About Us
Our Mission
SIFF is a Seattle-based 501(c)(3) arts nonprofit dedicated to the creation of vibrant experiences and spaces that champion film discovery and arts education.
At SIFF We Value… Partnership, Sustainability, Curiosity, Inclusion, Courage
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice
SIFF is committed to being an anti-racist and anti-oppression organization. We strive to provide an environment that encourages inclusive experiences for all our audiences, volunteers, artists, staff, and greater community. To create inclusivity and belonging, SIFF expects everyone participating in our events to uphold and embrace this commitment.
SIFF has a stated commitment Racial Equity and Social Justice (RESJ)
We believe that our mission-centered work to create and share space for community bears a responsibility to be fiercely inclusive of communities that have long been systematically marginalized and excluded. We are dedicated to improving racial equity within our organization and our community. Our strategic commitment means that we approach our work through an RESJ “lens,” to ensure we are centering RESJ principles through our work.
About The Position
Join our marketing and communications team for the 52nd Seattle International Film Festival. The
Festival Social Media Coordinator is responsible for capturing video and photo content at Festival events and creating engaging social content. This position focuses on building awareness of, and excitement for, the 52nd Seattle International Film Festival and fostering engagement among SIFF’s online community.
Dates of Employment: March 30–May 17, 2026
Reports to: Sr. Marketing Manager
Compensation: $22.00/hour
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
- Contribute to execution of the social media strategy, with SIFF social media channels including Instagram, Facebook, BlueSky, TikTok, Letterboxd, YouTube, Flickr
- Follow the editorial calendar to ensure content is timely, relevant, engaging, and is approved and released on time
- Assist the Sr. Marketing Manager and Festival Materials Coordinator when needed to ensure key events are covered, and receive, upload, and organize photos in Dropbox post-event
- Capture video and/or photos of Festival events—which includes interviewing subjects including filmmakers, covering key event moments, etc.— and turn them around quickly
- Contribute to writing content such as social media or blog posts
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s with major in a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Strong storytelling skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Displays in-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and how each can be deployed
- Experience capturing video content in social environments
- As one of the voices of the organization, ability to exercise good judgment and discretion at all times is required
- Experience interviewing subjects for video or print, along with strong interpersonal skills.
- Experience with video editing as well as Canva, with an understanding of basic layout and graphic design principles
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Be based in the Seattle area
Ideal Candidate Will
- Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, be detail and deadline-oriented, and take initiative
- Be able to collaborate with all areas of the organization, and to provide exceptional service both internally and externally
- Have a passion for, and knowledge of, film and cinema
Work Environment: Hybrid. This temporary position will be required to be onsite for Festival screenings and events at our venues in Seattle, and may work onsite at our Seattle office (SIFF Film Center) and/or remote, as agreed upon with the supervisor..
TO BE CONSIDERED
- Please apply to this job posting directly at siff.net.
- Attach your resume detailing all relevant professional and lived experience to the role.
- Attach a cover letter stating why you’re interested in SIFF and how your professional experience qualifies you to be successful in the role.
- Note: Our hiring teams appreciate and hold more value for self-written cover letters. AI generated cover letters are easy to spot and prevent us from getting to know the real you!
- All attachments must be in PDF format.
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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