Director of Film Forum
Confidential Via Staffing Firm
New York, NYThis is a Full Time Job
The Director of Film Forum will assume leadership of one of the most influential cultural institutions in American cinema----a role that extends far beyond traditional arts administration into the realms of cultural advocacy and community building. This position offers the rare opportunity to shape how thousands of people experience and understand film while stewarding an institution whose programming decisions reverberate throughout the global film community.
As the organizational leader and primary public representative, the Director will be responsible for preserving Film Forum's distinctive voice while positioning it for sustained relevance and growth. This role demands a leader who can seamlessly navigate between the intimate, personal relationships that define Film Forum's community and the strategic thinking required to ensure its long-term sustainability. The Director must be equally comfortable discussing the finer points of film restoration with a repertory programmer and presenting financial projections to board members, equally adept at welcoming first-time visitors and cultivating major donors.
The position offers extraordinary creative and intellectual rewards for the right leader. The Director will work alongside passionate, deeply knowledgeable film programmers and staff members who bring decades of expertise to their craft, while engaging with a board and donor community that includes some of the most sophisticated film enthusiasts in the world. Perhaps most meaningfully, this role offers the opportunity to be a cultural guardian at a critical moment in cinema history. The next Director will help determine how institutions like Film Forum evolve to meet contemporary challenges while preserving the irreplaceable experience of discovering transformative films in the company of fellow movie lovers. In an age of infinite entertainment options, they will champion the enduring power of careful curation, shared experience, and the magic that happens when extraordinary stories unfold on the big screen.
Salary/Benefits
$215,000.00
- 230,000.00
per year
The salary for this position is $215,000 - $230,000 annually. Film Forum provides comprehensive benefits, including health/dental insurance, PTO and holidays in addition to a supportive and dynamic work environment.
Film Forum is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership, parental status, military status, or any other non-merit factor.
To apply, visit the online application and submit your materials. Your cover letter should include any training or experience relevant to the job profile that you would like to highlight, why you consider yourself a good fit for this opportunity, and anything else you'd like us to know about your qualifications that may not be present in your resume.
Applications will be accepted until this role is filled. We encourage you to apply by September 2nd, 2025, for priority consideration. Interviews may begin at any time, and we encourage you to apply as early as possible for best consideration. Please note that applying before the priority deadline does not guarantee an interview, and all applicants will receive a response regarding the consideration and status of their candidacy. No phone calls, please. Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that cis men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria, while others tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you're returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar. Website: