Film Programming Director
2 months ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Film Programming to join our team at the Whistler Film Festival Society. As a key member of our programming team, you will be responsible for planning and executing all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Content Summit, as well as year-round initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:- Oversee the programming team and be responsible for all film programming
- Program up to 40 feature films and 50 short films for the Festival
- Select, review, and book all films, and manage submissions
- Write programming notes for films and industry initiatives for publications and website
- Communicate with internal departments regarding critical path deadlines for programming events, publications, and website
- Work with the Executive Director and industry consultants and managers to develop film programs, advise on industry and talent programs, and set and manage the budgets and curricula of such programs
- 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
- Coordinate visits of guest artists and speakers with the Film Program Manager and Guest Manager
- Degree in Film Studies, Business, or Communications (or similar) is an asset
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the film industry (international and domestic preferred)
- 10 years of management and administrative experience
- Strong knowledge of domestic and international film distribution and marketing, film funding practices, co-productions, and international film festivals and industry markets
- Strong familiarity with domestic and international filmmakers, programming, and working in film festival environments
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to maintain satisfying industry and international relationships and contacts
- Exceptional computer skills, with significant experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel). Experience with large databases is an asset
- Exemplary communication and organizational skills, with a natural ability to work efficiently on many projects with varying deadlines, manage budgets, and anticipate priorities
- Previous experience with production, broadcast, publicity, distribution, cultural agency, and film studies is an asset
- Adaptable to a flexible work schedule, including some evenings and weekends as required
- Considerable contacts in the Canadian and international film community
We value diversity and encourage applications from members of groups that are historically underrepresented, including women, Indigenous, Black, and people of Colour; people living with disabilities. 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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Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob Title: Director of Film ProgrammingWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Film Programming. This is a key role that will be responsible for the planning and execution of all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Content Summit.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the programming team...
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Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob Title: Director of Film ProgrammingWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Film Programming. This is a key role that will be responsible for the planning and execution of all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Content Summit.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the programming team...
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Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob Title: Director of Film ProgrammingWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Film Programming. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for the planning and execution of all film programming for the Whistler Film Festival and Content Summit.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the programming...
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Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob Title: Director of Film ProgrammingWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Film Programming to join our team at the Whistler Film Festival Society. As a key member of our programming team, you will be responsible for planning and executing all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Summit, as well as year-round...
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Film Programming Director
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Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob Opportunity: Director of Film ProgrammingWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Film Programming. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for the planning and execution of all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Summit, as well as year-round initiatives.Key...
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Film Programming Director
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Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob Title: Director of Film ProgrammingWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Film Programming. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for the planning and execution of all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Summit, as well as year-round initiatives.Key...
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Film Programming Director
2 months ago
Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob Opportunity: Director of Film ProgrammingWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Film Programming. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for the planning and execution of all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Summit, as well as year-round initiatives.Key...
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Film Programming Director
2 months ago
Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob Title: Director of Film ProgrammingWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Film Programming. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for the planning and execution of all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Summit, as well as year-round initiatives.Key...
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Film Programming Director
2 months ago
Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Film Programming. This is a unique opportunity to work with a renowned film festival and contribute to the success of our organization.About the RoleThe Director of Film Programming will be responsible for planning and executing all film...
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Film Programming Director
2 months ago
Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Film Programming. This is a unique opportunity to work with a renowned film festival and contribute to the success of our organization.About the RoleThe Director of Film Programming will be responsible for planning and executing all film...
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Film Programming Director
2 months ago
Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob DescriptionThe Whistler Film Festival Society is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Film Programming Director to join our team. As a key member of our programming team, you will be responsible for planning and executing all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Content Summit, as well as year-round initiatives.Key...
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Film Programming Director
2 months ago
Canada Whistler Film Festival Society Full timeJob DescriptionThe Whistler Film Festival Society is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Film Programming Director to join our team. As a key member of our programming team, you will be responsible for planning and executing all film programming, including the Whistler Film Festival and Content Summit, as well as year-round initiatives.Key...
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