferred
  8. Exceptional computer skills, with significant experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel). Experience with large databases is an asset
  9. Exemplary communication and organizational skills, with the natural ability to work efficiently on many projects with varying deadlines, manage budgets, and anticipate priorities
  10. Previous experience with production, broadcast, publicity, distribution, cultural agency, and film studies is an asset
  11. Adaptable to a flexible work schedule, including some evenings and weekends as required
  12. Considerable contacts in the Canadian and international film community
  13. Available to travel domestically and internationally to represent WFF
  14. Excellent leadership abilities, a positive attitude, and strong work ethic
How to Apply:

We invite qualified candidates to apply via our website at [insert website URL]. We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview are contacted. All applications are considered confidential.

The Whistler Film Festival Society values diversity and encourages applications from members of groups that are historically underrepresented, including women, Indigenous, Black, and people of Colour; people identifying as LGBTQ2AI+ and/or non-binary; people living with disabilities; and members of other equity-seeking groups.

The Whistler Film Festival Society is an equal opportunity employer and operates a safe and healthy work environment consistent with Provincial and Federal regulations and the WCB.

The Whistler Film Festival Society is located on the traditional unceded territories of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation and Lil̓wat7úl (Lil'wat) Nation.

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